Resume Writing

I spent most of the early morning yesterday rewriting my resume.  Luckily, my latest edition was fairly up to date but after doing a bit of online research, it was apparent that I had to change my strategy.  I am no longer applying to RN positions, but to NP postings- it's a totally different story.   

The other issue that I found tricky is how to really sell myself even though I have absolutely no experience as a nurse practitioner.  Oh, and not to mention that I haven't even completed the Acute Care NP program- that happens in August of this year!

One thing that I learned, thanks to NP Career Coach is that including my clinical rotations and a few specifics about each rotation is important, including the total hours at each site.  This information gives my future employer an idea of my interests and capabilities.  So far, I've almost completed two very different ICU rotations.  My next clinical rotation will be at a much smaller hospital working with a NP who sees patients both in the inpatient and outpatient settings.

Also, making and keeping connections, like in most fields is important and I am finding that to be very true in health care.  My former preceptor was the NP director at her hospital and the clinical faculty at my current clinical site is also the NP director at this hospital- jackpot.  So far, I think that both of these connections will pay off immensely.

The director of the NP program I attend sends our class daily emails about current job postings, some are local but most of them are outside my area.  She sent a job posting on Friday that sounds like a great fit so I wanted to send in my resume as soon as possible.  I have a feeling that the job market is fairly competitive but I am hoping that the connections I've made will help.