General Guidelines

• Always use a consistent format in terms of font, spacing and verbage usage.
• Bullet key points or accomplishments under each main job heading vs. using a narrative/paragraph style - this will help with readability and make your accomplishments stand out.
• White Space is not to be completly avoided. It should be used to avoid clutter.
• Number each page and include your name with each page.
• There should be no gaps in your timeline. If there are, do you best to concisely explain them.
• Use a professional type, such as Times New Roman - The font should be readable – No smaller than 10 and no larger than 14.
• Make Sure All Information is Truthful and Accurate to the best of your ability.
• Proof Read, Proof Read, Proof Read - have it reviewed by someone else.

Your Resume will act as your application for the position and all good applications should consist of the following items generally in this order:

1. Cover Letter

This should be included as a seperate document and is meant to be your introduction statement.



2. Objective Statement

3. Work Experience / Positions Held

(Most Recent is always listed 1st) This information should make up the bulk of the resume and each position should contain the following items:
• Facility Name
• Location
• Duration
Always include month/year started and month/year ended
• Title
• Bulleted Accomplishments



4. Education

(Most Recent First – Include Name of School, Location, Degree(s), and Dates) - This should be as detailed as possible:
• Graduate Degrees
• Undergraduate
• Post Graduate Training/Certifications (Type, Location, Dates)



5. Additional Pertinant Information:

• Professional Organizations
• Honors and Publications
• Hobbies, Interests



6. References

• Do not necessarily need to accompany your Resume initially but be prepared to provide this document.
• Four Professional References is a good number to provide - Include Current Phone Numbers and Positions.
• Make Certain All References Are Aware You Are Listing Them.