patMBA

patMBA has 20 years experience and specializes in Med/Surg, Case Manag, Surgery.

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1. do you get to choose your specialty

   patMBA replied to NursePamela's topic in Government, Military

   What is the usual criteria for selecting a specialty. I work in the OR. I do not have certification but have worked in the area for 4 years. Do you get them to say in writing this is your specialty...

2. Roll Call for all Military and VA Nurses and those considering the Service

   patMBA replied to RNPATL's topic in Government, Military

   Thanks for your response. Any reason why you would recommend the Navy over Army? How does the military decide what rank you are when you join? I know all RN's are officers but what rank options are...

3. Any nurse recruiters out there?

   patMBA replied to jenni82104's topic in Michigan Nursing

   While I'm not a recruiter, I am a Director and make the hiring decision. While many managers prefer a BSN, it is not always mandatory. If the nurse does not have this, I do inquire what thier...

4. Roll Call for all Military and VA Nurses and those considering the Service

   patMBA replied to RNPATL's topic in Government, Military

   First post, Hello everyone. I am an RN with 20 years exerience. I was an LPN and then got my ADN in 1991. I have a BA and MBA in Business. Next month I should finish my BSN! yeah. I talked with a...