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Looking for your nurse dream job? Your resume will be your ticket in!

New Thing Nurse

The ticket to any new position is that resume, and I know everyone loves pulling their resume out to update it. My name is Sarah, and I own New Thing Nurse , an academic and professional services company for the nursing community, and I have seen a lot of ugly nursing resumes. The New Thing Nurse Resume Top 5 Pro-Tips 1.

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5 Steps to a Stronger Nursing Resume

Minority Nurse

When you’re in the market for a nursing job, a resume is a very important part of your job search toolkit. If you’d like to buff up your resume , here are five steps to make you a stronger contender in a competitive nursing job market. Many job-seekers do themselves a disservice by keeping their resume to one page.

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Nurse Resume Myths

New Thing Nurse

There is a lot of confusion surrounding nurse resumes. Here are a few nurse resume myths that just aren’t true! Myth : I have to list every job that I ever had on my nurse resume. Truth: Nurse resumes are FOCUSED documents that ideally only list the last 5-10 (usually just 5) years of NURSE experience. IT IS COMPLICATED.

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A Salute to Nurse Resumes for Veterans

New Thing Nurse

A Salute to Nurse Resumes for Veterans By: Sarah K. Military veterans, individuals who complete military service at home, deployed, abroad, in peacetime or in combat, have unique experiences and skill sets that should be highlighted on a nurse resume. Organizations love hiring veterans, period! About the Authors: Sarah K.

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What is ATS and what does that mean for my nurse resume?

New Thing Nurse

CNL Resumes have CHANGED over the years. Today’s resume has to work to work for humans AND computers. saywhat The reason why your resume has to work for computers is Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software: What is ATS? Your resume today has to be a SMART document with formatting to be compatible with the ATS.

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How to Transition from Bedside Nursing to Leadership Roles

Diversity Nursing

Pursue Further Education Many leadership roles require advanced education. These experiences will not only enhance your resume but also build your confidence in leading others. Showcase Your Potential When applying for leadership roles, tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight: Leadership experiences and achievements.

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Resume FAQs for Nursing Students and New Nurses

Nurse.com

Whether you’re a nursing student or recently graduated, it’s always a good time to build or update your resume. The required elements on a nursing resume frequently change, so for nursing students and new nurses, knowing the most important components and executing them well can help them land their first or next nursing role.

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