athena55 BSN, RN

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    Info on USAR 66HM5

    athena55 replied to Buckeye RN/EMT-P's topic in Government, Military

    hi there buckeye: i am a 66h8a (critical care nurse) but in regards to attending your monthly battle assembly or drill: it would depend upon what type of tpu (troop program unit) you are assigned to...
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    Army Nurse Corp and Child custody

    athena55 replied to spawnupe's topic in Government, Military

    Spawnupe: No. Here are 2 links which should answer your question/concerns: http://cfr.v/ex.com/vid/584-2-family-support-child-custody-19748169...
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    Almost There !!!!

    athena55 replied to 1969's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    1969, way to go! Have a great, safe 4th of July Good idea (about taking CNA course so that you can gain experience and make some $$, as well)
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    Want to join the reserves as a nurse... dis con in past

    athena55 replied to CMD1's topic in Government, Military

    Oops, my bad! Again, make sure you make your initial inquiries to a Health Care Recruiter. That was 10 years ago: that was then, this is now. If you have "kept your nose clean" (a coll. expression for...
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    I wanto start!

    athena55 replied to ItiSeasy's topic in New York Nursing

    hello itiseasy: well, where in the 5 boros do you live? do you live within a reasonable distance to a college that has a nursing program? i do know that a lot of the colleges have a lottery system as...
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    El Paso TX

    athena55 replied to ASU_Sdvls's topic in General Nursing

    I work at the Army Medical Center so not sure if $25 an hour is a fair amount of $$ here in this part of Texas. Why don't you check out www.rent.com or www.apartmentguide.com My one bedroom...
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    Air Force and Prior Drug Use

    athena55 replied to Riversurfer's topic in Government, Military

    Hi: I inhaled during my teen age years. I told the MD at MEPS....I was Commissioned and I also received a Secret Security Clearance Worst thing you could do is lie. You are seeking to become a...
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    security clearance interview

    athena55 replied to pattyrn376's topic in Government, Military

    Also do not volunteer any information. As amber said, "...just answer the questions" And I agree with Cursed, the investigator already knows a heck of a lot about you. When I had my security clearance...
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    Want to join the reserves as a nurse... dis con in past

    athena55 replied to CMD1's topic in Government, Military

    CMD1: So what does it say on your DD214? IF you received an honorable discharge or a general discharge I would say you would be a GO. Make sure you talk to a Health Care Recruiter!
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    Air Force Questions Please Help if Possible

    athena55 replied to USAFhopeful's topic in Government, Military

    USAFhopeful: I am not in the Air Force, but I am an Army Nurse. I can tell you that making the decision to initially put my packet forth to become an Commissioned Officer in the U.S. Army Nurse...
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    CCRN Test

    athena55 replied to luvmylab's topic in MICU, SICU

    Hi I brought her (DVD) tapes in December of 2008 and that is the price I
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    Advise needed

    athena55 replied to Emilysmom3, RN's topic in General Nursing

    Just the fact you have been looking around for a different position tells me you have kind of made up your mind to at least look at different possibilities. Sure the $$ is grand, but at what cost?...
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    got my BSN degree outside the US and army wont accept me

    athena55 replied to spongebob6286's topic in Government, Military

    I agree with hopeful: Very possible that your education or school does not have United States accreditation. Have you had your university or college transcripts translated into English by a reputable...
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    Anyone else studying for CCRN exam?

    athena55 replied to deeDawntee's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I do agree with Billythekid (about the actual CCRN exam not being near as tough as the Dennison CD) I paid a lot of attention to the rationale as to why that particular answer was a better choice then...
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    Conflicting info in books

    athena55 replied to MEDICJOHN's topic in General Students

    I agree with Cruffler For instance: some texts/articles reference a normal CVP reading as 2-6, other's cite 2-8...Ask your Professor which one he/she adheres
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    Got into critical care!

    athena55 replied to moonischasingme1's topic in MICU, SICU

    Hello moon Much happiness directed toward you for achieving one of your goals! I had worked about one year on a tele/step down unit (4-12) and it was tough. BUT I learned how to navigate through my...
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    Wife thinking of joining military nursing

    athena55 replied to nebraskan's topic in Government, Military

    Roger that (for the Army side of the
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    Chances of going to Iraq these days and for how long?

    athena55 replied to jerrylundergard's topic in Government, Military

    Hi: When you are deployed you will be scheduled to work 5-6 days out of the week. If you are attached to a CSH, you are right: Not much to do so oftentimes people on their "off time" will spend some...
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    Wife thinking of joining military nursing

    athena55 replied to nebraskan's topic in Government, Military

    Nebraskan: When I transitioned over to AD from RD I was offered a PCS to Korea, but I asked to be assigned somewhere else. Why? I really don't like Korean food. Something also to think about: If your...
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    army reserve pay

    athena55 replied to pattyrn376's topic in Government, Military

    patty: I hope you had a positive experience with your first BA/Drill. As a word of caution: I waited over one year before inquiring about the bonus I was supposed to get when I transitioned into the...
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    Two-Year Service Obligation for Nurses Age 42-60

    athena55 replied to Faeriewand's topic in Government, Military

    I could have sworn I read from one of our frequent posters (Cursed? OTD? ArRNmy?) that the 2 year Service Obligation for "older" Nurses is no longer on the table, so to speak....Am I am wrong, and is...
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    Wife thinking of joining military nursing

    athena55 replied to nebraskan's topic in Government, Military

    Hello Nebraskan! Well, now is as good a time as any to check out the different Armed Forces and see what each offers: www.goarmy.com www.navy.mil www.airforce.com www.af.mil The chances of your...
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    OBLC ht/wt/body fat% questions

    athena55 replied to LZRN's topic in Government, Military

    Well, at least my Company Commander (A Co) doesn't tape neck or wrists anymore. We just have our waist and hips
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    ARMY ED nursing vs. ARMY critical care nursing

    athena55 replied to RealNut's topic in Government, Military

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    Travel outside of the US

    athena55 replied to hopeful_army_NP's topic in Government, Military

    Well, don't quote me or anything, but if you raised your hand and took the Oath, you are now Government Property. I would suggest you contact your PMO and ask her/him. Remember that there are several...