SGT Smiley

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1. Is a BSN Mandatory For Military Nursing?

   SGT Smiley replied to Gin Gin's topic in Government

   Oh no! I think you misunderstand. You must at least have a bachelor's degree in nursing. If you have a masters or if you're a nurse practitioner...so much the better! In fact, that could only help your career. My point is that your career revolves ar...

2. Is a BSN Mandatory For Military Nursing?

   SGT Smiley replied to Gin Gin's topic in Government

   Olivedrab is right. Without a bachelor's degree in Nursing, the highest rank you will achieve is Captain. You are not eligible for promotion to Major until you have an advanced nursing degree (BSN). You could have a Ph.D. in criminal justice and it w...

3. how's life as Rn in the Military????

   SGT Smiley replied to mustangcollege03's topic in Government

   Hello, mustang: I can speak only for the Army National Guard side of the house. You are eligible to receive a commission with a diploma or associate's degree in nursing, although most recruiters would prefer to get a nurse with a BSN. The reason is...

4. Is a BSN Mandatory For Military Nursing?

   SGT Smiley replied to Gin Gin's topic in Government

   Hello! This is an excellent topic. We have some nurses in our unit (Army National Guard) who are trying to apply for STRAP and I want to give them as much information as I can. Does anyone know if a nurse can get STRAP if they're taking online course...