Updating your resume just got a lot easier. We already can go into Indeed job postings and copy job description text that can be used as resume content for a specific job. The latest innovation available to job seekers is ChatGPT .

I used the free version to create a resume from scratch. My request was literally, “write a Nurse resume.”  This is what I got in one minute:

[Full Name] [Address] [Phone Number] [Email Address]

Objective: A highly motivated and compassionate registered nurse seeking a challenging and rewarding position in a healthcare facility where my skills and knowledge can be utilized to provide excellent patient care.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, [Name of University], [Graduation Date]
  • Registered Nurse Licensure, [State], [Licensure Date]
  • Basic Life Support Certification, [Certification Date]

Skills:

  • Ability to provide comprehensive care to patients with various medical conditions
  • Proficient in administering medications, IV therapy, and other treatments
  • Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members
  • Excellent organizational skills to manage patient care and documentation
  • Experience in using electronic health records (EHR)
  • Proficient in performing patient assessments and developing care plans

Experience:

[Name of Hospital or Healthcare Facility], [City, State] Registered Nurse, [Department], [Employment Dates]

  • Provided direct patient care to a diverse population of patients with acute and chronic illnesses
  • Administered medications, IV therapy, and other treatments as prescribed by the physician
  • Conducted patient assessments, developed and implemented care plans, and evaluated patient outcomes
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure safe and effective patient care
  • Educated patients and families on their healthcare needs and discharge instructions
  • Documented patient care in the electronic health record system

[Name of Hospital or Healthcare Facility], [City, State] Nursing Assistant, [Department], [Employment Dates]

  • Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs) for patients
  • Obtained vital signs and recorded patient data
  • Assisted with patient mobility and ambulation
  • Maintained patient comfort and safety
  • Assisted with patient admissions and discharges
  • Documented patient care in the electronic health record system

Professional Memberships:

  • [Name of Professional Organization], [Membership Dates]

References: Available upon request.

ChatGPT Takeaways

You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars on resume writing.

Maintain a current LinkedIn profile and updated resume easily by asking ChatGPT to write about a new project for you.

If ChatGPT can draft a resume for you, there’s nothing stopping you from executing on a continuous job search that allows you to drive your career.

There is no excuse anymore to procrastinate on applying for internal transfers and promotions just because you haven’t updated your resume in years.