Resume help for returning to bedside care

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Hi Everyone! I've been out of direct care-type nursing for the past several years, not by choice, only because of location- living internationally. Instead, I've worked for pharm companies as a clinical research associate and also as a medical translator. However, I am finally returning to the US, and could use some help with my resume. Any criticism, pointers, observations and/or thoughts would be greatly appreciated. My goal is to land a hospital position as an RN. Formatting didn't transfer well (it was all left flush, for example), but my main concern at the moment is the content. Thanks!

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[TD]Xxxxx Xxxxxx

Address

Phone

Email

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[TD]Education

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, XX/2009

§ Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), GPA: 3.6 (Dean's List)

§ Senior Practicum: 150 hours, Intensive Care Unit, XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX: One of 6 students chosen to for a special ICU rotation at XXX.

§ Course Highlights: Pharmacology in Nursing, Nursing Health Assessment, Information and Healthcare Technologies, Theoretical Foundations in Nursing, Healthcare Delivery Models, Foundations of Research in Nursing, Child and Family Nursing, Professional Trends in Nursing, Leadership in Nursing Practice, Community Health Nursing, Pathophysiology, Psychosocial Pathology

University XXXXXXXXXXX XX/2006

· Bachelor of Arts, Russian Language[/TD]

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[TD]Work Experience

Freelance Medical Translator

09/2011--present, XXXXXXXXX

Written translations of medical and pharmaceutical texts for various clients in Xxxxx, the UK, and the US, including an XXXXXXXXXXXXX. Other clients include Xxxxxxxxx.

Clinical Research Associate

2013 -- 2015, XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX

Supervised the conduction and reporting of pharmaceutical studies, ensuring study protocol, standard operating procedures, GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and applicable regulatory requirements were followed; confirmed eligibility of study subjects, reviewed patient informed consent forms and case report forms (CRFs), reviewed Investigator Site Files, collected study documents for the trial master file, reviewed serious adverse events, maintained accountability of study drugs. Completed trials for xxxxxxxx.

Registered Nurse

(dates and name of hospital removed- location removed- total work time just under 1 year)

Employed as an RN in the Xxxx unit. Responsible for the safe and accurate care of patients undergoing xxxxx procedures in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards; verified proper orders and consent prior to procedure; assessed the patient pre-procedure, during, and post-procedure; medicated, sedated and monitored patients during procedures; assisted the physician during the procedure; cared for the patient pre, during and post-procedure; provided instruction and education to patients and families regarding diagnosis and post-procedure care; documented encounters; made patient follow-up calls.

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[TD]Student Nurse / Clinical Rotations

(All locations removed)

Worked under the supervision of an RN providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on orthopedic, medical-surgical, ICU maternal, pediatric, and skilled nursing floors. Handled medication administration, dressing changes, IVs and all other aspects of nursing care. Facilitated admissions, discharges and transfers; prepared chart notes and other documentation and participated on an interdisciplinary team.

Key Accomplishments:

§ Gained experience in procedures such as wound VAC placement, wound care and wound assessments.

§ Presented in-service training on short bowel syndrome and future complications in pediatrics.

§ Earned a reputation for excellence in service delivery and establishing rapport with clients from various ethnic backgrounds, especially during a community health rotation with xxxxxxxxx.[/TD]

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[TD]Licenses[/TD]

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[TD]· 09/2010, Registered Nurse, xxxxxxxx

· BLS xxxxxxxx[/TD]

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[TD]Affiliations

Sigma Theta Tau

Languages

· English- Native

· Xxxxxx- Fluent[/TD]

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[TD]Additional Information

Known as a patient advocate and team player. I believe in empowering patients by providing health education and delivering nursing care that enhances wellness and quality of life.[/TD]

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