SAMPLE RESUME 17 whitethorn Ave NorthHamilton, ON L8S 4T2Phone_(905)^ 555-5555white(aemail.com

Highlights of Qualifications

* Successfully completed clinical placements in acute care settings at hospitals in the Hamiltonarea, with a focus on surgical nursing units

* Demonstrated excellent patient care and communication skills that have been recognized byother health care professionals and professors

* Dedicated and motivated learner with excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills• Exceptional skills in time management, organization, and resource management• Worked effectively in an interdisciplinary team to provide complete patient care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N.) April 2008McMaster-Mohawk Collaborative Nursing Program

• Graduating with an expected 4.0 GPA

Clinical Experience

Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Hamilton General Hospital, HamiltonJanuary 2008 - Present

• Refine critical thinking, problem solving, organization and acute care skills to workeffectively with critically ill patients

• Further enhance communication and therapeutic relationships with family members• Read and interpret cardiac monitor and lab results

Thoracic, Head & Neck Surgical Unit St. Joseph's Healthcare, HamiltonSeptember 2007 - December 2007

• Developed an excellent understanding of thoracic, head and neck oncology with variouscomplications that arise during therapy

• Provided outstanding patient care while upholding family centred care principles• Completed observational shifts in the OR and observed a Radical Neck Dissection• Provided complete nursing care for up to 4 patients; while further assisting with other

patients and nurses as needed

Maternal Child Unit St. Joseph's Healthcare, HamiltonJanuary 2007 - April 2007

• Effectively provided complete care for postpartum mothers and newborn infants;managed up to 3 mothers and 3 newborns

• Completed observational shifts in the Neonatal ICU, Labour & Delivery, andBreastfeeding Clinic

• Successfully acted as a Team Leader for 9 students on two occasions, while upholdingopen communication with the nursing staff and charge nurse

G.I. & General Surgery Unit McMaster University Medical Centre, HamiltonSeptember 2006 - December 2006

• Further developed effective medical and surgical interventions and treatments• Developed excellent therapeutic communication with patients and family members• Collaborated with various health care professionals to provide excellent patient care

SAMPLE RESUME 17 whitethorn Ave NorthHamilton, ON L8S 4T2

Jennifer White SSi5^5555white(a)email .corn

Medical & Geriatric Assessment Units St. Joseph's Healthcare, HamiltonJanuary 2006 - April 2006

• Exposed to various interlinked health disorders and physical complications• Involved in interdisciplinary care of patients

G.I. Surgical Unit St. Joseph's Healthcare, HamiltonSeptember 2005 - December 2005

• Exposed and practiced medical and surgical treatments and interventions• Further developed organizational and time management skills

Accreditations and licenses

• CPR Certification - Health Care Provider• Mask Fit Test Certification• Member of the RNAO

Additional Experience

American Sign Language Level 1 Certified Mohawk College, Hamilton

Peer Tutor at Learning Resource Center Mohawk College, HamiltonSeptember 2006 - May 2007

• Provided peer support to fellow nursing students by assisting in their learning• In charge of Learning Resource Center during school after hours (4pm - 8pm)

Empowerment & Grief Workshop McMaster University, HamiltonJanuary 2007

• Two 4-hour workshops with experiential situations

Volunteer Experience

• Participant in a research study; entitled 'Affective Decision Making in Women'(November 2007)

• D.R.E.A.M.S. @ Mac, Dominican Republic; assisted to build three homes for needy families(February 2007)

• Participant in Level II Student Orientation (September 2006)• McMaster Welcome Week Leader and Student Mentor for first year students

(September 2004 - September 2005)• Atrium Villa, Hamilton, Ontario, activity coordinator at an old age home

(January 2004 - April 2004)

References Available Upon Request

SAMPLE RESUME

10 Browns Rd. Mississauga, ON. L6A 2R8 • (416) 555-7777 • a2dunn(%n'erson.ca

Anna DunnObjective

To establish my nursing career and further develop clinical expertise in a neonatal intensive care unit.

Highlights of Qualifications

• Over 5 years customer service experience

• Highly motivated and goal orientated

• Strong team player

• Solid organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Resourceful and detail-oriented

• Skilled problem-solver and multi-tasker; able to follow through to achieve goals

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, and Power Point

• Eager to acquire new knowledge and develop specialized skills

Education

Ryerson University, School of Nursing Toronto, ON (2004-2008)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree

Clinical Experience

The Hospital for Sick Children Toronto ON (Sept-Dec 2007)Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

• Responsible for full patient care with preceptor supervision

• Developed client care plan in cooperation with nursing manager

• Integrated family-centred care by involving parents in the care of the neonate

• Provided family support and was fully involved in parent teaching

The Hospital for Sick Children Toronto, ON (Jan-Apr 2007)'AboutKidsHealth' Family Resource Centre

• Focused on community health nursing; collaborated with team and developed health promotionalcampaigns targeted to children and families

• Further developed research skills by providing resources to visitors of the centre

Toronto Rehabilitation Institute Toronto, ON (Sept-Dec 2006)

Occupational Health

• Focused on community health nursing; collaborated with OHSS and Infection Control, involved in

health promotion projects, i.e. Influenza campaign, Health & Safety Fair, TB skin testing, employeeimmunization surveillance, and Health Awareness Walking Activity

Scarborough Grace Hospital Scarborough, ON (Jan-Apr 2006)Complex Care Unit/Cardiac

• Responsible for full patient care, advanced in clinical skills & practiced self reflection

• Developed client care plans, involved in client teaching, & health promotion

• Certified in dysrhythmia interpretations (basic)

Anna Dunn Page210 Browns Rd. Mississauga, ON. L6A 2R8 • (416) 555-7777 • a2dunn(a),rverson.ca

West Park Healthcare Centre Toronto, ON (Sept.-Dec 2005)Critical Care Rehabilitation Unit• Responsible for full patient care, developed clinical skills, advanced in physical assessments & nursing

documentation, and formed effective interventions for selected diagnoses.

Belmont House Toronto, ON (March, 2005)Long-term Care and Retirement Home

• Assisted the RN in client's morning care; established effective therapeutic relationships, practiced

Documentation

• Applied the Roy Assessment Model in developing a care plan and formed effective nursinginterventions for selected diagnoses

Employment History

Project SupportUniversity Health Network Toronto, ON (Summer 2007)

Systems Information Management Services (SIMS)

• Provided project support by working directly with hospital staff and project team in the implementation

of a computer software program (SIMS) to enhance health information management and its applicationto patient centred care

Day care AssistantTante's Childcare Toronto, ON (Summer 2005)

• Set up daily activities: educational & play-time

• Enforce safety and assisted with lunch and hygiene

Volunteer Experience

Mt. Sinai Hospital Toronto, ON (Summer 2004)Nursing Station I

• Met the basic needs of the clients by providing emotional and physical support

Toronto General & Toronto Western Hospital Toronto, ON (Summer 2004)Foundation, Rick Hanson Wheels in Motion Community Event

• Collaborated effectively with team to organize fundraising events

Additional Information

• Membership of RNAO (student) Toronto Chapter

• Standard CPR & First Aid Certificate Recertified: June 2007• Arrhythmia Interpretation (Basic) certificate Issued: January 20, 2006

• Mask Fit Test, N95 respirator (3M 8210) Tested: January 2007• CNO CRNE exam June 4,2008