caughtupinthismoment ADN, BSN

caughtupinthismoment has 8 years experience as a ADN, BSN.

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1. Calling all present and former military nurses

   caughtupinthismoment posted a topic in Government

   Where was your first duty station? How long did it take for you to adjust from civilian to military life? And what advice do you have for those going in? Thanks!

2. FY 20 Navy Nurse

   caughtupinthismoment replied to Nels605's topic in Government

   Please let me know if you create the fb group. It’s been a long and daunting process and any support from people who are in the same boat would help tremendously!

3. Moonlighting?

   caughtupinthismoment posted a topic in Government

   Hello, Just wondering how many of you current or former military nurses have moonlighted on the side. What was your specialty for full-time position, what specialty did you moonlight in, etc. Thanks.

4. ECG help

   caughtupinthismoment replied to Guest1030824's topic in Critical

   Not a book but www.skillstat.com is helpful for interpreting rhythms on the monitor.

5. I'm Just wondering did hiring process change with this COVID?

   caughtupinthismoment replied to gilversplace's topic in Government

   To my knowledge, nothing has changed. Asked my recruiter the same question.

6. Navy Nurse Requirements

   caughtupinthismoment replied to Gwynn0918's topic in Government

   @Meep123 I see. Just get that RN and you’ll be solid. Anytime after that you will be learning an incredible amount of skills and knowledge time will fly by. Being a nurse has been the best thing for me. So many options.

7. Navy FY2020

   caughtupinthismoment replied to Rizzo02481's topic in Government

   Wow how interesting. How is it going so far? Did you have that as a “wish” destination?

8. Navy Nurse Requirements

   caughtupinthismoment replied to Gwynn0918's topic in Government

   When you are done with your masters program, what boards will you take? RN? NP? Wow. You have been put through the ringer. Thanks for the reply. We should talk in a message to update each other on progresses/regresses. Can’t figure out how to PM on...

9. Advice needed for Military Spouse

   caughtupinthismoment replied to NurseinBoots's topic in General Specialties

   You can get in anywhere that requires an RN license. Sure experience is preferred, but rarely required. Don’t give up and apply for what you want. Focus on landing an interview (good resume and cover letter) and then charm the pants off of them. Eve...

10. ER nurse or OR nurse?

    caughtupinthismoment replied to Reaz's topic in General Specialties

    If you want CRNA, go ICU. Don’t waste time elsewhere unless you are doing it to get the most out of the situation, which from your post, doesn’t seem like you are. Just pick an end goal and keep your eyes on the prize. Do what it takes to get there a...

11. Haven’t found my niche

    caughtupinthismoment replied to Nursetravel246's topic in General Specialties

    Give it some time. I hated nursing when I first started. Now I couldn’t be more grateful. Took about a year and a half to feel like I made the right decision.

12. ODS Navy

    caughtupinthismoment replied to jdsmitherman's topic in Government

    Amazing. Thank you!!

13. Navy Nurse Requirements

    caughtupinthismoment replied to Gwynn0918's topic in Government

    You're the best! I have a plan. After knowing I need at least 6 mo. ICU experience, I am planning to transfer to an ICU in the city when my lease is up (June). The officer health care recruiter in my division is not helpful at all. He was basically ...

14. ODS Navy

    caughtupinthismoment replied to jdsmitherman's topic in Government

    Tell us how it went! ?

15. Navy Nurse Requirements

    caughtupinthismoment replied to Gwynn0918's topic in Government

    Awesome! I would love to pick your brain. I'm in a pickle now and I'm not sure how to handle it to be honest. ?