athena55 BSN, RN

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    Ac anc maj promotion list out 29 nov 2012 0730 est

    athena55 replied to athena55's topic in Government, Military

    Yeah, jeckrn, I am also BZ My biggest goof was that I didn't check to see if my offical picture was up-to-date (which it wasn't) but I couldn't do anything about it because I was deployed. Oh...
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    Deployment in Nurse Corps

    athena55 replied to lvlynn's topic in Government, Military

    Midinphx: Safe travels! Watch your six. Do me a favor and post your APO....that way Santa won't miss ya while you are deployed! (wink.....) Leekun and Lunah: Thank
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    Nursing reserves, which to choose?

    athena55 replied to jonnymiz63's topic in Government, Military

    Hi Since you have your BSN you would not enlist, but rather commission into the reserves. You would need to speak with a Healthcare Recruiter, as well, with specific questions you may have as to if...
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    Deployment in Nurse Corps

    athena55 replied to lvlynn's topic in Government, Military

    I just got back from an 8 month deployment to Afghanistan It seems I deploy every 20-22 months, but that could be r/t my being an 8A (criticial care
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    Army Nurses Stationed / deployed

    athena55 replied to leekun2010's topic in Government, Military

    Hi Currently deployed Afghanistan, last deployed 2 years prior to Iraq Now ANC is deployed from 6-7 months (not including my pre-deployment training) Current duty station Fort Bliss, been there ~ 4...
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    Reduced sound from learning stethoscopes?

    athena55 replied to rnstudentinmn's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    My suggestion is go see your college's 504 Director. IF she/he can't help you, then contact the Department of Justice regarding the ADA. How about you suggest the instructor takes a BP and then you...
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    Information about US Army Reserve Nurse Corps

    athena55 replied to leekun2010's topic in Government, Military

    I would also suggest start putting together your 201 file, the "I LOVE ME" file. Make a copy of everything and place it in this binder. Any certificates, training, awards, TPU stuff, anything and keep...
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    FY 2013 Army AD incentive changes

    athena55 replied to nursespouse's topic in Government, Military

    The ISP - I signed up for another 4 years, so it is still on the table... athena 66H8A
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    Going through first drill unprepared for us army reserve? help advice pls..

    athena55 replied to leekun2010's topic in Government, Military

    NO. When you get on base, find out if they have a Military Clothing Store and buy what you need. As studentnurseCT stated, hopefully you will have a sponsor that will "show you the ropes" on what to...
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    Going through first drill unprepared for us army reserve? help advice pls..

    athena55 replied to leekun2010's topic in Government, Military

    I agree with jeckrn: Dress nice. Be prepared to possibly fill out paperwork, write down any questions you have beforehand. Have fun!
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    Recommended stethoscope for high frequency hearing loss...

    athena55 replied to pinayluv78's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I know this reply is late. Have you spoken with your audiologist? You will be surprised how many know of someone who works in the medical field and are deaf/Deaf or HOH and use amplified stethoscopes....
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    Nursing in the Military

    athena55 replied to SL2014's topic in Government, Military

    Welcome back! Congrats on finishing up your nursing program NP, cool - are you looking at family or adult? May your path through AMEDD be as smooth as it should be, smile. Keep us posted on your...
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    ODS - Weight - Navy

    athena55 replied to Motherofcorgis's topic in Government, Military

    I can only speak for the Army and when I went to Officers Basic Leadership Course (or whatever it is called now, smile) if you were overweight or did not pass you diagnostic PT test, then you did not...
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    Alternatives for 12 step ?

    athena55 replied to Zookeeper3's topic in Addictions

    Ma'am You hit the nail on the head when you said "Now I know I can't help everyone, expecially until they are ready" Sounds like he is not ready, yet. As Meriwhen stated, "His recovery is solely in...
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    Please help: Millitary Nurse

    athena55 replied to lkedmond1's topic in Government, Military

    I believe sometimes it is hard to be a spouse in the military: Think of it this way, you are on call 24/7, you go to training (TDY or Temporary Duty) - depending upon the course, two weeks to 3.5...
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    Navy Nursing health qualifications

    athena55 replied to LFRN's topic in Government, Military

    Abdominal organs and gastrointestinal system Check out this site....It will give you an idea of what could be a DQ-ing illness or disease. Who knows, you might be able to get a waiver for it. Good...
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    Thinking about becoming Navy Nurse (officer)

    athena55 replied to Smurfette752's topic in Government, Military

    NO, no NOOOOO you do not sign away your parental rights!! You will have to fill out a family plan. And as an commissioned officer you do not enlist, you commission My suggestion: Once you are about 1...
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    Do i need a license to be a navy nurse?

    athena55 replied to paulschwinn's topic in Government, Military

    Yeah, you can be assigned another MOS but not in nursing, and like other posters have stated; If your state BON will not issue you a license, then good luck with your ambition to join the Navy, but...
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    Army Generic Course Selection Program ?s

    athena55 replied to just_cause's topic in Government, Military

    Hi Just! When I transitioned from the Reserves to the Active side-of-the-House I was asked by my healthcare recruiter if I wanted to go to the critical care course. I said "roger that". By the time I...
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    Direct commission

    athena55 replied to five_marshalls's topic in Government, Military

    hahahahahahahaha
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    Pros and Cons of military nursing

    athena55 replied to sunshinestudentA's topic in Government, Military

    Hello Sunshine: There is a plethora of advice and information on this particular forum...Take a few hours (smile) and take a gander. Then if you have a specific question someone will be better able to...
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    First Deployment Advice

    athena55 replied to New1LT's topic in Government, Military

    I agree with rustynail: OPSEC, OPSEC, OPSEC I will be there with y'all in March... Ummm I used an over the shoulder holster for my 9mm....but when I had flight nurse duty I just attached the weapon to...
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    I Need Help Please!!!!!!

    athena55 replied to ATLRN0828's topic in Government, Military

    So, how did things go for you? I just today read your request and I thought your response was okay. I would have included an example on how you've met academic challenges in the past. Just my opinion....
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    Coming off Active Duty, looking for new specialty

    athena55 replied to zjesko's topic in General Nursing

    Hey, what Reserve unit are you with? When were you down range? Sorry to hear about your spinal surgery and how it is impacting on your career. Continue on with your BSN as most sevices require BSN...
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    MEPS for over 40

    athena55 replied to oaktown2's topic in Government, Military

    Hahahha Yammar, you made me