RESUMES AND CVS etc

Objective section of a resume should answer:

Objective section of a resume should answer: -What kind of job do I want? Or, what is the job for -which I am applying? -What kind of job am I qualified for? -What kinds of skills and qualifications do I possess? -Objectives should be brief and concise and should enhance the overall resume

the goal of the objective section of resume

Objectives should be brief and concise and should enhance the overall resume

what are some things not to include in a resume or CV? (curriculum vitae)

Preferences for work schedules, days off, or overtime Comments on fringe benefits (company car) Height, weight, hair or eye color Any disabilities Comments on personal life (ex: family) Irrelevant information that distracts the employer Remember that your resume or CV is your first impression

what is the goal and purpose of a resume

Purpose is to highlight work experience & education to qualify you for certain job Goal: Get the prospective employer to call you for an interview

what is the overall purpose of a professional portfolio?

Purpose is to show employer your professional growth and abilities through your accomplishments Goal: Get prospective employer to call you for an interview

what is a professional portfolio ?

A professional portfolio is a collection of your educational and scholarly accomplishments that highlight your skills and abilities. Allows you to keep track of your accomplishments Reflect to see how far you have progressed Set goals to improve and expand your scholarly activity Shows prospective employers your academic and professional growth

TIPS ON FONT

Name and information should be large and easy to read "Indentation", " Bold", "Capitalization", "Underline" and/or use "Italics" for headings, subheadings and information you want the eye to be drawn to or to separate sections Change the font in a specific pattern to create breaks in the sections and create a hierarchy of related information that makes the text easier to read In each section, list the most recent information first

gapping is what? parallelism is what?

"gapping"- incomplete sentences "parallelism"- structure and tense of phrases/sentences are consistent

What is included in a cover letter

-Business letter format -if you know the name of the prospective employer, address letter to him/her -Your first sentence get directly to the point of your letter. -Include the position you are seeking -If you were referred by someone, identify that person in the first paragraph -Convey a positive and respectful tone throughout the letter Be persuasive -Why do you want this job or what about this job interests you How are you well-suited for this job What about your personality, abilities and experience makes you a cut above other qualified candidates -Your final paragraph should tell how you plan to follow up "I anticipate your call to arrange an interview" Your closing should include your full title/licensures with your name

what should the CV include? -the order you list your abilities and skills should be changed based on ___________________________.

CV should include: Name Contact information (including email address) Overview of your education (most recent listed first) Academic & related employment (teaching, editorial, or administrative experience) Research projects (including conference papers and publications) Departmental and community service. Reference list optional- Can have recommendation letters on hand to submit The order you list your abilities and skills should be changed based on the ________job you apply for____.

what types of things does your professional portfolio inlude?

Include: Your personal nursing philosophy Professional goals Short-term (next 1 to 5 years) and long-term (next 10 years) Resume or CV Scholarly activities and research Continuing Education and Professional Associations Examples of your published works Special projects Accolades Honors and Awards Thank you letters from patients and colleagues Evaluations

PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO how should the physical portfolio look and be organized

Make your portfolio unique and memorable Place your portfolio is a binder that is sturdy and professional Choose content that shows you to be self-motivated, competent and a leader Overall appearance should be clean, neat and organized

RESUME should be how long? what is listed first, then the work history

Resumes should be one page in length (two if absolutely relevant, but discouraged) Education is listed first, then followed by work history section Few seconds to capture the attention of the employer reviewing your resume Your education can be seen by placing your titles and/or licensures with your name Purpose is to highlight work experience & education to qualify you for certain job Goal: Get the prospective employer to call you for an interview

RESUMES SHOULD INCLUDE

Resumes should include: -Name -Information (including email address) -Objective (summary) of your abilities that make you -well-suited for this job (only if space) Don't use this section as cover letter. Cover letters should be placed on separate sheet of paper If space is limited, omit this section completely -An alternative to objective (summary), use three descriptive words to describe best attributes -Education (most recent listed first) If educational background is lengthy, use most recent education then older education if relevant -Work history (most recent listed first) If job history is lengthy, use the most recent jobs then older jobs if relevant -Certifications (if relevant for job you are applying for) -Honors and Awards (if relevant and space permits)

CURRICULUM VITAE (CV)

The length of CV can be as many pages as required to list work history and pertinent academic accomplishments (average length is two to four pages). Your CV should be concise and only include relevant information.