- Spell-check, spell-check, spell-check
- Proper Grammar - There are several resume formats where complete sentences are not used. However extra attention should still be paid to the grammatical components of the times listed on your resume. Tense, plurality, and possessives should always be double-checked.
- Clarity - All typing should be clear and easy to read.
- Fonts - Again, easy to read will get the most attention. Avoid comic or script fonts. Bold, italics, and underlining can draw attention to areas of your resume. However, they should be used sparingly to avoid cluttering the document.
- Cover letter - This can be a separate page enclosed on top of a post-mailed resume, or the body of the email to which the resume is attached. A short, "Please find my attached resume for xxxx position." is better than no cover letter at all. It is certainly acceptable to restate your objective from your resume in your cover letter.
- Length - Unless you are applying for an executive position, your resume should not be more than 2 pages long.
- Tailor your objective to the position for which you are applying. Do not send a resume with the objective of furthering your nursing career in response to an advertisement for an administrative assistant.
- If you are trying to change career fields, say so in your cover letter and objective.
- Research the company to which you are applying. Check out their web site and any other information you may have available. You want to be able to ask questions if you are called for an interview.
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