For those who wanted information about joining the Army Nurse Corp, this is for you.

[live4today, RN]

thought i'd go ahead and share this email reply i received in my email today regarding joining the army nurse corp. i'm six years too "senior":p to join, so i'm posting this for those who have had questions about joining, what they offer etc. just because i'm too ripe for the task, doesn't mean i can't help those of you who are still green enough to join. and...you're welcome in advance. :) just doing my duty as an american that america loves to reject. :chair: :rotfl:

renee

thank you for your email and interest in the united states medical department.

here's what we can offer you in the army nurse corp to include the basic qualifications.

as a member of the army nurse corps, you'll be given opportunities to apply your nursing skills that aren't available in the civilian community. your role as an officer will afford you the chance to lead a nursing team in caring for your patients. the autonomy to practice nursing as

part of the health care team is unlike most civilian health care facilities. your professional judgment will be the driving force behind ensuring that all aspects of a patient's care are addressed and you'll be responsible for initiating coordination of a patient's multidisciplinary care.

as an army nurse corps officer, you'll continuously be challenged and encouraged to maintain current nursing knowledge and skills. in addition to free local continuing educational opportunities, you'll have the chance to pursue training in several clinical specialty areas, attend national nursing conferences, participate in nursing research and pursue post-graduate education. you'll also have the opportunity to travel across the globe and provide nursing care in remote settings where your ingenuity and creativity will be exercised and put to the test.

as an army nurse, you'll have the chance to gain education and experience in advanced practice nursing roles such as clinical nurse specialists, nurse practitioners, nurse midwives and nurse anesthetists. regardless of what specialty you choose, you'll be caring for a diverse patient

population in state-of-the-art medical facilities using the latest technology. here are the specialties found within the army nurse corps:

advanced practice nurse

community health nurse

critical care nurse

crna

emergency room nurse

family nurse practitioner

medical-surgical nurse

nurse anesthetist

nurse midwife

ob/gyn nurse

operating room nurse

perioperative nurse

psychiatric/mental health nurse

as an army medical department (amedd) officer, you won't participate in the basic training that all enlisted soldiers go through. instead, you'll attend an officer basic course (obc), a basic orientation course to the army health care system and the army way of life.

here are the basic requirements for getting into the army nurse corps.

active duty (full time):

*all registered professional nurses with a bsn degree from a national league for nursing (nln) or commission on collegiate nursing education (ccne) accredited program are eligible for active duty.

*must be a u.s. citizen.

*age 21 to 46 ½ years old at time of accession onto active duty.

army reserve (part time):

*nurses with a bsn, associate or diploma degree from a national league for nursing (nln) or commission on collegiate nursing education (ccne) accredited program are eligible to serve in the army reserve.

*preference is for bsn prepared nurses. (associates will be considered)

*must be a u.s. citizen or lawfully entered the united states for permanent residence.

*age 21 to 46 ½ years old at time of accession into the army reserve.

if this sounds like something you would like to pursue, have further questions and if you meet all the qualifications; please email me back with your contact information that way i can put you in touch with the health care recruiter to go over your options and benefits in the united

states medical department.

respectfully,

mrs. cynthia d. latta

cyber recruiter

united states army recruiting command

email: [color=#003399][email protected]

[color=#003399]http://www.goarmy.com

being a soldier strengthens you today and for the future because the army develops your potential through relevant and challenging training, shared values and personal experience. soldiers consistently take pride in making a difference for themselves, their families and the nation.

[Lambert5883]

Great post!!!

[RNPATL, DNP, RN]

I totally agree ... great post and thank you for sharing this.

[mwbeah]

Becoming an Officer in the Army Nurse Corps was the best move I EVER made (second only to marrying my wife and having 2 beautiful children!)

Thanks for the post and your support,

Mike

[live4today, RN]

You are most welcome! :) Always in support of our armed forces. You guys and gals rock big time! :cheers: :w00t:

If only I were six years younger, I'd join in a heartbeat.

[RNPATL, DNP, RN]

I meet the age requirement, and the degree requirement, but wonder if they have a health requirement also? I have had some health problems in the past and wonder if that is going to rule me out?

[banker-to-nurse]

I meet the age requirement, and the degree requirement, but wonder if they have a health requirement also? I have had some health problems in the past and wonder if that is going to rule me out?

I have a similar question. But, I have 16 years of prior service in the Army National Guard (enlisted) and am currently in an Associates program in Nursing at a two-year college. I have a Masters degree in another subject, so I think that my prior service and combined education will both be helpful in my getting a spot in the Nurse Corps (in the Reserves). However, I was diagnosed with Crohns Disease (an intestinal ailment related to Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Colitis) in 1993. I have had surgery (in '93) and am currently okay and not on amy meds. The Army never made a big deal about it while I was "in". But, I have now been told that I am medically disqualified from coming back. What are my chances of getting a waiver for a commission in the Nurse Corps (Reserve or Guard) if I am otherwise qualified?

[renerian, BSN, RN]

Thanks for posting that. I did get a card yesterday and noticed the age was raised.

renerian

[devi, ADN, BSN]

Great info. I was seriously considering joining the Army once I complete my BSN. The only reason I've decided against it is "don't ask, don't tell" policy.

The sad thing is, I could really see myself going career in the military until retirement. But I can't see myself lying for twenty years to all the coworkers who'd ask innocent questions I couldn't answer. I have this awful fear that I'd get a year away from pension and then lose it because someone inadvertently found out. Not to mention that domestic partner benefits are getting easier to find in the private sector, but nonexistent in the military. :icon_roll

Hey, maybe we should start an Americans that America loves to reject support group :chuckle

[Jimmedda]

Isn't the Army Nuse Corps currently accepting Age Waivers for Nurses? I had a friend that was approved for an age waiver she was 54. She just submitted her CV and transcripts to her Army Healthcare recruiter and she was approved by the Chief of the ANC.

[LT Dave]

Great post BUT the Navy and Air Force Offer the SAME oppertunities, not sure about the age waiver but all else is the same.

[mwbeah]

Great post BUT the Navy and Air Force Offer the SAME opportunities, not sure about the age waiver but all else is the same.

My best friend was in my class and did a transfer after 15 years in the Navy and we had the first joint Air Force and Army class at USAGPAN. I have much love ffor Air Force and Navy CRNAs, but their "higher ups" make it so difficult for them to even apply. I know the Air Force pulls directly from there ranks so the direct route being a civilian may be extremely difficult and if I am not mistaken the Navy also pulls directly from their ranks. There are some people from the Navy on this board that also transferred or are transferring and some people (obviously, WTBCRNA) from the Air Force that are trying. My understanding is that in the near future, the USAGPAN website will provide an information packet on how to perform a service transfer.

I don't know why, but we (the Army) can't fill our class slots. I just don't understand it, I have had nothing but positive experiences during the program and being an Army CRNA. I know the deployment potential (more than likely) is the major issue, but the personal benefits far outweigh the personal costs.

Mike