To be a nurse is both challenging and gratifying at the same time. To be a US Navy nurse is all that and more. Not only do you do everything a regular nurse does, such as treat wounds, check patient vitals, set up triage units, help lift morale, and be someone who listens, you also might take part in outreach programs all across the United States and around the world. You also may take part in humanitarian relief efforts if so needed. You will be using some of the most advanced technology known to man at this time, you will be working either at sea or on shore, or even right in the field and you will team with excellent health care professionals on the top notch Navy Health Care team.
Demands of the US Navy Nurse:
Being a Navy nurse is physically demanding. Therefore, certain stipulations must be met. The candidate needs to be between the ages of 18 and 42, be a graduate of a licensed nursing school in the United States and have a Bachelor of Science degree, have passed a state board exam for one of the 50 states and also licensed. A person must be able to serve a minimum of three years of Active Duty, be in good physical condition and able to pass a full medical examination..
Civilian Careers after the US Navy:
All the education and training you receive in the US Navy as a nurse will make you prepared for life in the civilian healthcare system if you decide to leave the Navy. You will be considered a Veteran so that means you will receive higher precedence when applying for a nursing job on the outside over non military individuals. You will also have a special level of training which will prepare you to take on leadership roles faster. Click here to get started and leave your dead end job behind!
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