midinphx

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  1. Packing Advice for COT?

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    I didn't fly, I drove. I did keep my service dress in a garment bag in the car. It did get wrinkled a little. Yes, you can iron it, but carefully. I used a hankerchief or a pillow case in between...

  2. USAF COT 11-01

    midinphx replied to Weneferd's topic in Government, Military

    Preparation is the key to less stress at COT. Get as much done as you can. Yes, plenty of people arrived with nothing. I had everything and it made it so much easier. I went in May

  3. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    You really don't need to fill out anything before hand, that I can remember. I was all worried about that too. But everyone doesn't arrive with the same info. You may find yourself much more...

  4. Air Force life

    midinphx replied to bano.bsn's topic in Government, Military

    It's never been diagnosed so it is not a problem. I was prior enlisted army, now I'm an Air Force nurse since May. I can say that COT was nothing like basic, not even comparable. Basic was about...

  5. Air Force Nursing Bonus, Student Loan Repayment

    midinphx replied to missmiss's topic in Government, Military

    Jweave, that 4.5 years buys you that much time (they think of you as that much younger than you are). 42 is the easy cut off age, no waiver or problem. 47 is the highest age limit, though I don't...

  6. Air Force Nursing Bonus, Student Loan Repayment

    midinphx replied to missmiss's topic in Government, Military

    Mine just showed up in my bank account one day. A good thing since my pay is still not right! lol. MT, I would just wait a bit more, but ask your supervisor there at NTP where you should call if...

  7. Experienced ICU thinking about Air Force

    midinphx replied to bryango's topic in Government, Military

    Getting my band assignment is just part of the orientation process. Generally, it is not for awhile. I just am eager to go. There are several from my unit in Afghanistan right now. I'm hoping I...

  8. Experienced ICU thinking about Air Force

    midinphx replied to bryango's topic in Government, Military

    I'm at Lackland in San Antonio. It's hot and humid here, different than Phoenix though. There are trees and it's really pretty. In ICU here, we generally get 2 patients. There are also techs, which...

  9. Experienced ICU thinking about Air Force

    midinphx replied to bryango's topic in Government, Military

    hubs... I'm from Phx. Is Sgt Freeman your recruiter? Is your interview out at Luke with Col Eaves? Col Eaves was awsome. He is still keeping an eye on me via e-mail. I just went through COT. 14...

  10. Experienced ICU thinking about Air Force

    midinphx replied to bryango's topic in Government, Military

    There is one nurse who came in with the ICU identifier with only 6 months experience. The nurses who go through the ICU fellowship with the Air Force take a really intense class for a year for this...

  11. FOR COT CLASS 10-03 - last minute unsolicited advice

    midinphx replied to carolinapooh's topic in Government, Military

    Yep. If you're sleepy, stand up. It's a much better option than being found drowsying off. lol. When you get your offer for a commission, it will tell you where your first assignment will be and...

  12. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    I bet your mom turns into your biggest supporter and sends you tons of care packages!

  13. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    You can just write your name on with a sharpie marker for all they care. lol. I know you are worrying about every little detail! I did it too. Planning ahead made a huge difference and being...

  14. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    Get the flashlight with cone there (yes you do need it). The rubbermaid is for keeping any prepackaged single food items that you take (keep down potential bug problems). Any black dress socks work....

  15. FOR COT CLASS 10-03 - last minute unsolicited advice

    midinphx replied to carolinapooh's topic in Government, Military

    Yes. Buy the

  16. Student Considering Air Force Nursing

    midinphx replied to sarah8311's topic in Government, Military

    I don't have all the answers for that question. It depends alot on experience, what type of area you work, and how that department supports different missions. I'm at Lackland in the ICU. My chance...

  17. Student Considering Air Force Nursing

    midinphx replied to sarah8311's topic in Government, Military

    Do would not plan on coming into the service if you do not want to deploy. They do vary. There are 3 or 4 nurses from my unit in Afghanistan right now. There are also oppertunities to do...

  18. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    Don't forget your shot records! I got 5 in one day. I didn't have the proof that I got my H1N1 and flu in October (thought season was over, so didn't think I needed it). I got those plus the Tdap,...

  19. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    On that Thursday, there is an awards ceremony inside an auditorium. Our class was allowed to go see their family that evening. Then at 10am the next day was the parade (hot! wear comfy cool clothes...

  20. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    As a captain, definately expect to be in a leadership position at least at the flight level. I did some things wrong, namely I didn't take care of my own needs and relax and de-stress. Number 1 is...

  21. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    There are lots of extra little duty jobs at COT. You WILL do something. The first day the ADO had all the captains and above fallout an form up in another spot. (I was moving quickly and some fool...

  22. Relocating with family questions (AF nurses)

    midinphx replied to AFFam's topic in Government, Military

    You do not have to move 2 times. You set up your move with TMO, now it is even done online. They pack up your house and will store it for up to 90 days until you have a place. Once you find a home,...

  23. Relocating with family questions (AF nurses)

    midinphx replied to AFFam's topic in Government, Military

    I haven't gotten my bonus yet. I was told by others who have gotten it that it just appears in your account one day. I'm looking forward to that. My pay is still messed up. I'm getting much less...

  24. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    There are NO perks to the commissioning date. lol. I wasn't pleased about being front of the line. I was the group commander. That did not correlate with my plan of blending in and not being...

  25. US Air Force COT 10-06

    midinphx replied to luvbug080688's topic in Government, Military

    I hope you had fun on your shopping trip! lol. It can be fun or frustrating depending on how one approaches it.... come to think of it, I guess all things are that way. Attitude is everything....