Please help w/ Resume/Cover Letter review for my dream job!

[yinit9278]

Hi all,

I want to apply for my dream job as a public health nurse for a town in my area. I have been employed for several years now in different community settings and my resume/cover skills have gotten rusty. If anyone has any advice/suggestions I would really appreciate it! I am sorry if this is too long . Also my resume fits on one page but I used size 9 font , thoughts if that is taboo/ what should I remove?

Cover Letter: Dear,

I am writing in response to the Public Health Nurse position for the town of X. I am a bilingual (Russian speaking) BSN educated RN, with four years work experience in various community settings. I am very passionate about health promotion and have extensive experience in primary and secondary disease prevention.

Currently I am a Nurse Supervisor and Policy & Procedure Compliance RN at an Adult Day Program in X town. In my roles I have successfully prepared the program for Initial DPH Licensure by ensuring compliance and implementation of all relevant policies and procedures. I created and currently maintain the QAPI program and its committees at the facility. I also developed, coordinate and participate in a multifaceted educational and training program for all new employees at our program.

I am highly organized with well regarded administrative and supervisor strengths. Proven leadership and training abilities. I am a reliable and ethical healthcare provider with an ability to facilitate groups and educational seminars, and to collaborate on multidisciplinary teams. I believe that I would be I would welcome the opportunity to interview for this position and discuss how I can fulfill your nursing needs. My resume is attached to this email. Please contact me via phone at [COLOR=#1155cc]XXX-XXX-XXXX [/COLOR]or email to arrange a mutually convenient time and date for us to meet.

Warm Regards,

yinit9278 BSN, RN

Professional Experience

Policy Compliance RN & Supervising RN (2/2015-Present)

· Supervise a nursing staff of four RN's, three LPN's, one medical assistant and 6 program aide's.

· Successfully prepared X ADHC for Initial DPH Licensure by ensuring compliance and implementation of all relevant policies and procedures.

· Created and currently maintain the QAPI program and its committees at the facility.

· Developed, coordinated and participate in a multifaceted educational and training program for all new employees.

· Coordination of internal compliance review and monitoring activities, including periodic reviews of all program departments.

· Provide screening for patients upon admission to the program, during monthly assessments and on a prn basis, including developing plan of care and comprehensive assessments upon admission.

· Developed and implemented care plans specifically designed to meet the unique needs of each individual client.

· Facilitated integration of clients in achieving optimum wellness with the goal of independence in the home as long as safely possible.

· Recognizing and reporting on early s/sx's of adverse changes in the patient's conditions, and providing proper treatments/interventions per MD order.

· Working together with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals and community support services assessed and provided for physical and psychosocial needs of adult clients with acute disease processes.

· Promote positive long term health outcomes through patient education tailored for their specific needs and disease process.

BSN RN; X program for girls w/ psychiatric and behavioral difficulties (9/2013- 9/2014)

· Developed and implemented care plans specifically designed to meet the unique needs of each client in my caseload.

· Keep all caseload medical records up to date, scheduling any necessary appointments and or follow up for each student.

· Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating individual patient care based on bio-psychosocial needs.

· Planning and teaching Sexual Education, Medication Education, Health Education and relapse prevention.

· Administering medications, assessing for side effects and EPS. Assessing need for PRN medications.

· Providing a safe and therapeutic milieu, including identification and intervention to early cues of agitation.

BSN RN; VNA Company (7/2013- 11/2013)

· Effectively determined risk for re-hospitalization, falls, pressure ulcers and home safety risks as part of the initial assessment and implemented appropriate interventions.

· Referred clients to the appropriate discipline for ADL/IADL assistance as needed for personal care.

· Compiled and completed documentation/ EMR to Medicare standards, organizational policies/procedures, and government regulations.

· Supervised and supported HHA, LPNs in the field.

· Served as a patient advocate and recognized for patient satisfaction.

· Successfully utilized multi-tasking skills in a fast paced and challenging environment.

Graduated: May 2013

X College Boston, Massachusetts

CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

RN Licensure, Active expires July, 2018

American Heart Association, BLS for Healthcare Providers (February 2017-February 2019)

Fluent in Russian, Native Speaker

Demonstrated Skills

· Caring Nurse confident in patient care and needs assessment

· Exceptional clinical skills including comprehensive assessments, treatment of infections and wound care.

· Quick study with an ability to easily grasp and implement new ideas, concepts, and methodologies

· Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, administration, organizational, and problem solving skills

· Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments

· Proficient in a variety of computer programs, including SNAP, PeopleSoft, and Microsoft Office Suite