pedsBSN-RN

pedsBSN-RN specializes in NICU, PICU, and Mother Baby.

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1. Completed ODS off to Camp Pendleton...

   pedsBSN-RN posted a topic in Government

   Hello fellow shipmates, Just wanted to let you guys know I am finally done with ODS and after 3 days of complete bed rest (not used to the sleep deprevation) I'm back writing. I wanted to say thank you to everyone for all the words of encouragement a...

2. US NAVY vs. US AIR FORCE

   pedsBSN-RN replied to NYnur2010's topic in Government

   I just graduated ODS this October and as stated before it is shocking the first couple weeks but it's not demanding. You basically learn how to wear the uniform, how to work as a team, Navy history, and PT/drill. You build lasting relationships with ...

3. Going to ODS 9/1/08; what shall I take???

   pedsBSN-RN replied to pedsBSN-RN's topic in Government

   Hello amjmm11, I apologize for the last response. I applied in April and recieved my final selection letter late July and was just commisioned last week Friday. Basically once you recieve your final selection letter everything goes quickly but the wa...

4. Going to ODS 9/1/08; what shall I take???

   pedsBSN-RN replied to pedsBSN-RN's topic in Government

   I was also told by my recruiter and detailer they usually only send ENS to the big hospitals but since I had experience I was able to pick from various locations. I was also given a Duty Station preference form where I was able to choose 3 duty stati...

5. Going to ODS 9/1/08; what shall I take???

   pedsBSN-RN posted a topic in Government

   I finally recieved the news that my packet was excepted for the Navy Nurse Corps!!! Things are going quickly now, I am swearing in on Friday, starting ODS 9/1/08 (don't know when I will be sent there), and my ultimate duty station is Naval Hosptial C...

6. Application Process - How long does it take?

   pedsBSN-RN replied to wanttobeanavynurse's topic in Government

   Your right, as long as the professional review board approves your experience. I was just wondering because you could have acummilated those years towards your military retirement (I'm just thinking in the long run benefits wise, I think to much into...

7. Application Process - How long does it take?

   pedsBSN-RN replied to wanttobeanavynurse's topic in Government

   A quick question why are you waiting to meet 2 years of experience? Did you know you can apply now and choose your date to begin OIS? This helps alot especially with the funds available for bonuses and loan repayment, depending on when you apply in t...

8. Application Process - How long does it take?

   pedsBSN-RN replied to wanttobeanavynurse's topic in Government

   I also forgot to tell you that I went to MEPS, did the interview. and application all on one day I was there from 6am until about 5pm.

9. Application Process - How long does it take?

   pedsBSN-RN replied to wanttobeanavynurse's topic in Government

   Hello WanttobeaNavyNurse, The process I believe, depends on how fast you can provide all the required documentation. I started the process on April 15, 2008 and ALL paper work shall be in to my recruiter by tommorrow (if nothing else is missing). Fro...

10. Navy Nurse Questions

    pedsBSN-RN replied to belabelisa's topic in Government

    Nurse 214, FYI, yes you are given up to three choices where you want your duty station to be but ultimately where you go is according to where they need you the most. Also, when you join the military regardless which branch you choose there is always...

11. Duty Stations...where to go/pick?

    pedsBSN-RN replied to pedsBSN-RN's topic in Government

    Thanks guys for all the input...I'm off to choose where to go!!!

12. Duty Stations...where to go/pick?

    pedsBSN-RN posted a topic in Government

    Hello Eveyone, So basically, I am done with all my paper work except one, to be commissioned in the Navy Nurse Corps, which is picking the 3 duty stations I may want to be stationed at. I have been discussing options with my recruiter and so far I ha...

13. Navy Nurse Questions

    pedsBSN-RN replied to belabelisa's topic in Government

    Hey Metaphoricalcoma and kashi1019, I was in the same boat as you guys, I'm in the process of being comissioned in the Navy Nurse Corps (March 14, if all goes well) and like Metaphoricalcoma, I too made a pros and cons list and have a 10 year plan su...

14. Going to VIP trip to Balboa 3/19/08...

    pedsBSN-RN replied to pedsBSN-RN's topic in Government

    Also does anyone know what is involved in these trips? Who will I meet, what shall I wear? Any input is appreciated!!!

15. Going to VIP trip to Balboa 3/19/08...

    pedsBSN-RN posted a topic in Government

    Is anyone besides me going to visit Balboa? I'm in the process of picking my 3 choices to be stationed and the Navy is sending me to San Diego. Is anyone else going? EM