Resume and Cover Letter

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Overview

Cover letter
1. Purpose
2. Format
3. Components
4. Tips
Resume
1. Purpose
2. Format
3. Components

Nursing Points

General

Cover letter
1. Purpose
2. Format
  1. One page, single spacing
  2. Business letter format
3. Components
  1. Heading
    1. Date
    2. Your address
    3. Phone number
    4. Email address
    5. Employer address
  2. Introduce self
  3. State job desired
  4. Background and skills
    1. How they make you a great candidate
  5. Closing
    1. Show excitement and desire for interview
    2. Sign name
4. Tips
  1. Research the position and organization
  2. Use names if possible
  3. Be interesting and clear
  4. Proofread
Resume
1. Purpose
  1. Summarize your background
  2. Emphasize skills
2. Format
  1. Short, specific, to the point
  2. Bullet points
  3. Organized
3. Components
  1. Heading
  2. Education
    1. School
    2. Date graduated
    3. Degree earned
  3. Experience
    1. Company
    2. Job title
    3. Date of employment
    4. Job description/duties
  4. Skills
    1. Gained through experience
    2. May provide detail for each
  5. Awards/Special organizations

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Nursing Concepts

Communication
1. Resumes help to communicate your experience and abilities to your prospective employer

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Hey guys! In this lesson we will explore what to include in your resume and cover letter. Let’s begin by talking about the cover letter.

The purpose of a cover letter is to provide a short summary about who you are, what you’ve accomplished, and why you are a good candidate for the job that you’re applying for. It should be no longer than a page, and use single spacing.

Let’s explore the different components of the cover letter. On the top left, you will create your heading. The heading will include the date, your address, phone number, email address, and the employers address. The first paragraph will be an introduction about you. In that introduction, include the job that you want. The next paragraph should include your background and skills, including how they make you a great candidate for the position. The last paragraph is your closing. Wrap it up showing excitement and desire for an interview. Sign your name at the end.

Here are some tips to consider while writing your cover letter. Make sure you research the job position that you’re applying for, along with the organization that it is in. Use this information and include it in your cover letter. For example, you can include the mission and goals in your cover letter. Use the name of the hiring manager if you’re able to find it. Be clear and interesting. Lastly, make sure you proofread! Okay, now let’s move on the resume.

Your resume is important to summarize your background and emphasize your skills that make you a good candidate for the job. Your resume should be short, specific, and to the point. Use bullet points to keep it organized. Let’s talk about the components.

The first component of your resume is the heading. The heading should include your name, address, phone number, and email. The first bullet should say education. State your school, the date you graduated, and the degree you earned. The next main bullet is your job experience. List the company name, job title, date of employment, and then provide a short job description. The next main point is skills. List your best skills that you’ve gained through experience and schooling. You may even provide a short detail for each one. The last main point is awards and special organizations that you may be a part of.

Alright, let’s review the key points about resumes and cover letters. Your cover letter should be specific to the job and showcase yourself. It should include a heading, introduction, background and skills, and a closing. Your resume is an organized summary of your accomplishments. It includes the heading, education, experience, skills, and awards or organizations you are a part of.

Okay guys, now start getting those resumes and cover letters ready for your job applications! Now go out and be your best self today, and as always, happy nursing!