A CV for nurses and midwives in Ghana
Updated 2 November 2026
Hospitals and clinics want to see quickly that you are registered, where you have worked and what you can do safely. A clear nursing CV puts those facts at the top and keeps the rest short and specific.
What to put first
- Your name and contact details, with your town or city.
- A short profile: your registration, your years of experience and the kind of ward or setting you know.
- Your registration and licence details, with the council and your registration number, if you hold one.
Show your clinical experience
List each post with the hospital, the ward or unit, and your dates. Under each, write short lines about your real duties, such as giving medication, monitoring vital signs, taking part in ward rounds, mentoring students, and keeping accurate records. Use only numbers you can prove, such as the size of a ward.
Certificates and training
- Your nursing or midwifery qualification, with the school and year.
- Short courses such as Basic Life Support, with the issuing body and year.
- Any specialist training you have completed.
Include your national service and placements
If you served at a hospital or completed clinical placements, list them as experience. They show the settings you have worked in.
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Build my CVCommon questions
Should I put my registration number on my CV?
Yes, if you hold one. Employers check it, so make sure it is correct and current.
How long should a nursing CV be?
Two pages is usual. A newly qualified nurse can often fit on one.
Do I list every ward I have worked on?
List the posts and settings that are relevant to the job. Keep older, short placements brief.