jeckrn

jeckrn BSN, RN

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  1. Active duty AF at 47 years old

    jeckrn replied to renu47's topic in Government, Military

    you will need to check on the retirment. I do not know if you will be able to stay on active long enough to retire unless you have prior

  2. Need advice,,, Quit my job and go for it? or go slow?

    jeckrn replied to NursePamela's topic in Government, Military

    I agree just cause has it right. There will be times that the recruiter will come back to have paperwork clairified. Plan on 6-8 months before you hear back from the board, the process is not hard...

  3. What's it like being a Navy Nurse?

    jeckrn replied to TopazLPN's topic in Government, Military

    The 1st few years the civilian world pays more, but in the long run the military pays more. As a new nurse your base salary would be 2655 Housing around 1000-1200 depending on where you live Food 223...

  4. Need advice,,, Quit my job and go for it? or go slow?

    jeckrn replied to NursePamela's topic in Government, Military

    When will you be graduating? If it is next spring, start the process now. You can apply upto 1 year early, with the length of time it takes you will not be boarded until sometime in the fall

  5. Need advice,,, Quit my job and go for it? or go slow?

    jeckrn replied to NursePamela's topic in Government, Military

    Your employer can not refuse your leave of absence. Military service is covered by USERRA (Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act) which basicly states that they have to hold a...

  6. Anyone visiting Ft. Sam Houston, Texas in May for BAMC tour and physical?

    jeckrn replied to Renee4christ's topic in Government, Military

    just replied to her thread in this one. thats

  7. Anyone visiting Ft. Sam Houston, Texas in May for BAMC tour and physical?

    jeckrn replied to Renee4christ's topic in Government, Military

    Pattyrn- sounds like you have joined the reserves, what type of unit is the 7228?. For bringing your dog it will depend on where they are sending you. If you are being deployed overseas, that will...

  8. RN grad, applying to Army Nurse Reserves.. advice!

    jeckrn replied to PSULeila's topic in Government, Military

    I was in the 339th CSH which is located in Erie, transfered about a 1 1/2yr ago for career reasons. Good group of people, enjoyed my time with them. Do not believe you have to worry about deployment...

  9. RN grad, applying to Army Nurse Reserves.. advice!

    jeckrn replied to PSULeila's topic in Government, Military

    please call me, I live in Jamestown & work in Erie.

  10. Anyone visiting Ft. Sam Houston, Texas in May for BAMC tour and physical?

    jeckrn replied to Renee4christ's topic in Government, Military

    I went back in December, was a little cold but not bad. Enjoyed the tour, the Center for the Intrepid is unbelievable with what we can do for our wounded service members. If you have nevere be...

  11. Navy or Air Force?

    jeckrn replied to futurern123's topic in Government, Military

    You need to explore the pros & cons of each service and find the one that fits good for you. After you choose plan it taking some time before you get an answer 6-8 months after you start the...

  12. Navy Nurse Corps...has anybody heard anything?

    jeckrn replied to Lace_09's topic in Government, Military

    Dont worry about bugging your recruiter, that is their job, if you keep on them, when the results come out they will be sure to call you. I would call your recruiter weekly until you here. Good

  13. Army boards?

    jeckrn replied to LZRN's topic in Government, Military

    If you went to the March board you should have heard by now. If it is the April board anytime now. The results usally are released 10-14 days after they meet. You need to call your recruiter. Good...

  14. Reserves before AD?

    jeckrn replied to Eileen2010's topic in Government, Military

    I just reviewed the Nurse Corp site and packets for 2010 course are due last month with selection board this

  15. Need advice,,, Quit my job and go for it? or go slow?

    jeckrn replied to NursePamela's topic in Government, Military

    With the time frame to get your commission I would stick it out and keep going the way you are. The reason is because just in case something happens unexpected along the

  16. Need advice,,, Quit my job and go for it? or go slow?

    jeckrn replied to NursePamela's topic in Government, Military

    Have you thought of reserve so you can have the both of best

  17. Need advice,,, Quit my job and go for it? or go slow?

    jeckrn replied to NursePamela's topic in Government, Military

    This is one only you can answer. slow down take a deep breath, think of all the pros & cons of each option. Once you do this you will be able to make your decision. Have you spoke with a...

  18. AF Nurse

    jeckrn replied to baylokry's topic in Government, Military

    look at all your options and what your long term goals are. Only make your decision after you feel you are able to make an informed

  19. medical hx???

    jeckrn replied to NYnur2010's topic in Government, Military

    could not agree more. If you do not try you will not know. Like the NY lottery use to say "hey, you never

  20. Active Duty w/ kiddos

    jeckrn replied to Staczse7's topic in Government, Military

    I am not a single parent but can see how it would be a pain to get someone to sign. It doesn't suprise me about people giving up custody then pulling it

  21. Active Duty w/ kiddos

    jeckrn replied to Staczse7's topic in Government, Military

    I know of single parents having costody of the children but they have to have a family care plan for who will take care of the children if they are deployed. Just like with duel military parents who...

  22. medical hx???

    jeckrn replied to NYnur2010's topic in Government, Military

    Asthma is a big no go, but like athena55 stated it can get waived. The big think about ashtma is when was the last time you had an attack and do you take medications for it. If you had any asthma...

  23. Reserves before AD?

    jeckrn replied to Eileen2010's topic in Government, Military

    I understand where your recruiter is coming from. -There is no guarantee that you will get in the OBLC reserve class in the spring. -If you take a reserve commission you have to reapply for an...

  24. NP considering Army Reserves

    jeckrn replied to PsychNPCNS's topic in Government, Military

    The base pay is for an O2 with less then 2 years of military

  25. NP considering Army Reserves

    jeckrn replied to PsychNPCNS's topic in Government, Military

    Like LA40 stated the military is not for everyone and there is nothing wrong with that. As far as pay goes the following is from DFAS (the money people) website for a 1LT (O2) 1 drill- $101.96 4...