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lifeafter40

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  1. NLN or CCNE exemption...

    lifeafter40 replied to Fast2156's topic in Government, Military

    This is a tough situation for you, but there have been several other posters on this forum in similar circumstances... from what I understand, this a non-negotiable issue... bottom line is: no...

  2. Is there really no boot camp?

    lifeafter40 replied to shoebottom's topic in Government, Military

    Also we are assuming that by "nurses" you mean BSN... Nurse Corp Officers... I believe that The military equivalent of LPN are enlisted.. but still

  3. Dream sheet wisdom needed

    lifeafter40 replied to wumpus's topic in Government, Military

    possible it is simply case of the Navy having a greater shortage in other locations, so has closed incoming slots for your location...that would make sense to me

  4. Army/Military Nursing

    lifeafter40 replied to midwesternboy's topic in Government, Military

    I believe you must have a certain number of posts before you can use the PM option...not sure how many it is

  5. Navy Nursing and Ethics

    lifeafter40 replied to R2ndof7's topic in Government, Military

    The reason they don't pay overtime is this: If the Military needs you to work extra hours to meet the demand, then you WILL work the extra hours, you just will not get paid extra for doing so......

  6. Air Force HPSP & Navy NCP questions

    lifeafter40 replied to CarolinaHurricaneFan's topic in Government, Military

    Please note that they will only pay you the stipend for months in which you are enrolled in classes full time...so you will not get the stipend in the summer months unless you are taking a full load...

  7. Army/Military Nursing

    lifeafter40 replied to midwesternboy's topic in Government, Military

    Tallone, welcome to Allnurses! I can not answer all your questions, but unless the Military has changed a lot since I was in, you will not get any extra pay for working overtime... That being said,...

  8. Service choices?

    lifeafter40 replied to JDCitizen's topic in Government, Military

    My choice has been Army...because (mostly) for mu prior Army Service. Aside from that though, I would think that Promotions would come quicker in the Army due to size, same goes for duty station/Nurse...

  9. Navy Nurse Questions

    lifeafter40 replied to belabelisa's topic in Government, Military

    ^ what she said! One other thing to keep in mind though is that if you join the Army as Active duty, I do not know what your chances are of going to San Diego... and especially of staying there (not...

  10. Age Limit for Navy & Air Force Nurses

    lifeafter40 replied to krazykev's topic in Government, Military

    Athena, I did not realize this...great news for some of us Old Farts! All I knew was from I heard others say, that when they went in they had to sign a statement detailing the fact that they would not...

  11. Age Limit for Navy & Air Force Nurses

    lifeafter40 replied to krazykev's topic in Government, Military

    One thing to remember when considering the military at an age over 42 is that (at least for the Army) Mandatory retirement age is 62. Like JD said you can get a waiver to still join after that, but if...

  12. August OBLC

    lifeafter40 replied to OffandRunning's topic in Government, Military

    I can't help but think that a lot of this is lack of information foalls on the recruiter's shoulders. I think they should be able to get you going in the right direction, and at least assist in making...

  13. Starting at (almost) the very beginning...

    lifeafter40 replied to R2ndof7's topic in Government, Military

    You could always apply for a different school, or check out the ROTC program if you are not completely set on Nursing. Good Luck!

  14. Air Force HPSP & Navy NCP questions

    lifeafter40 replied to CarolinaHurricaneFan's topic in Government, Military

    I think that what TLG is saying is that, with the AF, and Army too for that matter, if you decide to go direct commission, then you must complete your BSN on your own, without an upfront guarantee...

  15. August OBLC

    lifeafter40 replied to OffandRunning's topic in Government, Military

    I think the Army likes to see how new Commissioned Officers handle jumping into the unknown. Some people figure it out on their own, others ask and ask until they get the answers they need, or just...

  16. Air Force HPSP & Navy NCP questions

    lifeafter40 replied to CarolinaHurricaneFan's topic in Government, Military

    Welcome, Marc! Sounds like you are already on top of things, there will be others along shortly, I am sure, who can answer most of your questions. One thing to look into when considering bonus...

  17. Undergrad Info on Becoming CRNA in Army Reserves

    lifeafter40 replied to jessica2242's topic in Government, Military

    HI Jes, Welcome to Allnurses! I am not as knowledgeable in this area as some of our other members, but there are a couple of things to factor into your planning. 1. Unless you get it in your contract...

  18. Dress Uniform?

    lifeafter40 posted a topic in Government, Military

    I was just wondering.... Since it is my understanding that the revised AR 670-1 has not yet been released, what are you people that are getting ready for AMEDD OBLC classes this year doing about the...

  19. Is there really no boot camp?

    lifeafter40 replied to shoebottom's topic in Government, Military

    Hi, Shoe. Welcome to Allnurses! Army Officers do not go to the enlisted "Boot Camp". But as a Nurse Corps Officer, you will go to AMEDD OBLC (Officer Basic Leaders Course) You will learn many of the...

  20. Too much time to think...

    lifeafter40 posted a topic in Government, Military

    I understand that a lot of things can be wavered during the commissioning process but, I was just wondering if anyone can give me an idea what kinds of things they look for during the background check...

  21. Too much time to think...

    lifeafter40 replied to lifeafter40's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks for the suggestions, Athena! I remember baby wipes being a must from 30 days at NTC!! I will definitely look up the current Common tasks manual, I think they called it a "smart book" in Basic...

  22. Too much time to think...

    lifeafter40 replied to lifeafter40's topic in Government, Military

    Sorry for double posting, but i thought this would be better than starting a new thread... Anyone who has already been through OBLC have any suggestions for preparations ahead of time? I know that...

  23. Dress Uniform?

    lifeafter40 replied to lifeafter40's topic in Government, Military

    bump I would also like to know if, as an Officer, I will be authorized to wear the Aviation Crewmember Wings that I earned as an Enlisted Soldier?

  24. Anybody in the Army Reserve Nurse Corps?

    lifeafter40 replied to jasonglh's topic in Government, Military

    Welcome! There are others who will be able to answer your questions better than I, but Officer promotion is "competitive." You are given OER's (performance reviews) which go in your file... selection...

  25. Too much time to think...

    lifeafter40 replied to lifeafter40's topic in Government, Military

    Hmmm... I spoke with a SSG Sheradin(sp)... must have had some staff turn