Hello everyone! I am a surgical ICU nurse and I have decided to apply for the Air Force Reserves as a flight nurse. I am currently working on my MSN in management and plan to apply for CRNA school next year after I complete my MSN. I have been a nurse since '08 working in many different settings (management, ICU, clinic, etc.)
I recently submitted my paperwork, along with all of my personal documentation, to the recruiter and have an interview set for this Wednesday to set up my physical and interview with the CNO of flight nursing.
I was wondering if any one has experienced this process, recent applicants would be ideal, and would be willing to supply me with any insight that they may have?
Vona86, BSN, RN Thank you for your response, how long after MEPS did you get to interview with unit commanders and go for the flight physicals? Any advice on how to prepare for the interviews? I just completed MEPS last week Monday
A month or two, you will go to Newcomer's Orientation on the base. After that you will attend UTAs (drill weekend) until you have school dates BUT make sure to do your PT Test ASAP so they can get you into all the schools you need.
Wow! that was a very long journey! I have been calling my recruiter so much, I think I need to relax a bit seeing the entire process might take forever
Wow! that was a very long journey! I have been calling my recruiter so much, I think I need to relax a bit seeing the entire process might take forever
yes is a long road .
my recruiter had couple surgeries so he was out also .
but still , email him/her now and then but dont expect big steps on monthly basis .
Devo19, BSN, MSN, APRN
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