30 Sep 2025

Tips for Writing a Standout Nursing CV in Australia

Nursing offers a rewarding career with opportunities across hospitals, aged care, community health, and specialist services. Your CV is the first chance to highlight your skills, experience, and what you bring to a role.

A strong CV is clear, concise, and professional. Here are some tips to help yours stand out.

Professional Profile

Open with a short summary of your background, areas of specialisation (e.g. mental health, paediatrics), and career goals.

Registration and Credentials

Include your AHPRA registration, qualifications, and any postgraduate training or certifications.

Clinical Experience

List roles in reverse order with:

  • Organisation, location, and dates

  • Key responsibilities (e.g. medication management, patient care, mentoring)

  • Notable achievements or contributions

Skills and Development

Add a section for key skills and recent professional development, such as:

  • Clinical expertise or areas of interest

  • Leadership or team support experience

  • CPD activities, courses, or workshops

Suggested CV Structure

  • Professional Profile

  • Registration and Credentials

  • Clinical Experience

  • Skills and Professional Development

  • Referees

Final Thoughts

A tailored nursing CV highlights your registration, experience, and strengths clearly. Employers should quickly see the value you bring.

At Prospero Health & Social Care, we support nurses in presenting their best selves and connecting with the right roles.

Register with us today to take the next step in your nursing career.