question about military nursing...

j.graham · Oct 19, 2004

hi everyone...i hope this doesnt seem like a dumb question but...i was thinking about joining the military after nursing school...like the navy or air force...but my question is...if i do what are my chances that they are going to send me to war (iraq)???...because even if there is a little chance that they will...i do not want to join!...thanks for the feedback...again sorry if this question sounds dumb!

If you have reservations, then do not join.

maturner · Oct 21, 2004

hi everyone...i hope this doesnt seem like a dumb question but...i was thinking about joining the military after nursing school...like the navy or air force...but my question is...if i do what are my chances that they are going to send me to war (iraq)???...because even if there is a little chance that they will...i do not want to join!...thanks for the feedback...again sorry if this question sounds dumb!

So you want all of the benefits of being in the military but you don't want any of the consequences? Our men and women in uniform need better than that! And, yes your question is not only dumb but insulting to those willing to make the greatest sacrifice.

Trauma Columnist · Oct 21, 2004

Erika - I'll give you the benefit of the doubt - but you might want to re-think your question...I'm a Navy vet, proud of it, but this post does come off sounding disrespectful.

Fiona59 · Oct 22, 2004

Sorry, if I sound rude BUT, what do you think military nurses are for?

You appear to be incredibly naive. Yet, you made it through university?

My spouse has served 15 years now and respects his medical unit staff. They've served the populations of Bosnia, Kosova, and Cyprus, and yes, they work on people who have been injured serving their country. That's what they sign on to do.

CPT_Jana · Oct 24, 2004

Speaking as a veteran of OIF-1, if you do not have a PASSION for taking care of the soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines that defend your freedom, military nursing is NOT for you.

You cannot expect to get the benefits of military service (school money, pay, whatever) without making the sacrifices.

3KittiesRN · Oct 24, 2004

Excuse me but my question was not intended to come out disrespectful or insulting in anyway...i was just asking because i do not want to go to a war i dont believe in...however i have many family members that have served our country and have fought in wars...i dont disrespect anyone by my question and if you got offended it wasnt my intention and you need to calm down!

RNPATL, DNP, RN · Oct 24, 2004

Folks .... lets be respectful of each other and stop with the personal remarks.

A career in the military means that you are willing to go to war if it is ordered. I would venture to say that most people DO NOT want to go to war, but it is the sacrifice that we make when we enter the military. To the OP .... if you are not willing to go to war or serve as ordered to serve, then perhaps a military career is not for you.

3KittiesRN · Oct 25, 2004

Folks .... lets be respectful of each other and stop with the personal remarks.
A career in the military means that you are willing to go to war if it is ordered. I would venture to say that most people DO NOT want to go to war, but it is the sacrifice that we make when we enter the military. To the OP .... if you are not willing to go to war or serve as ordered to serve, then perhaps a military career is not for you.

thanks at least someane answered my question.

Fiona59 · Oct 25, 2004

You should have asked ur question to a recruiting officer. Would have liked to heard their answer.

maturner · Oct 26, 2004

Everyone who responded on this post answered your question. The fact is the military is clearly better served without your presence, Maybe this will change with some growing up on you part. I wish you the best in your future endeavors. If service is your intent, have you considered Indian health or the public health service?

matts_pats2 · Dec 19, 2004

To answer your question... Yes, most new RN's in the army are deploying within their first 24 months service.

Too bad you were attacked so, for mis-speaking. It's a touchy subject for those involved.

matt