Should I not include this in a resume?

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I have a book on cover letters and resumes. There is a section that states :

" On a personal note, I am single and currently renting my home. Therefore, relocation can be immediate."

This would be accurate for me because I'm able to move on short notice; however, about me stating that I'm "single". Would you not recommend this?

Back in nursing school I applied for a student nurse internship. During that interview, the interviewer asked me how I could commit time for the internship while being in school? I told him I have a short workweek and flexibility because I have no children or spouse. The interviewer stuck his fingers in his ears and said "I can't listen to that". (What the heck...he asked?)

Would you recommend that I change the bolded sentence above?

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No, no, no. Delete that whole thing. Not necessary... and inappropriate. If anything say that you are open to relocation.

Sorry, I sounded over the top there. But I could say that I had a hysterectomy... so, no don't worry about maternity leave! Too much information.

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I would not put marital status on a resume. "Able to relocate" should be sufficient.

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No need for you to state your marital status and if you own or rent a home. I would just write down: “I am able to relocate immediately if needed.”

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Specializes in Med/Surg/Tele.

IMHO, the only time an employer really cares about your personal life is when it starts to negatively affect your work performance.

On that note, I would definitely leave that statement out, say something short & to the point about being willing/able to relocate & focus on what you can bring to them (professionally)

good luck

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Specializes in ICU, Float RN , Quality & PI.

Take it out. I would not use that, way too much info! If your applying for a job out of your area you are obviously willing to relocate.

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Specializes in Med Surg, Hospice, Home Health.

When I go on an interview, once we are at the end of the interviewing process, I state that i am married with no small children and no grandchildren, I also state that I like to work holidays.........I understand that hiring is a big gamble for the employer, and although they are not allowed to ask these questions, I offer them and I've gotten an offer at every interview.

linda

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No need for you to state your marital status and if you own or rent a home. I would just write down: "I am able to relocate immediately if needed."

yeah, that.

My dad's resume (back in the day) used to say "Married, father of two children, health excellent."

You would not see that now, but then it was commonplace.

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Take it out. I would not use that, way too much info! If your applying for a job out of your area you are obviously willing to relocate.

Agreed. When I've applied to jobs in other areas other than the one I currently reside, it's been obvious to the prospective employers that by applying, I'm either in the process of relocating or I'm willing to do so. They've called for interviews and have asked me "When are you looking to relocate?" Simple answer: "I'm ready to relocate immediately for the right position."

I'd never put it on my resume though. Resumes should highlight what you have to offer in terms of experience and knowledge in nursing, not personal details. Short, sweet, to the point. Cover letter, yes, I feel it's alright to include a short statement about the willingness to relocate for the position.

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I agree with the above posters that you should leave it out. I never wear my wedding ring or mention my children because although employers can't not hire you because of your marital status or whether or not you have 1 or 10 children, it could still sway them one way or another. I think stating that you are able to relocate is more than sufficient :)

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