Nursing Resume Templates

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Entry-Level Registered Nurse

Perfect for new RN graduates or nurses transitioning from LPN/LVN with clinical rotation experience and foundational skills.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Houston, TX
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Patient Assessment
Medication Administration
IV Insertion & Management
Wound Care
Vital Signs Monitoring
Epic EMR
ACLS Certified
BLS Certified
Patient Education
Team Collaboration

About Me

Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with clinical rotation experience across med-surg, ICU, and emergency departments. Strong foundation in patient assessment, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to delivering evidence-based care and patient education.

Experience

RN Clinical Rotation - Medical-Surgical Unit
Memorial Regional Hospital
Houston, TX
Jan 2024 - May 2024
  • Provided direct patient care for 5-6 patients per shift on busy med-surg floor under RN supervision
  • Administered medications, performed wound care, and monitored vital signs for post-operative patients
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team including physicians, physical therapists, and case managers
  • Documented patient assessments and care plans in Epic EMR system with 100% accuracy
RN Clinical Rotation - Emergency Department
St. Mary's Medical Center
Houston, TX
Sept 2023 - Dec 2023
  • Assisted in triage, patient assessment, and emergency interventions in high-volume Level II trauma center
  • Performed IV insertions, EKG monitoring, and patient stabilization under emergency protocols
  • Educated patients and families on discharge instructions and medication management
  • Maintained composure during high-stress situations while prioritizing critical patients

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing
University of Texas Health Science Center
2020 - 2024
GPA: 3.6/4.0
Clinical Rotations: Med-Surg, ICU, Emergency, Pediatrics, OB-GYN, Mental Health

Critical Care/ICU Nurse

For experienced ICU nurses specializing in critical care, ventilator management, and complex patient monitoring.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Boston, MA
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Critical Care
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Ventilator Management
CRRT/Dialysis
Vasoactive Medications
ECMO Support
CCRN Certified
ACLS/BLS/PALS
Epic EMR
Code Response

About Me

Critical Care RN with 5 years managing complex, critically ill patients in intensive care settings. Expert in hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and rapid response protocols. CCRN certified with proven ability to remain calm under pressure and deliver life-saving interventions.

Experience

ICU Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
March 2021 - Present
  • Manage care for 2-3 critically ill patients in 24-bed Medical ICU with 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio
  • Monitor hemodynamics using arterial lines, central venous catheters, and pulmonary artery catheters
  • Operate and troubleshoot ventilators for mechanically ventilated patients, titrating settings based on ABG results
  • Administer vasoactive medications (levophed, vasopressin, dobutamine) via continuous infusion with precise titration
  • Participate in rapid response team, responding to 15+ code situations monthly with 85% successful resuscitation rate
  • Precept new ICU nurses, training 8 new hires on critical care protocols and advanced monitoring
ICU Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, MA
June 2019 - Feb 2021
  • Provided critical care for cardiac, trauma, and septic patients in 16-bed Surgical ICU
  • Managed post-operative cardiac surgery patients including CABG, valve replacements, and heart transplants
  • Monitored chest tubes, mediastinal drains, and temporary pacemakers in cardiothoracic patients
  • Collaborated with intensivists on daily rounds, implementing evidence-based care bundles reducing VAP by 30%

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing
Boston College
2015 - 2019

Emergency Room Nurse

For ER nurses skilled in triage, trauma care, and fast-paced emergency medicine environments.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Phoenix, AZ
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Emergency Triage (ESI)
Trauma Resuscitation
ACLS/BLS/PALS/TNCC
CEN Certified
STEMI/Stroke Protocols
Conscious Sedation
Central Line Placement
Rapid Sequence Intubation Assist
Epic EMR
Disaster Response

About Me

Emergency Department RN with 6 years providing rapid assessment and intervention in Level I trauma center. Expert in triage, trauma resuscitation, and emergency protocols. CEN certified with strong clinical judgment and ability to multitask in high-stress, fast-paced environment.

Experience

Emergency Department RN
Banner University Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
Jan 2020 - Present
  • Provide emergency care in 50-bed Level I trauma center seeing 85,000+ patients annually
  • Perform rapid triage using ESI system, accurately prioritizing 20-30 patients per shift
  • Lead trauma resuscitations as primary RN for motor vehicle accidents, gunshot wounds, and multi-trauma patients
  • Initiate stroke and STEMI protocols, coordinating with cath lab and neurology achieving door-to-balloon time <60 minutes
  • Manage conscious sedation for orthopedic reductions, cardioversions, and procedural interventions
  • Mentor new ED nurses and nursing students, precepting 12+ nurses through emergency orientation program
Emergency Department RN
Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center
Scottsdale, AZ
May 2018 - Dec 2019
  • Delivered emergency care in busy community ED with 45,000 annual patient volume
  • Performed rapid assessments and interventions for cardiac, respiratory, and neurological emergencies
  • Administered thrombolytics for stroke patients meeting inclusion criteria within treatment window
  • Collaborated with paramedics during patient handoff, receiving EMS reports and maintaining continuity of care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing
Arizona State University
2014 - 2018

Pediatric Nurse

For nurses specializing in pediatric care, child development, and family-centered nursing practice.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Seattle, WA
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Pediatric Assessment
Family-Centered Care
Weight-Based Dosing
Developmental Monitoring
IV Insertion (Pediatric)
CPN Certified
PALS/BLS
Play Therapy
Patient/Family Education
Epic EMR

About Me

Pediatric RN with 4 years providing compassionate, family-centered care to children from newborns to adolescents. Skilled in pediatric assessment, developmental monitoring, and family education. CPN certified with expertise in calming anxious children and building rapport with families.

Experience

Pediatric Registered Nurse
Seattle Children's Hospital
Seattle, WA
July 2021 - Present
  • Provide direct nursing care for 4-5 pediatric patients (ages newborn to 18) on general pediatrics unit
  • Perform age-appropriate assessments using pediatric vital signs, growth charts, and developmental milestones
  • Administer medications using weight-based dosing calculations ensuring patient safety and accuracy
  • Implement family-centered care model, educating parents on disease management and home care instructions
  • Utilize child life specialists and play therapy to reduce anxiety during procedures and hospital stays
  • Identify early signs of deterioration using PEWS (Pediatric Early Warning System), escalating concerns to physicians
Pediatric Medical-Surgical RN
Overlake Medical Center
Bellevue, WA
Aug 2020 - June 2021
  • Cared for pediatric surgical patients including appendectomies, tonsillectomies, and orthopedic repairs
  • Managed post-operative pain using multimodal analgesia and non-pharmacological comfort measures
  • Educated families on wound care, medication administration, and follow-up care at discharge
  • Collaborated with pediatricians, surgeons, and social workers to coordinate comprehensive care plans

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing
University of Washington
2016 - 2020
Pediatric Nursing Focus

Oncology Nurse

For nurses specializing in cancer care, chemotherapy administration, and symptom management.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 New York, NY
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Chemotherapy Administration
Oncology Nursing (OCN)
Central Line Management
Symptom Management
Pain Management
Palliative Care
Patient Education
End-of-Life Care
BLS/ACLS
Epic EMR

About Me

Oncology RN with 5 years providing holistic care to cancer patients across treatment continuum. Expert in chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and end-of-life care. OCN certified with deep knowledge of oncology protocols and compassionate approach to patient and family support.

Experience

Oncology Registered Nurse
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
Feb 2020 - Present
  • Manage care for 5-6 oncology patients on medical oncology unit treating solid tumors and hematologic malignancies
  • Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy following ONS safety guidelines and double-check procedures
  • Monitor for treatment side effects including neutropenia, nausea, neuropathy, and infusion reactions
  • Manage central venous access devices (PICC, ports, Hickman) including dressing changes and blood draws
  • Provide emotional support and patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and survivorship care
  • Coordinate with oncologists, palliative care, social work, and nutrition for comprehensive multidisciplinary care
Hematology-Oncology RN
NYU Langone Health
New York, NY
June 2019 - Jan 2020
  • Cared for newly diagnosed cancer patients and those undergoing active treatment on hem-onc unit
  • Administered blood transfusions and monitored for transfusion reactions in anemic and thrombocytopenic patients
  • Assessed and managed cancer-related symptoms including pain, fatigue, anorexia using evidence-based interventions
  • Educated patients on chemotherapy side effects and self-care strategies to manage symptoms at home

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing
Columbia University
2015 - 2019

Nurse Practitioner

For advanced practice nurses providing primary and specialty care with prescriptive authority.

Your Name

Contact

📧 your.email@example.com
📱 (555) 123-4567
📍 Denver, CO
🔗 LinkedIn

Skills

Primary Care
Diagnostic Assessment
Chronic Disease Management
Prescriptive Authority
Minor Procedures
Patient Education
FNP-C Certified
BLS/ACLS
Epic EMR
Evidence-Based Practice

About Me

Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 7 years providing comprehensive primary care across lifespan. Expert in diagnostic assessment, chronic disease management, and preventive care. Strong focus on patient education, evidence-based practice, and collaborative care coordination.

Experience

Family Nurse Practitioner
Denver Health Primary Care
Denver, CO
Jan 2021 - Present
  • Provide comprehensive primary care to 18-20 patients daily across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations
  • Diagnose and manage acute illnesses (URI, UTI, bronchitis) and chronic conditions (diabetes, hypertension, COPD)
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests including labs, imaging, EKG, and pulmonary function tests
  • Prescribe medications following evidence-based guidelines and monitor for drug interactions and adverse effects
  • Perform procedures including laceration repair, I&D, joint injections, IUD insertions, and skin biopsies
  • Achieve 95% patient satisfaction scores and maintain panel of 1,200 primary care patients
Family Nurse Practitioner
UCHealth Family Medicine
Aurora, CO
Aug 2018 - Dec 2020
  • Delivered primary care in outpatient family medicine clinic seeing 15-18 patients per day
  • Managed diabetic patients achieving average HbA1c reduction from 8.5% to 7.2% through medication management and lifestyle coaching
  • Conducted annual wellness visits, health maintenance exams, and preventive screenings
  • Collaborated with specialists for referrals and coordinated care for complex patients with multiple comorbidities

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Colorado
2016 - 2018
FNP-C Board Certified
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing
University of Denver
2012 - 2016

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