Combat Medical Badge (CMB) as a credential?

[Elzonian]

Just wondering if I can use the Army's Combat Medical Badge (CMB) that I earned in Iraq '03-'04 as a credential behind my name?  Example: John Doe, BSN, RN, CEN, CMB.  I currently work at a VA facility, and it would be nice to be recognized by fellow veterans who know the significance of the CMB.  Thank you!

[chare]

No, you can't.  And it isn't about you being recognized by the veterans.

[nursebert, MSN]

Hi Elzonian,

As an Army veteran of many years I am of aware of the skill and absolute dedication that is required to achieve the Army Combat Medical Badge. I was not in the medical field during my service but went to nursing school after I discharged. I have also served as a civilian nurse at Walter Reed caring for wounded soldiers in the IMCU. The medics that I worked with were outstanding especially the ones who had deployed to Iraq and the patients really bonded with them.

I have worked at a few VA facilities as a nurse as well. VA patients really appreciate a caregiver who can relate to them. Unfortunately, there are not enough VA nurses who have also served. When I was establishing a rapport with my VA patients I would ask about when and where they served and then tell them a little about my service. It is likely your patients will recognize that you are a veteran before you tell them.

Anyway...I want you to know that I see you and thank you for your service!