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  1. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    Your detailer is the person that arranges your orders to your duty stations. You can speak with your detailer to "negotiate" meaning for your particular job what locations is open that will still...

  2. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    I formerly was active duty Navy enlisted. At the time my kids were 5 and 6 years old. My kids remained with my parents during boot camp and subsequent training school, but when it was all over I...

  3. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    I think Just Cause just put it all in a nutshell, and would concur that it would be impossible to get your BSN while enlisted unless you apply to a program that would allow you to focus on your degree...

  4. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    I put down Portsmouth Naval Hosp, VA as my first North Carolina, and then Bethesda. I will definitely keep you posted. I agree it is good to know

  5. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    Hey guys, Thanks for the encouragement:rcgtku:. March will probably be warmer. I talked with my recruiter today she admitted she just plain ol' forgot about the form. so I believe that things will...

  6. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    Sassysailor, AAGGGGHHHHH!!!!:scrm: I got a call from my recruiter today telling me is missing some paperwork. We just went over everything last week and she told me we had all we needed. Now, since...

  7. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    I started running and working out in December. I will be taking a swim class in Feb. I am trying to prepare as much as possible. How long did it take YOU after the board meeting that you get your...

  8. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    Hey Jordaa!!! I am so happy to know that all is going well with you in Bethesda. I am currently waiting for the board date of Jan 28 or 29th. My packet was sent off on Friday and I hope to have it go...

  9. Do you sign "RN' after your name OUTSIDE of the hospital?

    lubdubRN replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah I must admit I was ready to fire "RN" out of every writing utensil I used to signed my name with when I passed my boards, but then said....Nah!!! But I too have done it on

  10. I'm having trouble dealing.....long, sorry

    lubdubRN replied to edisongirl25's topic in General Nursing

    Nurses take care of others, however we are infamous for feeling guilt or playing the "I'm fine" card, when it comes down to us needing to be taken care of. There's only one of you...take good care of...

  11. Medically Disqualified

    lubdubRN replied to Finalapproach's topic in Government, Military

    I just yesterday went to MEPS. I was recommended for a waiver. How long does this process usually take? I was kind of nervous when they wrote disqualified...then the final review recommended

  12. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    Thank you Jordaa and Just cause....I will be sure to ask about the board meeting dates...I feel better knowing that its less than the 90 days I was told!! Oh one more question... the MEPS...

  13. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    Sassysailor, How is it going for

  14. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    I am in the process of gathering my packet. I have filled out the clearance form (pheeeewww!!!) and have done the interviews. I have been cleared for a physical for next week Dec 18. My original...

  15. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks Just cause....yes I am currently in the process of applying. I met with a recruiter and she sent me the paperwork to get started. Man its a lot!!!! but I am on

  16. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    I know this is a Super Old post but I have been reading you responses to members and I think you are a great resouce. I am prior enlisted Navy...8 years ago. I have since graduated from nursing school...

  17. Navy Officer Nurse Corp

    lubdubRN replied to MaleRNstudent21's topic in Government, Military

    Jordaa, I know this is an old post, but I was just wondering how long did the process for the Nurse Corps take? I am a civilian nurse interested in being a navy

  18. Advice for new grad starting CCU

    lubdubRN replied to jane24's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    You know, I have heard the "go the med/surg floor first and get your feet wet before you go the unit." I chose to go to the unit-Cardiac Surgery ICU. They have an intern program in place for new...

  19. Got through my first day.... but I'm scared to DEATH

    lubdubRN replied to PatricksRNMommy's topic in Cardiac

    Hi there, I am also a new grad. I take my boards Thursday! I will be starting orientation in 2 weeks in Cardiac Surgery ICU. I worked there as a Care Partner (CNA on steroids role) for two years and...

  20. Giving Baths At Night. Agree Or Disagree?

    lubdubRN replied to kmwlpn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I disagree with giving baths at night unless its an ICU setting as well. Have we gotten so task oriented that we have forgotten basic human need ie