DOD civilian RN questions

[affurman, BSN, RN]

Hi friends,

Moderator, please move if not in the right place.

I'm a veteran and a seasoned OR RN looking to go to work for the DOD in a base hospital. I'm looking for DOD civilian RNs to help me with the pros and cons of such a job. I some ideas about pay and how the retirement system works. I would like information on how the work environment is, especially about Camp Lejuene, Walter Reed and Ft. Belvoir.

Secondly, I will be starting work towards an MSN and FNP this year. Location is not an issue for school. Would it be worth waiting until the MSN is done or try to get in the system now?

 

Thank you for any insight.