Navy Nurses FY18 MECP

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Hello Everyone!

First off, thanks for taking the time to read this! I understand the Navy's Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP) is a recurring topic on this forum, but I haven't seen any related threads within the past couple years.

I'm active duty (Enlisted) and I'm looking to make a pretty significant career change from my current job to hopefully commissioning via MECP to become an RN after schooling, of course.

As I work to get my package together for the FY18 submission deadline which is around May-Jun 2017 at my command, I'm seeking any guidance or mentorship from someone who has essentially "been there, done that."

I'd love to know about your experience as a Navy Nurse in general or with the MECP process in particular. Any and all input is welcome as I prepare to begin applying through this great program.

I look forward to your feedback!

- Brian

What specifically do you have questions with. The deadline is coming up, what do you have completed and what do you have left to complete?

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I have all the requirements. I am looking for Medical Officers for my interview. I am in a command that does not have one. How can I go about it.

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So for your interview board, I was told you want at least 1 Nurse Corps Officer on your board, the more the better and the higher ranked the better. But on my board I had 2 MO's that I worked with and 1 NC officer. Do you have a Naval hospital nearby? I would recommend you reach out to your nearest Naval hospital or even see if your CO has any contacts. Most people will be willing to help you, but you will have to get the process started, and unfortunately you do not have that much time.

What command are you at?

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Just wanted to see if you had any luck submitting your package?

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I applied for the 1st time in SEP 2016. I found out in FEB 2017 that I was not selected. I have always heard it is wise to apply 3 times, as a lot of people get selected that 3rd time.

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Specializes in SICU/TICU.

anchorRn,

Are you currently stationed in Virginia Beach? If so, could you initiate a private message? I am unable to do so with a new account. Thank you ma'am.

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Nope I am not stationed in Virginia, in fact I am not Active Duty anymore.

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