SanDgroovy

SanDgroovy

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  1. Do Navy Nurse Reserve OFFICERS have to complete boot camp?

    SanDgroovy replied to BorgQueen1701's topic in Government, Military

    US Navy Reserve Officers (Nurse Corp) will have to complete DCO school in Rhode Island, it is 12 days

  2. Navy Nurse and Active or Reserve

    SanDgroovy replied to GuelnRn's topic in Government, Military

    I'm in the Reserves, from what I've heard and experienced, both AD and Reserves nursing are competitive for all branches. I like having the best of both worlds (military life and civilian life) and I...

  3. Information about joining the Navy Nurse Reserves

    SanDgroovy replied to amy0123's topic in Government, Military

    I also wonder if you were talking to an Enlistment recruiter. I'm in the US Navy Reserves, I was selected as an Officer and as a NURSE, though competitive, I did not have to take an exam to be...

  4. What job can I get with Exercise Science and Nursing Degree

    SanDgroovy replied to namazonian's topic in Nursing Career

    Another RN here with BS Exercise & Sports Science! I returned to school to earn a BSN. Currently work in ER but also work a few times a month PRN in fitness/wellness. I find it refreshing to have...

  5. Passed the CEN

    SanDgroovy replied to TraciRN's topic in Emergency

    Congrats!!

  6. if you had to do it all over again, what profession would u choose?

    SanDgroovy replied to johnnyDoGood's topic in General Nursing

    I would love to be a FBI

  7. The BCEN and I

    SanDgroovy replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    Congrats!!

  8. Thinking about joining the Navy reserve, need advice

    SanDgroovy replied to jmeng's topic in Government, Military

    Hi, I'm an ER RN, I can't offer much advice since I'm waiting on my kit to make it to board selection myself but can try to answer what I can since I had a lot of the same questions! Since 2008, I've...

  9. Navy Nurse Candidate Program - Interview Tips

    SanDgroovy replied to bleemme's topic in Government, Military

    I had a peer interview for the Navy Reserves with Officer Navy Nurses. Although I was a nervous wreck, the interview wasn't bad. They asked questions about me, why the Navy, goals, and nursing. Good...

  10. Before you join...

    SanDgroovy replied to TripleM33's topic in Government, Military

    As a RN who's trying to join the Reserves Nurse Corps, I appreciate the honesty. I often read about the benefits & rewards, but I don't often hear about the insider stuff or the downside. Thank...

  11. Pros and Cons of Army/Navy Reserves Nursing

    SanDgroovy replied to ElmsBlazer2010's topic in Government, Military

    Would love to hear more about Navy Reserves myself!! I'm trying to get in, crossing my

  12. 12 hour shifts and weight/exercise.

    SanDgroovy replied to NurseFrustrated's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm really into exercise, health, and wellness so I don't let the 12 hour shifts get in the way of my fitness (I also have another part time job)!! Fitness was my 1st career, so I'm passionate about...

  13. Navy Nurse Corp Officer Opportunites in the Navy Reserve

    SanDgroovy replied to kambav34's topic in Government, Military

    I have been working with a GA Navy Reserve recruiter. I've been extremely busy but should be done with my packet in the next couple weeks once I gather a few more documents. I've done the physical,...

  14. Eglin AFB

    SanDgroovy replied to aniko743's topic in Government, Military

    Congrats!! I grew up in that area-actually born on that base. You'll love the beaches. I'm not in the AF but trying to join Navy Reserves. If you have any specific questions about the area, I will try...

  15. Is it possible to be a fit nurse?

    SanDgroovy replied to Crystal112's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Yes-it's possible!! Kudos to everyone who makes the time for their health and wellbeing. I work with several RNs who are on P90x or starting, and I see the changes in everyone!! I work out several...

  16. Navy Reserve Nursing

    SanDgroovy replied to orchid02's topic in Government, Military

    Anyone on this board in the Navy Reserves? I am interested in the Navy Reserves as well! In the process of applying

  17. Navy nurse? Yay/nay?

    SanDgroovy replied to Donnuh's topic in Government, Military

    I agree, I am a civilian RN (hopefully that will change this year, looking into reserves). Coworkers and patients have crossed the line w/ me and other women in my facility. My friend who is a...

  18. How long until I stop feeling stupid?

    SanDgroovy replied to mb20and151's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am just now starting to feel things are clicking, but every week, still have "DUH" moments here and there or I will give a med I've never given and will have to look it up. I work with an awesome RN...

  19. Am I alone?

    SanDgroovy replied to 1uvakindmom's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I graduated Dec 08 and got my license in March 09, and still feel like a "new grad" on nights that I administer medications that I've never given (drips) or have orders for procedures I've never done...

  20. Is nursing your second career?

    SanDgroovy replied to LeLeeFNP's topic in General Nursing

    My 1st degree was a BS Exercise & Sports Sciences. I was in the fitness/health industry full time for about 3 yrs before I decided to get my BSN (chose BSN in case I wanted to get a MSN). I always...

  21. interviewing with NP and Chief Nurse (air force)

    SanDgroovy replied to mt_nurse's topic in Government, Military

    When I was in the process of going active duty for AF, I had a face to face interview with a chief nurse. She was very nice and asked great questions but she kept in mind I was a new grad so my...

  22. Can anyone in the military answer my question?

    SanDgroovy replied to amfc's topic in Government, Military

    I just saw a recruiter and filled out medical paperwork while there and one of the questions included asthma. From my understanding, you would need a medical waiver from your

  23. Recruiters

    SanDgroovy posted a topic in Government, Military

    Hi all! I graduated in Dec 08 and I'm currently an ER RN in a level II trauma center, I love it. I'm an AF brat and love the military lifestyle. I decided last year I want to join after earning my...

  24. Recruiters

    SanDgroovy replied to SanDgroovy's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks for the advice guys! I am in GA, I filled out the online forms for all branches awhile ago. I also called those 1800 #s but the online help seemed to know only about enlisted opportunities. I...

  25. Georgia Baptist College of Nursing Fall 2009

    SanDgroovy replied to GaMommy81's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Atlanta Medical is Level II Trauma center, I love it there! As of now, Grady (level I) is not closing its