wanttobeanavynurse

wanttobeanavynurse

Pediatrics: Neuro/Ortho/Trauma, Now ER

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  1. Help with bolus enteral feedings

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to nocangel2's topic in Pediatric

    The unit I work on has a lot of kids with bolus feeds. We rinse and reuse bags for 24 hrs, and we make sure formula doesn't sit in the bag for very long. For continuous feeds, we only put 4hrs worth...

  2. I know it's not going to happen

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to crazylilkelly's topic in Government, Military

    Have faith! I've heard they'll give waivers for all sorts of stuff for nurses, since they're needed so badly. I'm 90% done with my Navy application and need 2 waivers. One for depression and one for...

  3. kiddos

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to crazylilkelly's topic in Government, Military

    He was a storekeeper. All but one or two of his deployments happened before I was even born. From what I remember, he was a Chief when I was really young, and then became a Senior Chief, and retired...

  4. kiddos

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to crazylilkelly's topic in Government, Military

    I don't have kids, but I was a Navy brat. The funny thing is, I never moved!!! My dad was stationed at Norfolk (or immediate surrounding area) from the time I was born until I was 10. Looking back, i...

  5. LPN!?! Where do I go from there?

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to Princesshawty's topic in Government, Military

    As far as I know, if you want to be a Nurse in the navy you need your BSN. I'm guessing that LPNs in the Navy are hospital corspmen, in which case you would be enlisted, and not an officer. You could...

  6. Personal References - HELP!

    wanttobeanavynurse posted a topic in Government, Military

    So I'm working on my application for the Navy. I need three personal references. I can get people at my work to do this (managers, educators, clinical specialists...etc). The information packet...

  7. Navy Officer Indoctrination School tips

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to navygirl's topic in Government, Military

    The website for OIS/ODS mentions a 5 minute prone float. I think that's what you might be referring

  8. Application Process - How long does it take?

    wanttobeanavynurse posted a topic in Government, Military

    OK, so pending a few minor details, I'm set on joining the Navy. I want every bit of nursing experience I have to count, so I'm waiting for my 2-year mark which will be the end of July. Husband...

  9. Application Process - How long does it take?

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to wanttobeanavynurse's topic in Government, Military

    I thought that 2 years experience would give me 1 year credit towards promotion. so, I would only have to be in for a year until being promoted to LTJG. That's the impression I got from a recruiter,...

  10. Application Process - How long does it take?

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to wanttobeanavynurse's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks for your response, PedsBSN-RN. I hope all goes well with your application! I think my target date is now July 31, since I'll have my two years of nursing experience by then. Hopefully it won't...

  11. ~Navy Nurse WannaBe~

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to Princesshawty's topic in Government, Military

    Well, I did say to correct me if I was wrong, but really...your reply could have been more tactful. On the other hand, I should have made my answer clearer, as in Nurses are typically not on the front...

  12. What is the Meaning?.......

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to Princesshawty's topic in Government, Military

    NROTC is the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps, and is a college program that prepares you to be comissioned as an officer after college graduation. Here is the website: http://www.nrotc.navy.mil...

  13. ~Navy Nurse WannaBe~

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to Princesshawty's topic in Government, Military

    I'm not a navy nurse yet but I have done plenty of research, plus I'm a Navy brat, so I grew up around military. It is wonderful that your husband is so supportive. Mine is too...he bugs me every day...

  14. what pediatric specialty do you have?

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to labrador4122's topic in Pediatric

    I work on a specialty floor with Trauma, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and neurology patients. Overflow too, i.e.

  15. Child Life Specialists Do You Have Them Where You Work/What Do You Think Of Them

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to lpnstudentin2010's topic in Pediatric

    I know all about Primary Children's!!! There is a fantastic Child Life program there. Each unit has their own child life specialist and there are others on-call if needed. They help prepare patients...

  16. Child Abuse

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to yarncrogirl's topic in Pediatric

    I work in a peds hospital on a trauma unit and see non-accidental traumas. I have learned to take a step back and separate myself from feelings of anger and resentment. I focus on the child and...

  17. Vacation - checking out Navy Hospitals

    wanttobeanavynurse posted a topic in Government, Military

    Hi guys I'm going on a trip in April and will be in the Washington DC area as well as Norfolk area. It's a much needed vacation and I will be visiting my dad and stepmom (who both happen to be retired...

  18. Vacation - checking out Navy Hospitals

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to wanttobeanavynurse's topic in Government, Military

    That's too funny. My vacation dates are April 10-20, and I'll only be in D.C. the 12-14 (plus or minus one day). Thanks for your willingness to meet with me though. I really appreciate it. And thanks...

  19. Prior experience and entering rank

    wanttobeanavynurse replied to wanttobeanavynurse's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks so much for your reply! I can see how entering as an O-2 would be difficult, seeing I would have no idea what an O-1 does. I am trying to get a certification in Peds, but that in itself is a...

  20. Prior experience and entering rank

    wanttobeanavynurse posted a topic in Government, Military

    I have two years of pediatric nursing experience (specialized med/surg = neuro/ortho/trauma). Does that mean anything when going into the Navy? Any chance I could enter as an O-2? Can stay in peds or...

  21. Hoping to Join the Navy...but...

    wanttobeanavynurse posted a topic in Government, Military

    So I've finally come to the decision to join the Navy and become a Navy Nurse. I couldn't be more excited!! Then I remembered some of my past medical history that I hope is not going to haunt me....