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just_cause BSN, RN

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  1. USPHS

    ... from my understanding the number of interviews will be based on how many slots you apply to and their need... as USPHS conducts interviews at the agency level and they make the choice to 'select'...
  2. "Can I speak to you for a second?"

    ... if I were in your shoes.. I'd suck it up and not get caught up in the emotional side of it.. and focus on my clinical portion. Sounds like a lot of energy is wasted on worrying about the...
  3. How is nursing situation in Tri City area??

    in the recent past other posters have mentioned that it can be hard to find an RN job based on the large density of nursing schools in the area... but that is anecdotal I have no real 1st hand info on...
  4. Navy Nurse Corps...has anybody heard anything?

    Do you know when the board date is? Regardless of when submitted..I'd try to pester to find the board date. Results from that point are very fast.
  5. CAC cards/ Military ID info

    ...just another incentive not to misplace
  6. SPSCC applied for Fall start 2009!

    good luck with your application
  7. Going to take the plunge and go Army Reserve

    Kev, best of luck on working with your recruiter and completing the initial steps towards your commission. The credit isn't so much any issue for anything except the security clearance... and the...
  8. My understanding... all from hearsay... is that within the past year they have undergone significant changes due to new management and have made significant improvements within the workplace for both...
  9. Navy or Air Force?

    Each branch has a school that will basically orient you to the military.. how to wear your uniform.. custom and courtesies, etc. The training will be physical at times but is not in your face as...
  10. Renee, Where did you see it advertised that the residency was occurring? They did the initial run earlier this year... and it is not feasible. A year of training for nurses that have a turnover...
  11. Navy or Air Force?

    I think that in 'many' situations being a nurse within ANY service is much closer then being a nurse in the Army compared to other Army jobs.. and same with Navy and AF... my 2 cents :) We have...
  12. The one year residency - from my understanding - will likely not continue.. and was only available to a small initial test group of nurses. That being said you still (and they always have) provided...
  13. My advice.. is if you think the physical might be the area where you could be disqualified - or the area that would hold you back... backplan to see how long your classes would take to get bsn and...
  14. 3 Year commitment for Army Reserves?

    Krazy, check out this forum and Goarmy.com to get an overview of the benefits and requirements etc. http://www.goarmy.com/amedd/nurse/corps_benefits.jsp Yup that is a true option.. remember it's up to...
  15. 3 Year commitment for Army Reserves?

    Is this with any bonuses or loan
  16. Reserves before AD?

    do you want to attend the Army's (interservice) CRNA school specifically? Are you wanting to be in the military as a nurse - or trying to become a CRNA... which is the top priority for you? if you...
  17. Should I join the Air Force with a family?

    It seems you have every option to do so.... it depends if you want to serve in the AF or not - your family and kids sound supportive.... sounds like the choice is yours. (I would... :)
  18. In WA the RN licensing paperwork should show that the 7-hour HIV class is required. There is a link of online programs from the WA state page that range from in class training to online training.
  19. Benefits of LPN over RN?

    I would recommend doing the RN initially if you can - this will provide a greater financial return, greater job flexibility, and you can then work on your BSN through a distance program or hospital...
  20. RN-BSN for person with BA in another specialty

    I looked into this as well... straight into entry level MSN. There are a LOT of options. The reason I chose an alternate route is the majority of entry level MSN programs are more geared to CNL or...
  21. Uw & Wsu Bsn Applicants 2009

    Poly.. I've looked up some older threads and every person I found who applied a second time had been accepted.. I think a break and more experience sounds like a great plan for school and for personal...
  22. RN-BSN for person with BA in another specialty

    Go to AACN's website.. they have listings of accelerated BSNs as well as BSNs for those with prior BS/BA that is not in nursing. I think for many scenarios the cost of getting an ADN (for those with...
  23. Potential Army Nurse

    Boston, You can use this map - http://www.armymedicine.army.mil/hc/mtfs.html click the different regions and look for the 'med centers' those are the first duty station choices for you.... even...
  24. New Air Force recruiting?

    .... Recruiter will facilitate your application - July sounds fine to start paperwork. I would just try and do the things on your side of the house - such as a letter of ref, personal statement,...
  25. FNP and National Guard

    Have you looked into the