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Jeaxx
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Hello,
I am looking for advice as I am deciding between civil nursing and military nursing (nursing officer). Quick background, I am 20F in 3rd BSN program considering joining the airforce . I am looking to join partially for the benefits and for the challenge / experience with hopes to achieve something meaningful in life.
I am not too passionate about nursing in general which is why am not looking forward to the bedside aspect of nursing that comes with the civil side. I would be happy behind the desk, in admin, leadership or teaching. This is slightly harder to get into as a new grad which is why I was considering Nursing officer since it's a not just nursing but also both military and nursing.
Please share your experience and realities for those In civil, military or both. I would love to hear (read) your thoughts on this because I feel stuck.
My main concerns is the constant relocations which I wouldn't mind at first but it would be more challenging since I am hoping to start a family close to 30s.
What is career outlook like in CAF, would I be making a big mistake joining?
Please share and feel free to be super honest.
Thanks a lot.