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Thanks both of you, this is all very helpful. I actually stumbled on the JHU site a few minutes ago and really like the resume guide. Joanna - for skills, like for example in my current paediatric home care job, I deal mostly with congenital disorders, and the majority of what I do is feeding tubes, tracheostomies, and assessments. Would you recommend that I get that specific? Bolbol - for the education section, I do not have a degree in Science, but I did do a year of general science courses. It's not exactly nursing but I have found that it had been a topic of conversation at interviews and served both as a foundation and major factor in my decision to pursue nursing. Thanks again :) Sam

Thank you for your feedback! How would you suggest I order the resume? Currently it is like this, should I keep it? Highlights of Qualifications (if I have more room, can I elaborate on this section? My school encouraged us to use this section extensively to draw attention to our skills) Work Experience Clinical Experience Education Additional Qualifications Volunteer Also, if I remove the "clinical skills" section, how detailed should each of my job descriptions be? I've been told before that it isn't necessary to do much here because like you said, most employers know the general tasks of a PSW/PCA and RPN position. Thanks again.

Hi everyone, I graduated my nursing program (RPN/LPN) in June 2012, spent part of the summer volunteering (nursing in Tanzania), started a BScN program in September, landed my first job in October (Paediatric Home Care), and am now faced with the crappy reality of not enough hours to pay my bills. In addition to this, I'm really craving more of a challenge, and hope to get into a hospital in a more acute and diverse setting. My main issues is that my resume is just TOO LONG. I do not have enough nursing experience to omit my non-nursing experience, but with both nursing and non-nursing, I just have way too much going on in there... Ya know? So, I will attach my resume as is (too long and such) and hopefully can get some advice about: 1. prioritizing the content 2. reducing the content 3. how to state my "objective" - this one always gets me! *I'm not sure how to attach a document so I will copy/paste my resume in this post... Can someone tell me how to attach and I will gladly do so! Until then, please note that the formatting on my real resume is much different. Thanks a million Sam Objective To obtain a position as a Registered Practical Nurse where my clinical and interpersonal skills and abilities will enable me to provide exceptional care for patients and families Highlights of Qualifications - Accountable to self and others with a regard for professionalism, respect, and courtesy - Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem solving skills - Exceptional communication skills with a passion for teaching and educating - Able to function independently and in collaboration with other members of the health care team Clinical Skills - Complete patient assessments - Reading, understanding, and clarifying physician's orders - Documenting to the CNO standards using both paper and computerized charting - Medication administration including intravenous and subcutaneous infusions - Initiating and monitoring blood product transfusions - Simple and complex wound care and management of decubitus ulcers - Oxygen therapy, suctioning, and tracheostomy care - Nasogastric tube management including insertion, feedings, and suctioning - Feedings and medication administration through g-tubes and j-tubes - Insertion and care of lymphedema drains - Colostomy care - Male and female catheterization as well as care of nephrostomies and ileal conduits Work experience Partners in Community Nursing Durham Region, ON Oct 2012 - Present Registered Practical Nurse, Paediatric Program - Providing care for paediatric clients within the home setting - Supporting clients and families through difficult transitions - Administering medications and treatments in accordance with physicians orders - Documenting in accordance with CNO standards - Attending educational in-services ParaMed Home Health Care Durham Region, ON Jun 2011 - Oct 2012 Personal Support Worker - Providing personal care for adult and older adult clients in the community setting - Advocating for clients and promoting independence through education and support - Practicing within the scope of a PSW and receiving delegated tasks from RN/RPNs - Supporting clients and families through difficult transitions Private Clients Whitby, ON Jan - Jun 2011 Personal Support Worker - Providing home management and assistance hygiene, grooming and meals - Performing intermittent female catheterization - Administering medication Alliance Youth Services Inc. Toronto, ON Sep 2008 - Nov 2010 Youth Support Worker - Supporting multiple clients with various physical and psychiatric illnesses - Performing crisis management using de-escalation techniques - Providing guidance and support to promote independence in younger adults - Administering medication (routine and PRN) - Providing home management and assistance with daily living BayShore Home Health Halifax, NS Sep 2009 - May 2010 Patient Attendant - Supervised clients in a hospital setting, with a focus on adults on psychiatric units - Provided assistance with feeding and grooming Clinical Experience Good Neighbours Club Toronto, ON Winter 2013 Student Nurse, Community Clinic Markham Stouffville Hospital Markham, ON Fall 2012 Student Nurse, Surgery, Acute Medicine Pasua Hospital and Massai Village Clinic Moshi, Tanzania Summer 2012 Nurse, Family Medicine Southlake Regional Health Centre Newmarket, ON Winter 2012 Student Practical Nurse, Cancer & Palliative Care, Medicine Rouge Valley Health System - Centenary Site Scarborough, ON Fall 2011 Student Practical Nurse, Acute Medicine Toronto Grace Hospital Toronto, ON Winter 2011 Student Practical Nurse, Complex Continuing Care Education Ryerson University Toronto, ON Post-Diploma BScN Enrolled for Sep 2013 Centennial College Scarborough, ON RPN Bridging to University Nursing Sep 2012 - Apr 2013 Practical Nursing Diploma Sep 2010 - Apr 2012 Dalhousie University Halifax, NS Science Sep 2009 - Apr 2010 All Saints Catholic Secondary School Whitby, ON Ontario Secondary School Diploma Sep 2004 - Jan 2009 French Immersion Sep 1999 - Jun 2006 Additional Qualifications Canadian Red Cross CPR/AED Level HCP and Standard First Aid Sep 2012 Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour Jun 2010 Centennial College Mock Disaster Participant (3x) 2011 - 2012 Volunteer Experience: GlobalMedic 2012 - Present Durham Special Olympics 2009 - 2010 Women's Multicultural Resource Centre 2005 - 2006 Durham Rape Crisis Centre 2004 - 2006