Which branch is better for nursing?

[M3olatomiwa]

I hear that a certain area of the miltary for nursing is better. I need to know which one is better and why I haven't done thorough research but. I want to do the Nurse Navy Corps. But a friend of mine said that I should look into the Airforce its way better..I need other opinions beside one.So my questions are..

Which area of the miltary has a better nursing program?

Which one do you benefit more from?

Is each branch of the miltary program for nursing varies for person

I need as much info on each branch if that is okay thanks

if you have any inputs or recommendations that would be nice

[sholtzma]

Thank you, Gen. It is true that there is a BIG difference between an acc. BSN and an acc. BSN for degree holders. Wasn't even thinking.....

So would it be wise to join as an officer (pre-"BSN" but in the program already, so guaranteed to at least be eligible to become an RN at some point) and get the seniority situation started, or does it not matter? From reading dozens of discussion pages on this forum, it seems that people have much better bargaining power holding an RN/BSN than not.

Also, does the Navy really offer the most mobility options? This is something I would really like to get out of my military experience. I would like to hear people's histories/stories on this if possible.

sholtzma

[richardjboro1]

I'd like to add my 2 cents to the question on "mobility" by the scientist above. I'd have to think that the Army would be as mobile if not MORE mobile than the Navy. My family went all over US, Europe and Far East with the Army and mostly stayed CONUS with the Navy, but perhaps it's changed in recent years. I would speak with a medical recruiter. They tend to know their stuff.

Richard

[sholtzma]

Richard,

I do think that the Army, especially right now with the Iraq war, is probably going to offer the most mobility opportunities - my husband's brother was in the Army for 20+ years and went just about everywhere in the world that you could possibly go in the military - but I was seduced early by the Navy's website and uniforms.

All kidding aside, I can't tell you why, but I am just in love with the Navy Nursing idea....I guess it's just a psychological thing. I have plenty of time to check out all branches and do my homework (I have prereq classes this fall, spring and summer for pre-BSN so I have a lot of time to think about it). This must be why most people are really in favor of a certain branch of the military; it's kind of like rooting for your favorite ball team! And honestly, reading hundreds of posts from allnurses has made it even more difficult, as surprisingly, most people are very positive about each branch that they served in, and left a great impression of every branch. This has actually made things more difficult to decide and think about.

Anyway, I still have an unanswered question -should I join as an officer midway through the post-bacc. accelerated BSN program or wait until finished and then offer myself? Will a recruiter honestly answer this?

Thanks for all help!

sholtzma

[richardjboro1]

Anyway, I still have an unanswered question -should I join as an officer midway through the post-bacc. accelerated BSN program or wait until finished and then offer myself? Will a recruiter honestly answer this?

On that topic, not sure what to advise. I'm currently a jr BSN student and I plan to wait until I graduate. I did look into the ANCP (Army Nurse Candidate Program), but found out that it was worth more, re: loan repayment to wait until I graduate. I guess it's an individual decision, and I think most recruiters would be helpful, but some will pressure you to join ASAP. Good luck with the decision.

Richard

[scout2505]

I know that my recruiter said I couldn't sign up until I was 1 year away from completion of my BSN. I guess the only positive thing about signing up while you are still in school is you'll get to know everything, such as where you'll be stationed, possible OLBC dates etc. If you wait until you graduate, planning may become more difficult. Just my two cents.

Anyway, I still have an unanswered question -should I join as an officer midway through the post-bacc. accelerated BSN program or wait until finished and then offer myself? Will a recruiter honestly answer this?

On that topic, not sure what to advise. I'm currently a jr BSN student and I plan to wait until I graduate. I did look into the ANCP (Army Nurse Candidate Program), but found out that it was worth more, re: loan repayment to wait until I graduate. I guess it's an individual decision, and I think most recruiters would be helpful, but some will pressure you to join ASAP. Good luck with the decision.

Richard

[KAINETX]

if you want to be in the military then do you self a favor and join the Air Force you will be treat much better than any branch of the military as well you might want to look into the Public health service, they get military benifits without all of the military BS.

[Jennifer22]

Hi Navynurse06.

I am graduating from nursing school this coming August and am looking into joining the military following graduation. I am in the process of meeting with medical officer recruiters from each branch. I am having a very hard time narrowing down which branch would be best for me as a nurse. Do you have any suggestions? How did you decide? What is it like as a navy nurse officer? I would love to hear about your experience so far.

Thank you for your time.