NursePamela

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  1. Hiatal Hernia - does it disqualify someone

    NursePamela replied to NursePamela's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks for the info. I googled and it said history of Hernias (current) disqualify. It also said gerd would disqualify, which of course hiatal hernia and gerd go hand in hand. It is unclear if the...

  2. money matters

    NursePamela replied to newleaf2012's topic in Government, Military

    If your goal is the get your BSN stick to your goal. Talk to financial counselor or guidance counselor or whoever is doing money at school for different ideas. Good

  3. Best Air Force Base

    NursePamela replied to cat2008's topic in Government, Military

    Saying which is the best Air Force Base is like saying what is the best place to live. People and jobs always change. Do you like 4 seasons or 2? Conus or other? What do you like to do for fun?...

  4. What are the requirements for a school nurse?

    NursePamela posted a topic in School

    My question is what is the requirement to be a school nurse? Does anyone know how different it is from state to state? Someone told me that not all schools have one and not all schools use RN's...

  5. What is the inside skinny on NC and adn - vs - BSN

    NursePamela posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    The age old debate.... ADN vs BSN. I have worked several different states and several different areas. I have noticed a difference in region and state when it comes down to preference for ADN vs...

  6. asheville/hendersonville hospitals?

    NursePamela replied to lynswim's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I don't have any information but I would be curious

  7. Who is your boss?

    NursePamela posted a topic in School

    As a school nurse who is your boss? Do you answer to the school district? Is there a "bigger" nurse somewhere deep in the school system? I am a "wanna be" and I am doing some research and one of...

  8. Jacksonville University RN-BSN online

    NursePamela replied to RocknRollYogaRn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am currently a JU student. The first mini mester I was sure i made the right deceision. The next one I am really disappointed. The "teacher" for the course does not teach the course, nor does she...

  9. Can somebody answer my questions!!!

    NursePamela replied to shakshi's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Most of the time that I know of there is no difference. But when there is a difference in pay the most i have seen is one dollar $1.00 more an hour. If you are already in the ADN do not give up...

  10. Help!! Joining AF? Need advice asap

    NursePamela replied to labbott8's topic in Government, Military

    If it is not too late I have heard lots of good things about Mt Home - although i have not been there and do not want it myself. Personally i would want Travis BUT Travis cost of living is REALLY...

  11. Providence Alaska and Alaska Regional

    NursePamela replied to Candidnt's topic in General Nursing

    I can speak for Providence. It is a great place to work. I have worked with a lot of great people throughout the hospital. I don't know much about regional except that I had a friend who worked...

  12. Need some answers

    NursePamela replied to nunieboy's topic in General Nursing

    If you are not sure about Alaska I would definately start with Anchorage. Travel nursing is always a great way to experience anything without any long term committment - unless you want it. Since...

  13. Any Army Nurses?

    NursePamela replied to Drexelgrad07's topic in General Nursing

    Did you ever go to the area on this forum called military nurses? It is under specialty.

  14. USAF nurse

    NursePamela replied to AndYouKnowIt31's topic in Government, Military

    There is a nice article in the Air Force Times right now about what to do with the medical side of the house. Unfortunately is does not state anything definate. It seems the only constant thing is...

  15. I'm thinking of Joining the Navy as a Nurse... ?

    NursePamela replied to Wheaties's topic in Government, Military

    No, unfortunately civilian spouses do not get placed in jobs. There may be jobs out there but it is up to the individual to find them. My advise for any couple going overseas if one is AD and the...

  16. New nursing going USAF

    NursePamela replied to penasco man's topic in Government, Military

    Unless things have changed Air Force Nurses do work at Army hospitals and I think vise versa. I don't know how it works exactly as far as requesting jobs there. Also I want to add that I had a...

  17. sign-on bounus payout

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

    WOW! Can I ask just how much CA nurses make?? Where is CA? Dont forget in the military your food and housing is not taxed - that makes a difference - doesn't it? I know it's not all about finances...

  18. sign-on bounus payout

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

    I never figured out how to quote people. But regarding the switch from a california nurse to an active duty nurse; Are you saying you made more money in california than an Active Duty nurse with a...

  19. Dependent AF spouse RN questions

    NursePamela replied to lauritasol's topic in Government, Military

    "Back in my day" :-) GS nurses did NOT get housing allowance if they were spouses, and most everyone I knew were spouses. I believe their rational was that they did not have to. Mil to mil - both...

  20. Dependent AF spouse RN questions

    NursePamela replied to lauritasol's topic in Government, Military

    I was there before 9/11 and they did not have direct hire. So getting a job there maybe a lot easier. :-) Do you know if direct hires get housing allowance? I do know that GS nurses have gotten a...

  21. Dependent AF spouse RN questions

    NursePamela replied to lauritasol's topic in Government, Military

    Laura, It sounds like you have a plan. Good luck to you. I know it would not be any fun to be told I could not be a nurse. I am sure things will work out with England. Make sure you take the time...

  22. Dependent AF spouse RN questions

    NursePamela replied to lauritasol's topic in Government, Military

    If you get a job in the UK - where will you live? Or at least sleep when not working? The flight between Germany to England is about 2 hours and pretty cheap. I think about $75. The cost of living...

  23. Dependent AF spouse RN questions

    NursePamela replied to lauritasol's topic in Government, Military

    I was an Air Force dependant stationed at Ramstein. I started applying for a nursing jobs before I ever left the states. When I got to Germany I was extremely discouraged. I had heard alot of...

  24. Getting started in school nursing.

    NursePamela replied to nurseiam1's topic in School

    I don't know numbers but the little research that I have been doing in various states and cities, it seems school nurses make less than hospital nurses. I am guessing one does not become a school...

  25. Army Nurse Thinking going To Air Force

    NursePamela replied to Guest193822's topic in Government, Military

    Thanks for the link on the USPHS. I had no idea they were out there. I would be curious to know