jonnphoenix

First off, I agree with jeckrn. Respect is earned. I am currently a 68C (Army Practical Nurse). Best kept secret in the Army. I left the 12 month school with a license from the State of Texas that can transfer to other states. I worked at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD after graduation. Now, back in civilian employment, I can honestly say Army LPNs are given way more responsiblity than their civilan counterparts. On an average day on a telemetry ward, I had 3-4 medium to high accuity patients. Yes, I worked under the supervision of an RN but once they see that you know what you're doing, the only thing I went to them for was procedures outside my scope of practice (IVP meds, central line dressing changes, etc.) and to sign off on my shift assessments. Now I work at the VA and I pass meds. Definitely an eye opener. Any questions about the school or anything, please feel free to message me or send me a direct email. [email protected]. Good luck!

I just started my job at the VAMC here in Phoenix a month ago. My experience was pretty quick (for government hiring process). I applied on the usajobs.gov website after Christmas and started the first week of April. My interview was telephonic, as I was stationed at Walter Reed in Bethesda, MD at the time on a 9 month mobilization. It was a panel interview. Most of the process is hurry up and wait, just like most goverment entities. The main wait time comes from the credentialing process. For example, here in Phoenix, there is one individual responsible for credentialing of all LPN's and RN's. On average, it seems like the wait is about 4-6 months. Any questions, please feel free to drop me a line. Good luck to all.