An internet search reveals just how many articles there are on preparing a curriculum vitae (CV). The preparation of a CV should not be regarded as a ‘one-off’ event, to be updated periodically. A successful CV requires thoughtful preparation to ensure it is directed towards a specific post and should consider two important perspectives. First, an understanding of what is required of the practitioner in the nursing post (demand), and second, what the nurse can offer in terms of his or her skills, experience, qualities and qualifications (supply). The demands of the post will also include meeting professional standards, such as those that have emerged following consideration of the
Nursing Standard. 29, 5, 50-57. doi: 10.7748/ns.29.5.50.e9176
Peer reviewThis article has been subject to double blind peer review
Received: 27 May 2014
Accepted: 07 July 2014
Keywords :
workforce - CV - career development - curriculum vitae - jobs
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