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Also, how would they know its an online program? Many universities offer both online and traditional options nowadays.

If the application specifically states to disclose CONVICTIONS then you don't have to disclose arrests which did not lead to a conviction. However, they will find out about them and you must be prepared to explain to the BON the circumstances surrounding any arrests. You may also be required to submit official court documents to prove that the charges for which you were arrested did not lead to a conviction. Hope this helps!

Yes, black or dark blue. Per AFI 36-2903. Dress and personal appearance.

Bayern, You can wear black "bike short" style undergarments under your pt shorts. Those are authorized. I would recommend keeping them about the same length as the pt shorts.

Did they ask you if you have ever been arrested? I can't speak for all BONs, but many only ask if you have any prior convictions. You were not lying IF they never asked you about any history of being arrested. Don't give up.

Hi Nicunurse 13, I second what Midinphx stated. If you are determined to come in as a NICU nurse, make sure you have the specific identifier. It locks you into NICU. Keep in mind, if you desire to branch out into another area it may take years to get "released". I came into the Military as an OB nurse and after about 7 years, I was able to finally branch out into another area. Its all about the needs of the miltary--not necessarily about what you want to do. Assignments for NICU nurses in the USAF are very limited...okinawa, germany, and in San Antonio. I recommend getting your certification when you can. It will strengthen your package (application).

FYI....prior military service is not required to get hired as a civilian nurse. I supervise 4 GS nurses and only 1 of them is a veteran. I think you are definitely on the right track with getting experience before applying, though. Good luck. :-)

There are a few options to look into and having some experience will help. Research the RN postings on usajobs.gov. Those can be competitive but they will get you into the GS world. Another option is being hired on as a contract RN at the base clinic/hospital. Talk to someone at human resources there to inquire about any openings. Lastly, if there aren't any openings, you could volunteer with the base red cross chapter to network and get your foot in the door. Ive known a few nurses that started off as red cross volunteers that were eventually offered FT RN positions. Hope this helps!

One of my nursing instructors (a midwife) pronounced it like that. She would also say "dilatation" instead of "dilation". She was from the south.

Location: west coast (active duty USAF), pay rate: salaried at 5,415 per month in addition to 1,650 in other non taxable monthly allowances. I have a BSN and hold an NCC certification. I have about 8 yrs of experience and I work full time M-F. I directly supervise 4 nurses. Its interesting to see what others make commensurate to my experience, as I sometimes think what it would be like to be a civilian. Thank you for the honesty.

Natasha1989, Have you tried doing a background check on yourself? Psych eval results related to applying for a position in law enforcement would not be a part of their background check process. What they are looking for are any brushes with the law, convictions, arrests, etc. But to put your mind at ease you should run one on yourself.

An arrest will still show up on an FBI background check because you were fingerprinted (assuming you were). Even if the record is sealed/expunged. If you are ever fingerprinted as part of a background check, be prepared to explain your story. I had a BON investigator recently explain this to me.

I too, was a professional waitress prior to nursing school. Worked at Red Lobster for almost 4 years..lol. I find it has helped me immensely with customer service skills (ie.."kill them with kindness") and with prioritizing tasks. I earned a BA in criminal justice during my professional waitressing years....couldnt do anything with that degree so I turned around and got a BSN. I was terrified of becoming one of those servers who had a college degree but was still waiting tables because they couldnt find a job that utilized their degree.

You need to contact the BON and find out exactly what they need. Were the documents you sent certified by the court? Were you convicted of a crime, or just arrested?

Yes, she had a BSN when she was hired. I do know of associates prepared nurses working in military hospitals but they had been working there for years. If shes dead set on working in a hospital, she can look into volunteering at the red cross. Im pretty sure all MTFs have one. Otherwise, like previously stated, she should consider looking outside of the hospital setting.