cajos

That may be so sassysailor, but it affords invaluable experience with support and molds for independent/interdependent practice

Recommend you not move your family (especially if you have to move children) for Phase I . Although it is considered a PCS move, and the Army works with you on assignments, you won't know where you will do your Phase II and where your first duty station will be.

The roles in the Army are different - none includes "shooting people". A nurse in the Army is responsible for taking care of the sick.

I am an active duty Army Nurse Corps Officer, and have been for the past 18 years. My initial intent was to join the military for 4 years and return to my civilian job, but here I am! There is much to be gained from being a military nurse. The opportunities to grow personally and professionally are endless. There are numerous avenues to pursue your interests in the personal, clinical and educational arenas because of the well-established military career path, and the support and mentorship that are available. Not only would you get exposure to a variety of nursing situations, but you would do so at a variety of locations! What other nursing agency would provide you such opportunities while giving you the opportunity to fulfill a patriotic duty? Good luck in your decision! I hope you consider joining the Army team :)