Army Direct Commission FY12

Editorial Team / Moderator · Nov 11, 2011

Lunah, any idea what it means that I don't have results pending waivers?

No clue, sorry ... but I think it's good that it's not "no, sorry" right? :) I know this is going to be a looooong weekend for you ... hang in there!

ArmyRN789 · Nov 11, 2011

Without a doubt! That's pretty much how I'm looking at it and my recruiter feels very optimistic for some reason, probably because they are really standard waivers. I just can't help but feel not so optimistic with so few slots available!

ArmyRN789 · Nov 15, 2011

I just found out that I actually was selected! I just have to wait on the rubber stamp on my age and rank waivers now!

Editorial Team / Moderator · Nov 15, 2011

I just found out that I actually was selected! I just have to wait on the rubber stamp on my age and rank waivers now!

Wooo hoooooo!!! Congrats!! That is awesome news.

New1LT · Nov 15, 2011

I just found out that I actually was selected! I just have to wait on the rubber stamp on my age and rank waivers now!

That is FANTASTIC!!!! Congratulations and welcome to the ranks!!!! I'm sure we'll cross paths sooner or later. Keep us informed about BOLC and first duty station!!! I'm wicked excited for you!!! Now go celebrate!!!

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teddy4987 · Nov 15, 2011

Congrats!!

jeckrn, BSN, RN · Nov 16, 2011

I just found out that I actually was selected! I just have to wait on the rubber stamp on my age and rank waivers now!

Congrats

MelisaJB · Nov 17, 2011

That's awesome, maybe we'll meet at BOLC!

Melisa

RNMSN78 · Nov 17, 2011

Ok....deep breath. First I would like to say that names are not used to protect the integrity of all involved in this situation. Feel free to comment after reading this...

So as most of you know the application process to becoming an ANC officer is excrutiating. I first contacted my recruiter March 2011 and it actually took a couple weeks for him to return my call.....first red flag. I had MANY red flags during this process and I felt that my recruiter's work ethic was "questionable" to say the least but I told myself that not everyone are on top of things like I am....plus my husband told me that too. Anyway, I'm going to cut to the chase. I went to the office to sign my application to be sent to the Board and asked my recruiter if he had everything that was needed. I asked because I needed one waiver and he previously told me that he didn't even request it yet....THIS WAS OCT 24TH.....needless too say that I was upset, frustrated....but once again I digress. He stated that he got what he needed so I said "ok". I told my husband that I felt uneasy but the process will be over soon and I was honestly looking forward to not dealing with this recruiter ever again!

So, Tuesday I contacted my recruiter. He stated that my application "not reviewed for selection" because the waiver was missing.....WHAT?!?!?! I was shocked, dumbfounded.....totally in awww! I asked him how is that possible when he told me he recieved everything???? Needless to say I was HEATED! I was so upset that I had to just get off the phone.

The following day I went to AMEDD and requested to speak with my recruiter and his commanding officer. I wanted answers and I wanted him to take responsibility for dropping the ball with my application. I informed the Cpt of the situation, why i was there...

To bel clear.....I AM NOT MAD THAT I DIDN'T GET IN....I AM UPSET THAT I WASN'T EVEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY LIKE EVERYONE ELSE. As the Cpt and another recruiter reviewed my "pack" and found other issues and missing info that he did not inform me of.....FOR GOD SAKE.....DID I JUST GET THE LAZIEST RECRUITER AND THE MOST UNTRUSTWORTHY....WTH!!! The Cpt apologized to me and I am now working with another recruiter to go the Reserves route....not what I wanted but....

I still cannot believe this happened to me! I wasn't given an fair chance and now the AMEDD commander is working his hardest to resolve this. I wish I went with my gut and requested another recruiter from the 2nd red flag......in MAY!

Congrats to all who made it in.....I was hoping to conncet at Ft Sam Houston but the www will be our connection for now. :hug::)

New1LT · Nov 19, 2011

I'm so sorry RNMSN78 I wish I could say I understand, but fortunately for me my recruiter rocked. Keep your head up and know that some how, some way you will be an ANC officer serving our awesome troops. Don't give up and don't let it put a sour taste in your mouth. Keep trying and keep your head up!

ArmyRN789 · Nov 19, 2011

RNMSN78,

That stinks! It's a shame that even in the Army not everyone has a good work ethic. I have to ask, we're you set on the Army or were you open to the Air Force? They are having a board in January and you have pretty much everything done already! Just something to consider.

As for me, still waiting on my age and rank waivers. Does it normally take so long??

RNMSN78 · Nov 19, 2011

Thank you both! I am aware of the Air Force but I prefer the Army for personal reasons. The recruiter I am working with now is awesome and the commanding officer empathize with my situation. It's unfortunate but it's also my own fault for not speaking up to the commander in the beginning. I wish I was given a fair chance because my current recruiter told me I had a great chance due to my critical care experience and having my MSN. Oh well I will try for the reserves and transition over to RA :-)