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Best Resume for Nurses (RN, BSN) — 2026 Template

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Nursing resumes need to surface license + specialty + EHR systems in the first scan. Hospital ATS filter strictly on credential keywords.

Credential block at the top

Put RN/BSN, license state, and key certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS) in a single visible row right under your name.

  • RN, BSN · CA RN #12345 · BLS / ACLS / PALS

Lead bullets with patient outcomes

Specialty + caseload + measurable patient outcome.

  • ICU RN · 4–6 patient caseload · reduced CLABSI rate 38% YoY through bundle compliance

EHR & systems keywords

ATS filters on these — list both names and abbreviations.

  • Epic, Cerner, Meditech, MEDITECH Expanse
  • EMR, EHR, charting, medication reconciliation
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