midinphx

midinphx BSN

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  1. Before you join...

    midinphx replied to TripleM33's topic in Government, Military

    I have to second your motion. Too many people seem to ask "what is in it for me?" Wrong question. I joined the Air Force in May after 14 years of civilian nursing. I was just amazed at how many...

  2. Air Force -- a rewarding path for a nursing student?

    midinphx replied to swtcaligurl's topic in Government, Military

    I think the support and training the new grads get is really amazing in the Air Force. On the civilian side of nursing, it can be dog eat dog. I haven't seen that from my AF nurses. I did 14 years...

  3. USAF COT 11-01

    midinphx replied to Weneferd's topic in Government, Military

    I'm at Lackland. It is fully stocked. But sometimes they run out of sizes. Usual stuff will be there. But the new nice PT gear was hard to get in smaller sizes the other day. Ask for help! And...

  4. USAF COT 11-01

    midinphx replied to Weneferd's topic in Government, Military

    I would also highly suggest that you button all buttons and cut off any strings. keep nailclippers in your pocket to get any strings that like to crop up just before inspection. and practice getting...

  5. Who is doing/did your AF Commissioning?

    midinphx replied to danegerous's topic in Government, Military

    If you don't have someone you know, don't worry, the recruiter will make it happen. I had the colonel who did my interview do it. He and I have kept in touch, and he's turned into a great

  6. USAF COT 11-01

    midinphx replied to Weneferd's topic in Government, Military

    Joy, It will all come together. It always does. TMO can do a next day pickup or you can have someone else do as there with poa to do it for you. Plan the best you can. Pack and get ready for COT...

  7. Question about AFI36-2903

    midinphx replied to The Little Greek's topic in Government, Military

    You may wear your awards on your jacket only. Officers do not wear their ribbons on the shirt of blues. Don't even bother asking. Can wear the nurse badge though. We were not required mess dress...

  8. USAF COT 11-01

    midinphx replied to Weneferd's topic in Government, Military

    Get used to that! Paperwork does not improve by getting your packet done. I finished one checklist, just to get a couple more. It is never ending. Just keep smiling and filling out your same...

  9. Commissioning and AF Sign-On Bonus

    midinphx replied to bsnkaty's topic in Government, Military

    I agree with CRF above. I came in for 4 years with the 30,000 bonus. But I should have done 3 for 20,000. Then I could resign in 3 and get 20,000 a year after that initial 3 years. I came in with...

  10. Air Force journey update!! Info needed about Wright-Patterson Chief Nurse Interview.

    midinphx replied to fitRNpic's topic in Government, Military

    Congrats! Start holding your breath. lol. The wait will seem

  11. Buying Uniforms

    midinphx replied to AFFam's topic in Government, Military

    It is really hard to get the ID before COT. You don't need the id for the POA paperwork. Jag can help with the POA stuff. But I think if your name is on his orders, you will have no problems with...

  12. Air Force journey update!! Info needed about Wright-Patterson Chief Nurse Interview.

    midinphx replied to fitRNpic's topic in Government, Military

    I know how you feel. Literally. lol. I turned my paperwork in finalized on October 28th. I don't think I heard back until end of March. Be forewarned. I think if you have gotten so far that you...

  13. Buying Uniforms

    midinphx replied to AFFam's topic in Government, Military

    Actually, if he has commissioned and has those papers as well, they should let him in. I had no problem getting uniforms with just my commissioning papers at Luke AFB. Also, when you sign in at the...

  14. Air Force journey update!! Info needed about Wright-Patterson Chief Nurse Interview.

    midinphx replied to fitRNpic's topic in Government, Military

    Congrats. Feels good to get that done, doesn't it? I had a great experience on my interview. But I can't say that I have anything to do with the chief nurse here. lol. I'm on nights for now. So...

  15. Air Force journey update!! Info needed about Wright-Patterson Chief Nurse Interview.

    midinphx replied to fitRNpic's topic in Government, Military

    Sit up straight and don't fidget. Definately plan on sharing why you want to serve and why you are such a great candidate. Know the Air Force values. And think how they impact your everyday life....

  16. Commissioning and AF Sign-On Bonus

    midinphx replied to bsnkaty's topic in Government, Military

    Definately BADGER your recruiter. It's your life and your money. That recruiter works for you. You will never see or hear from him/her again after you leave for the Air Force. And if there is no...

  17. Just started my paperwork!

    midinphx replied to AF_RN_Hopeful's topic in Government, Military

    Full pushups. No cheating. They count when your elbows make 90 degrees. The tests are now graded by contractors, and they don't count poor form. I didn't think there was enough PT at COT. Ensure...

  18. Commissioning and AF Sign-On Bonus

    midinphx replied to bsnkaty's topic in Government, Military

    Congratulations!! Very exciting. I got the bonus. It is in your paperwork that you signed. Read it again and look for accession bonus. The bonus just gets deposited in your bank account without...

  19. waiting, Air Force Nurse Corps

    midinphx replied to Wac44's topic in Government, Military

    Why does everyone try so hard to get out of NTP? It is a great program. I didn't get that option since I've been a nurse for 14 years when I joined. But a friend of mine was a nurse for a year and...

  20. MEPS over 40 physical

    midinphx replied to lucy18's topic in Government, Military

    When I went, I was not told that I needed my mammo and pap results. I had them, but at a file at home. I left MEPS without my stamp of approval. GRRR.... I got with my recruiter immediately as I...

  21. AF Nursing, yes or no?

    midinphx replied to JanetSmithRN's topic in Government, Military

    I'm transfering up to your unit Pooh!! lol. No, I am actually loving my unit I've been here 2 months and am feeling part of the team, rather than some outsider. One thing nice in the military is...

  22. New Fiscal Year Decisions

    midinphx replied to New1LT's topic in Government, Military

    Lunah, you'll be in! It's just a matter of when. Hang

  23. AF Nursing, yes or no?

    midinphx replied to JanetSmithRN's topic in Government, Military

    When I put my paperwork in, I had expected to go in Jan. nope... March?! nope.... Yes in May. It is a huge decision and adventure so I think it is ok to be scared. It is a life change and a full...

  24. AF Nursing, yes or no?

    midinphx replied to JanetSmithRN's topic in Government, Military

    My kids are older too. 20 and 14. I think I would have a really hard time if they were younger. At this age, the phone works as a way to keep the relationship intact in between visits. Now, I'm an...

  25. AF Nursing, yes or no?

    midinphx replied to JanetSmithRN's topic in Government, Military

    I don't want to change your mind. Far from it. I just want to ensure folks know what they may find. My schedule is such that we have 3 day weekends on week and a 3day weekend work week the next....