ANC_Maj

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1. Would You Deploy Again?

   ANC_Maj replied to military girl's topic in Government

   Absolutely. 100%, without a doubt. Probably wouldn't even need to be "ordered" (the Army has a volunteer system for deployment). The year I was deployed was likely the most professionally gratifying year I have spent as a nurse.

2. Would I get my loans paid off???

   ANC_Maj replied to iToniai's topic in Government

   You would start as an officer in the rank of 2LT (Army or Air Force) or Ensign (Navy). Army Recruiting is offering loan repayment and/or bonuses. Contact your local health care recruiter for the details. Congratulations on your decision to join the ...

3. Nursing in the military without actually joining

   ANC_Maj replied to dragonfly123's topic in Government

   The civilians that work at any of the military medical facilities (such as NNMC or WRAMC) take care of the same patients that the military nurses provide care for. The civilian nurses are the glue that hold these facilities together - they are the c...

4. CRNA program for VA employees

   ANC_Maj replied to 2ndChance's topic in Government

   The Army program at Ft. Sam Houston, TX (San Antonio) is accredited by the UTHSC-Houston school of nursing and allows a select number of slots per year for the VA system. I would contact your education office for specific details about how to apply ...

5. Ft Bliss

   ANC_Maj replied to roswell's topic in Government

   I too have been at BAMC (1995-1997). I have been to Madigan and Ft. Lewis, but know nothing about DDEAMC or Ft. Gordon. Feel free to ask specific questions either via PM or open forum. ANC_Maj

6. Retired Reserve to AD ANC?

   ANC_Maj replied to Tanker's topic in Government

   You do have a unique situation! I've not heard of anyone coming back AD after retirement from USAR/ARNG. So, I can't offer any advice or wisdom unfortunately. Good luck in navigating the system and I hope it all works out for you. What could we ...

7. Army CRNA grad program

   ANC_Maj replied to ASOLDIERNURSE's topic in Government

   I've not known the o-chem or biochem requirement to be waiverable. It is to your advantage to take either course (USUHS prefers o-chem) as it will assist you in understanding the complex pharm and physiologic principles necessary to be an anesthesia...

8. Recruiter called last nite-need advice

   ANC_Maj replied to Linda8's topic in Government

   This probably goes without saying at this point, but make sure you are working with a Healthcare Recruiter - it does make a difference. If something you hear from the recruiter doesn't sound right, check it out by asking around. Also, it wouldn't h...

9. Ft Bliss

   ANC_Maj replied to roswell's topic in Government

   Congratulations on your decision to enter the ANC! I am hesitant to identify any one facility as the "best Army Medical Center" as they all have different flavors and opportunities. I will tell you that I have been assigned at Brooke AMC (San Anton...

10. Ft Bliss

    ANC_Maj replied to roswell's topic in Government

    Welcome to the ANC! I don't know much about Ft Bliss or WBAMC - but am headed there myself this summer. Feel free to PM me and I can fill you in on what I know so far! ANC_Maj

11. Roll Call for all Military and VA Nurses and those considering the Service

    ANC_Maj replied to RNPATL's topic in Government

    Another great resource is www.onestoparmy.com. Nice repository of information on all the installations CONUS and OCONUS. Some of the installations have information on both on and off post housing. Good luck and welcome to the Army Nurse Corps! ANC...

12. Deployments in military nursing

    ANC_Maj replied to mistyval's topic in Government

    I find it interesting that you would presume to know my thoughts on the subject. AND I do get the distinct feeling you are "fishing" for opinions and responses to spark a debate. A debate, I might add, that no military member currently serving shou...

13. Deployments in military nursing

    ANC_Maj replied to mistyval's topic in Government

    Count me in as an "imbecile" too I guess. If the definition of imbecile is patriot, proud to serve their country and support the Soldiers, then I guess there are worse things to be! ANC_Maj

14. Deployments in military nursing

    ANC_Maj replied to mistyval's topic in Government

    Good thought on the posting of branch of service, MOS/ANC. Perhaps a new thread should be started.

15. Deployments in military nursing

    ANC_Maj replied to mistyval's topic in Government

    I can't speak for TX-RN-FNP, but while I was deployed (also OIF1), the ANCs helped out with all additional duties as well - TCN guard, night AOD, sandbag duty, and whatever miscellaneous duties came up. We actually had a "duty platoon" each day that...