What to Include on a Travel Nurse Resume

January 24, 2024 | posted by Mackenzie Bolte

In this article, we guide you through building a travel nurse resume that will stand-out for when you’re applying to Axis travel jobs.

Naturally, we want to make sure that your profile stands out amongst the many other travel nurse resumes that hiring managers are reviewing. A first impression makes a lasting impression, therefore the more we can showcase your strengths, the better our chances are of landing you that dream gig.

The first step is to present a well-structured travel nurse resume that will highlight your clinical skills, experience and other qualifications.

Travel Nurse Contact Information📱

The first step for healthcare facilities seeking dedicated professionals is establishing clear communication. Start building your travel nurse resume with accurate contact details so that your agency and potential hiring managers can easily contact you:

Full first and last name
Phone number
Email address

Quick Tip: Make sure these are phone numbers and email addresses that you are checking often. Check your voicemail frequently to make sure it’s not full in case someone needs to leave you a message.

Candidate License & Credentials Summary🪪

Next up, you’ll want to offer a quick snapshot summary of your credentials, including the following:

State License numbers with Expiration Dates (MM/YYYY format)
Certifications with Expiration Dates (MM/YYYY format)

Note: Most facilities require certifications to be administered by the American Heart Association (AHA). You are able to access AHA courses here.

Work Experience🩺

If you have a lengthy employment history, focus on your most recent and relevant experiences. Employment verifications typically go back 7-10 years. We recommend providing the following information for each position of employment.

Name of the hospital or facility at which you worked
City, State of the hospital or facility
Dates of employment (MM/YYYY format)
Position title – Ex.: Staff RN, PRN RN, Supervisor, etc.
Unit(s) worked, number of beds and patient ratios – Include any units you may have floated to
Trauma designation of the facility (if applicable)
Teaching hospital status (if applicable)
Charge Experience (If applicable)
Preceptor experience (If applicable)
A brief summary of your duties, including: most common patient types cared for – Ex.: administering conscious sedation, sheath pulling, telemetry monitoring, etc.
Special and relevant equipment or devices used – Ex.: Robotics, IABP, etc.
Charting system utilized

Candidate Education🎓

Lastly, present your educational background with clarity and only emphasize academics relevant to the healthcare profession.

University Name
City, State of the University
Date Graduated (MM/YYYY format)
Degree obtained

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Our goal here at Axis is to get you on the road as a travel nurse as quickly as possible while still prioritizing high quality of candidates and clinicians. Having a top-notch resume and profile will help ensure that you have the best possible opportunity to secure the position you want. So, follow these steps to build your resume, consult with an Axis Rockstar recruiter for more advice and tips, and you’ll be on your way to your next travel gig in no time!