Nursing CVs need to establish clinical credibility fast. Certifications come first here because they're non-negotiable. ACLS, PALS, BLS - these aren't impressive, they're expected. But having them organized and current shows you're ready to work.

The experience section shows progression from ICU staff nurse to Charge Nurse. That's the story hiring managers want to see. Each bullet focuses on scope (bed count, patient ratios) and outcomes (fall reduction, retention rates).

Notice the specificity in skills: "Epic EMR" not just "EMR systems," "Central line care" not just "IV skills." Nurse managers are matching your skills to unit needs. Generic descriptions get filtered out.

What's not here matters too. No soft skills list, no mission statement about caring for patients. Everyone in nursing cares. Show what you can do.