Need some advice

Hi Pixie,

Thanks for taking the time to respond. I actually had a typo in my original question in that I have 8 years of experience. Not 7. So I don't understand how I don't qualify for captain at this time, much less why it would take another 12 months to become one.

You said the same thing happened to you...how can you sign on for one rank and they just change it? Isn't that a breach from what you signed and agreed to? What happens if I don't sign these new terms?

I don't feel comfortable asking my recruiter anything at this point since it's clear he's been dishonest with me (maybe out of ignorance and not malicious but regardless of intent - I've not been given accurate info). I'd rather him tell me "I don't know" than to invent an answer.

Part of being a leader in the military includes holding others accountable for their actions. Whether or not you want to, you need to straighten this out with your recruiter. If he doesn't answer to your satisfaction, speak with his superior.

What was your exact NCLEX day/year? Did you ever in those years work less than full time or have a gap in employment?

Pixie, you make a great point in stating that I need to hold him accountable. I have left a message and e-mail for him and am awaiting response, but I'm also very guarded to believe anything that he tells me at this point.

I obtained a BSN in May 2007, took and passed NCLEX in June 2007, and began work as RN that same month. I've always worked full time and never had any gaps in employment.

So he just responded to my e-mail questioning the calculations. He said that last fiscal year, I would have been appointed captain but the AF policy has changed since then. They now cap off at 3 years no matter how much experience you actually have...you only get credit for 3. He said he argued it with his manager and lost because it's a matter of policy. I just find it terribly shady that this all comes to fruition a week AFTER I sign all my documents.

To answer your question about your paperwork stating reserve, you are considered a reservist until your EAD date which is the first day of COT.

Thanks dreaming, I figured the reason revolved around the training date somehow but wanted to ask and be sure.

Thanks jf,

I'm definitely going to ask for a copy of the policy.

My initial post had a typo. I've been an RN for 8 years but he told me it would take another year for me to promote to captain. So I'm basically repeating senior year even though I've got all the credits to graduate now.

They cap you off at 3 years now so it doesn't matter how long you've actually been a nurse once you reach a certain point.

I requested a copy of the policy but he has still neglected to send it to me. I also asked him how it's been in effect for so long and his only response was an apology for not knowing about it when he should have.

My options now are to accept the position and wait 12 mos for the promotion or walk away.

I'm disgusted that all this is happening at the 12th hour and find the policy insulting.