Navy Nurse Commission

[Jams95]

Hello all,

I have a couple of questions......

I was wondering if anyone knows when you are considered "appointed" into the Navy? Is the appointment from when you are sworn in (after all paperwork and packet received) or when you graduate ODS?

Another question - when do you go to ODS -directly after joining or do you drill for a period of time with a unit?

I am working toward joining the Navy Nurse Corps (have to lose weight, last semester for the BSN etc), and I am close to the age of 40. I realize that a waiver can be given, but that depends on the needs of the Navy - from what I gather. So, I'm thinking about the timing of it all.....

Great forum and appreciate ALL of the other threads and info in them!!!!!

[smattles1of2]

For me, going to ODS depended on timing and what was available. I commissioned on May 9th and was told the earliest I could go was in July, but I chose to put it off until Sept. So I've just been sitting around getting things together for my move (trying to sell my house, packing, finding childcare, etc.). There isn't drilling or anything. At least not that I've heard. That sounds more like the reserves.

Have you started the application process yet? Are you going NCP or DA?

[Jams95]

Great thanks for the info. I'm going reserve duty via DA. I've been a practicing nurse for 15 years and finally got around to finishing the BSN. I can't wait.

I haven't started a packet, yet. I think I will after I graduate. I'll have more time then. And I need alittle time to lose some extra pounds, too. Have been working the PRTs, as I understand you don't want to be out of shape when you get to ODS. So, the extra time will be well spent.

Best of luck to you and your career........

[SeeDee1]

google USPHS (United States Public Health Services). This government branch recruits nurses and requires a BSN. You will not regret it (many opportunities and career advancement).