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Healthcare Careers | Nursing | Uncategorized

How to Write a Resume for Nursing Students: Clinical Rotations, Skills & Examples

Written by Sherry Lyons RN, Career Development Consultant | Reviewed by Harleen Kaur RN, MSN Last Updated April 2025 When I was a nursing student, I remember staring at a blank resume template thinking, “What am I even supposed to put on here?” I hadn’t worked in a hospital, had no official job titles, and […]

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Healthcare Careers | Nursing

Nursing Resume With No Experience: Guide + Clinical Examples for New Grads

By Sarah Johnson | Last updated April 2025 You’ve worked hard to finish nursing school—but now comes the part no one warned you about: writing a resume when you have zero job experience. How are you supposed to compete with experienced nurses when your biggest asset is your clinical rotations? Don’t worry—many successful nurses started […]

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Healthcare Careers | Nursing

How to Write a Nursing Graduate Cover Letter (With Real Examples & Expert Tips)

By Sarah Johnson | Last updated April 2025 Writing your first nursing cover letter? Feeling stuck because you don’t have experience yet? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to write a professional, confident nursing graduate cover letter (even if you’ve never worked a shift). Includes real examples, templates, and recruiter-backed […]

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Career Change

How to Change Careers at 40 (10 No-Degree Jobs You Can Start Now)

Written By Jessie Smith – a Career Development Specialist with 10+ years in recruitment with a passion for helping professionals find flexible, fulfilling careers that truly fit. Thinking of a career change at 40—but worried you’re too old, too late, or underqualified? You’re not. In fact, your 40s might be the best time to start […]

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Career Change

How to Write a Career Change Cover Letter (With Examples for 2025)

Written By Jessie Smith – a Career Development Specialist with 10+ years in recruitment with a passion for helping professionals find flexible, fulfilling careers that truly fit. Last Updated April 2025 Changing careers is brave — but writing the cover letter can feel like the hardest part. You’re probably wondering:• How do I explain the […]