SA MPL E C UR R IC UL UM V IT A E

SA MPL E I
MA R IO SUA R E Z
45 West 32nd St.
New Y ork, NY 10023
212-787-0789
E X PE R IE NC E
1996-2002
Personal Secretary to First Secretary of Dominican Republic to the United Nations,
New Y ork. Handled all personal correspondence, prepared all details for major
international sport events in Dominican Republic, arranged housing and entertainment
for dignitaries visiting Mission to the UN. A cted as interpreter.

1993-1996
A dministrative A ssistant and Secretary, A NCO International, New J ersey. Served in
this capacity to the President of this corporation. A ssumed responsibility for office in
his absence, including handling of all correspondence, translations in Spanish and
Italian, transcribing of large volume of shorthand as well as Dictaphone-typing made
arrangements for hotel accommodations and booked space for conferences, both
domestic and overseas. A cted as interpreter for foreign company representatives
visiting New Y ork.

1990-1993
Executive Secretary to the Director of International Operations, Standard Tobacco
International, New Y ork. Handled all press contacts, translated foreign press releases,
assumed all secretarial responsibilities, and assisted in all public relations activities.

1987-1990
Executive Secretary/A ssistant Fashion Coordinator, L ongine-Pioneer Corporation,
New Y ork. Translated fashion copy for magazines and newspapers, prepared press
parties, fashion shows performed secretarial duties.

E DUC A T ION
B.A . in Social Studies, 1987 University of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Diploma in nursing study

L A NGUA GE S
Fluency in Spanish, Italian, and English
SE C R E T A R IA L SK IL L S
MS. Word, Excel, PowerPoint

SA MPL E II

Bridget J ones
8 Oxford Street, L ondon W1 2X P
Tel: 02071232345
Email: bridgetjones@aol.com

Profile
A multitalented critical care nurse with six years experience in acute and critical care
at junior and senior level in the NHS and private sector, patient focused, with astute
time management, administrative and computer skills, seeking a Grade G post in an
HDU or ITU setting.

A chievements
Developed an integrated care pathway for use in critical care admission with all
necessary pack for comprehensive care of patient, including check list for vital
parameters like administration of fractionated heparin, tight glycaemic control, and
oxygen titration, as well as ensure proper documentations that have tremendously help
to improve patients out come in the unit by 31 percent
Designed and built a computer software in my current unit called "care manager"
that has helped to reduce time spent in nursing documentation by 66 percent, thus
helping to free up nursing staff s time for more direct patients care
Won the K ing s College L ondon Best Nurse A ward, October 2006.

Qualifications

1999 - 2000 St Bartholomew School MSc Interprofessional

of Nursing & Midwifery Practice
1996 - 1999 A nglia Polytechnic BSc in A dult Nursing
University School of
Nursing

R ecent C ourses / T raining A ttended

September 2006 K ing's College Hospital A dvance Paedatric L ife

L ondon Support (A PL S)

J anuary 2006 Basildon Unversity A dvance L ife Support

Hospital Basildon (A L S)

E mployment History

2000 - 2001 Staff Nurse (D Grade) Whipps Cross University

A ccident and Emergency Hospital, L ondon
Department

2001 - 2003 Staff Nurse (E Grade)ITU The Wellington Hospital,

L ondon

2003 - 2006 Senior Staff Nurse (F K ing's College

Grade), Frank Stansil Hospital,Denmark Hill
HDU L ondon

Hobbies
Ran the L ondon marathon 2006 for Children Cancer Funds
Swimming: Won the runner up price, South East L ondon women swimming
championship, 2003

A dditional Information
Immigration Status: Indefinite L eave to Remain in the UK
Driving L icense: Full clean UK driving L icense

R eferences:
A vailable on request.
SA MPL E III

J ane Greenwood
41 Windsor Road
Buckingham
BL 2 3WRUB6 4Y J
Tel: 0135 568732
Email: jgreenwood@hotmail.com

C areer Objective
A Senior Student Nurse with previous community experience and a strong
commitment to providing quality care in the community, I am keen to undertake my
first post as a qualified nurse in a Primary Health Care Team.

Skills and A chievements

- Gained insight into local community health needswhilstconducting my research
project. A chieved 75% for the resultingNeighbourhood Study Report.
- Developed ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team through
voluntary activity and practical experience gained as a care assistant and student
nurse.
- Enhanced my assessment skills during a medical placement whilst caring for a
diabetic patient: planning, implementing and evaluating care whilst utilising available
resources such as the diabetes specialist nurse.
- During rostered practice, I developed an appreciation of the importance of
mentorship when supervising junior students who then felt able to approach me for
advice and guidance.
Professional Qualifications
1998 2000 Buckinghamshire New University
Diploma of HE in Nursing Studies
Registered Nurse Part 12 of the UK CC Professional Register
- Projects and seminar undertaken and/or presented e.g. Neighbourhood Study
"Surveyed the health needs of the local community identifying services available and
ways in which they could be improved in relation to Health of the Nation targets.
Considered demographic economic and political issues".
- Specific areas of experience relevant to the post to which you are applying
E.g. medical, surgical, day surgery, community e.g. "Through practical experience
gained in both community and hospital settings developed insight into the needs of the
local community. Clinical placements in the community included."

General E ducation
1990-97 C hesham High School, C hesham, Bucks.
GCE 'A ' levels, Biology C, General Studies C
GCSE Maths C, English B, Biology B, Chemistry BFrench C
C areer History
1999 Student Night L ine C ounselling Service
V olunteer C ounsellor
Undertook initial training in counselling skills and went on to provide a telephone
counselling service one evening per week as part of a team of student helpers.
1998 Daleside C entre, C hester
V olunteer
A s a volunteer at this informal drop-in centre for people who have suffered mental ill
health, I helped to provide a welcoming environment, and was involved in setting up a
photography activities group. This developed my interpersonal skills and ability to
work co-operatively with a wide range of individuals.
1997-1998 Pine L odge Day C entre
C are A ssistant
Worked as a member of the care-team, providing quality care and personal support to
individuals with severe learning disabilities, their families and carers. It gave me an
insight into care in the community and the role of the multi-disciplinary team.
1997-1998 Boots T he C hemist
Saturday Sales A ssistant
Responsible for providing high standards of customer service, replenishing stock and
cashing up at the end of the day.

Positions of R esponsibility and A chievements

1999 - Student Nurse Representative, Dip.H.E.Nursing Studies. Participated in course
management meeting and Curriculum Development Group raising issues on behalf of
student nurses and following up with progress reports.
1996 Duke of Edinburgh A ward Silver
1996 St J ohn A mbulance First A id Certificate

Professional Organisations
1998-present Student member of Royal College of Nursing

A dditional Information
- Clean Current Driving L icence
- Enjoy sporting activities especially fell walking and swimming
- K een amateur photographer
- Familiar with IT packages Word, Excel

Personal Details Date of Birth: 10 F ebruary 1979

R eferences 1. Personal Tutor or Course Manager (your appropriate Branch)

2. Ward Manager or similar from your recent practice who can

comment on your nursing/midwifery skills.
SA MPL E IV

Sandra E dwards
23 L ong L ane
Hiillingdon, Middlesex
UB6 4Y J
Tel: 01895 344665
Email: sedwar@hotmail.com

C areer Objective
A recently qualified Registered Nurse with previous professional experience in
district nursing and clinical teams, I am seeking a challenging position in community
nursing.

C apabilities and A chievements

- A s a community and clinical nurse developed ability to use my own initiative and
work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Flexible and eager to learn new skills, I have undertaken further training to enhance
my professional clinical skills and expertise.
- Designed and implemented a recording system for screening patients over 75 years
of age.
- Developed, implemented and monitored a wound-care assessment tool.

Professional Qualifications
1999 2000 Buckinghamshire New University
Diploma of HE in Nursing (Enrolled Nurse & Registered Nurse
Conversion)

NB. Include: Project titles and details e.g. Community Health Project. Survey to
research the health needs of the local community, identifying services available and
evaluating ways in which these could be enhanced. Reviewed the extent to which the
Health of the Nation targets are being achieved.

1996-1998 Successfully completed the following E NB Post-R egistration

C ourses:

- Foundation in Child Protection 970 (10 days)

- Infection Control L ink Nurse Course N54 (15 days)
- L eg Ulcer Management N18 (15 days)

1980 National District Nursing C ertificate

1977-1979 High W ycombe General Hospital

State Enrolled Nursing Qualification UK CC Pin Number 9346

A dditional Qualifications
1976 Uxbridge Technical College
RSA II Typing (Distinction)

1971-1976 Greenway Secondary Modern

Gcse: English, Maths, Science, History, Music, A rt, Religious Education

C areer History

1998-present W ellgood Health C entre

District Enrolled Nurse, working in the community as a Clinic Nurse in a busy Out-
Patient Department. On two occasions of prolonged absence of the Out-Patient
Sister. I was given the opportunity to run the Out-Patient Dept, and experience that I
thoroughly enjoyed. Devised wound-care assessment tool, which is currently in
operation.

1993-1998 Drayton L odge Private Nursing Home

Responsible for 25-bed unit, 2 evenings per week. Work included supervising two
care assistants, ensuring management of personal and clinical care needs of elderly
clients.

1986-1993 L ongton District General C ommunity E vening Service

Working three evenings per week, I visited patients in their own homes, providing a
caring and individual service. Developed ability to work on my own initiative.

1980-1986 L ondon Borough of Hillingdon Health A uthority

Full-time Community Nursing involving working as a member of a team and being
responsible for my own caseload.

1976-1980 Hillingdon Hospital

Six months as an A uxiliary Nurse
Two years training as a Pupil Nurse
Two years working on Medical Ward

Membership of C ommittees and Professional Organisations

- Student Set Representative RN-EN (G) Conversion Course
A ttended Course Management meetings and Curriculum Development Group raising
issues on behalf of student nurses, following up with progress reports
- Member of the Royal College of Nursing

A dditional Skills & Interests

- Clean Current Driving L icence
- Enjoy sporting activities especially swimming and badminton
- Familiar with IT packages: Excel, Word

Personal Details Date of Birth: 10 February 1960

R eferences 1. Present Employer 2. Course Manager