How to Write a Caregiver Resume

The internet and social media make fact checking much easier — tell the truth about your work history and education. If you have a reason for a gap in employment, explain it in your Cover Letter.

Make it easy to follow your work history and education by listing it in chronological order from the most recent job to the oldest.

This allows you to personalize your resume to stand out from the crowd and gives you the opportunity to say how your skills will contribute to the success of the company.

Most companies have policies requiring a certain number of references to be checked prior to hiring an employee — make it easy for your future employer to reach someone by providing multiple contact names and numbers. If possible, provide two business references and one personal reference when seeking employment as a caregiver.

The details are important in caregiving. Show that you care about the details by caring enough to proof read your own resume. Make sure there are no spelling, grammar or punctuation errors. Remember that "spell check" alone cannot do the job — read and re-read and ask at least two other people to read, proof and provide feedback.