midinphx

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  1. Joining the military as a nurse

    midinphx replied to jvacc's topic in Government, Military

    As a parent who came in with my children aged 20 and 13 at the time, I think you should know that it still effects your kids more than you expect. I thought it would be no problem for them. I will...

  2. Air Force COT May 2014

    midinphx replied to tinap311's topic in Government, Military

    I did COT June 2010. It was hot. Drink lots of water. I went directly to San Antonio from cot. We graduated Friday and I checked in Monday. There is a bid difference AF ICU from civilian. I would...

  3. Air Force COT May 2014

    midinphx replied to tinap311's topic in Government, Military

    Congrats and welcome to SAMMC. There are 6 ICU units, 1 burn ICU (army run), 1 Peds ICU, and 1 NICU. We AF are all spread out. We have really good new leadership that looks really

  4. Help! I want to join the Army Nurse Corps

    midinphx replied to sarahmarie14's topic in Government, Military

    Air Force still has a new grad BSN program. I would ask why you are set on Army or if you just want to serve. I did 3 years prior enlisted as army and I'm very proud of my army background. I'm an...

  5. ED RN changing to CCU

    midinphx replied to travelea's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I was ER for 9 years before I went up to ICU. I took a class and a 3 month preceptorship. It was longer than I needed. It was scary. It is very different. ER and ICU are not interchangeable as...

  6. Force Management - nursing impact

    midinphx posted a topic in Government, Military

    I would like to open up this can of worms. Anyone want to chime in? All branches are being hit. The leadership is working hard to explain the process and keep us informed. But I would like to hear...

  7. Force Management - nursing impact

    midinphx replied to midinphx's topic in Government, Military

    "I'm not worried" relates to how I feel about being force shaped out of the military. I'm not at all worried about my financial situation and getting a job on the outside again. I came into the AF...

  8. 101 Things I Wish I'd Known Before BOLC

    midinphx replied to Lunah's topic in Government, Military

    Lunah- Great stuff as usual! Lots of that info transfers to AF peeps too. I'm glad you have the time to write all this, knowing where you're at and all!

  9. Options for becoming Navy nurse?

    midinphx replied to hannahk1901's topic in Government, Military

    It's not too early to call a health care recruiter and get some preliminary info. It won't lock you in just to call. Direct Accession is probably your route. It is for nurses who have their BSN and...

  10. Considering Military Reserves but I'm a parent and husband

    midinphx replied to nursedaddy122's topic in Government, Military

    I don't understand why being 32 would stop you from coming active. I came in at 42. Being in the military does effect the whole family, so valid consideration. Ask her what she thinks, not us

  11. AF ER Nursing

    midinphx replied to Az_RN_BSN's topic in Government, Military

    At first, I felt like I was constantly working or at work or attending to something at work. But once I settled down a bit and got the new flow, I do feel more like I have time to myself. Extra...

  12. AF ER Nursing

    midinphx replied to Az_RN_BSN's topic in Government, Military

    I'm an ICU AF nurse. There are many different "ER's" - won't compare to civilian - more like UC. The only level 1 trauma center is in San Antonio. We combine with army at San Antonio Mil Med...

  13. BSN RN 6 years experience, poor GPA interested in AF nursing

    midinphx replied to coloradoRN85's topic in Government, Military

    Years of experience does not negate the GPA. I came in with 14 years of nursing. One of the first questions I was asked was my GPA - like I had any clue what it had been. As a civilian it never...

  14. FY 2014 Air Force Nursing

    midinphx replied to SG219's topic in Government, Military

    Taking a med-surg ntp slot is a great way to start. After 2 years, you are eligible to apply for the critical care fellowship program. Also- med surg slots fill all areas from peds to ER to tele...

  15. Tactical Nudity and Other Fun Aspects of Deployed Army Nursing

    midinphx replied to Lunah's topic in Government, Military

    Ali Al Salem was where I got stuck! I was on the army side by the PAX terminal for .... some long period of time....days. Then I found a phone to use and finally got someone from the AF to listen to...

  16. FY 2014 Air Force Nursing

    midinphx replied to SG219's topic in Government, Military

    hey Capperon - I can help with some info about housing in San Antonio. I've been here 3 years and in my 3rd place. lol. Chosing your area and commute is your best starting place. For the...

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

    midinphx replied to carolinapooh's topic in Government, Military

    I'm bumping this old post to the front. Kudos CarolinaPooh on an old post still being

  18. Air Force Nursing Questions

    midinphx replied to Inquisitive Nurse's topic in Government, Military

    I am at Sammc. It's pretty big and can be confusing and frustrating at first. There are multiple icu units and we AF nurses are interspersed throughout. I didn't really want San Antonio, but I find...

  19. Air Force Nursing- COT training

    midinphx replied to aminoacid9's topic in Government, Military

    Eric, I'm at Sammc icu. Welcome! There are multiple icu units here. Also there are some great old posts on this site that will give you great cot

  20. Tactical Nudity and Other Fun Aspects of Deployed Army Nursing

    midinphx replied to Lunah's topic in Government, Military

    Lol! I've been through Kuwait! I got stuck there with all you army folks. I did enjoy the free spa treatment of the microdermabrasion abrasion every time I set foot outside though. Seriously though,...

  21. Tactical Nudity and Other Fun Aspects of Deployed Army Nursing

    midinphx replied to Lunah's topic in Government, Military

    Love it Lunah! You make my tours in Iraq and Bagram seem like a little vacation! lol. But as much as we were hit in Iraq - I totally understand tactical nudity! I couldn't wait to go to bed...

  22. Air Force Nursing Questions

    midinphx replied to Inquisitive Nurse's topic in Government, Military

    AF critical care slots are still in need from what I see and hear. I'm active AF critical care. Being icu does limit you in places you can be stationed. Off the top of my head: San Antonio, Travis...

  23. Army Med-Surg to civilian work

    midinphx replied to Sparticus391's topic in Government, Military

    I think the question you should ask is : how is it different working civilian vs military. I think being a vet matters to hiring manager when they have 2 equal candidates. But I find working in the...

  24. Semi-informed question about military nursing...

    midinphx replied to jdmitchell's topic in Government, Military

    Beat you - I was 42 when I commissioned.

  25. FY 2014 Air Force Nursing

    midinphx replied to SG219's topic in Government, Military

    I remember that horrid wait! I've been in 3 years. It took me almost a year to get in fully qualified. I'm a M46N3e (critical care). I see someone is applying for a critical care position - we are...