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How can I be a registered nurse and go into the Air Force ?

Im a junior in high school who is interested in being a Registered Nurse but I also would like to join the Air Force.

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Hi LaRissa! Joining the Air Force Nurse Corps is an amazing and rewarding career goal. Here is a link and some steps on how to get there:

https://nurse.org/resources/air-force-rn/


Step 1: Attend Nursing School

You’ll need to earn a BSN from an accredited nursing program to take the first steps to become an Air Force registered nurse. The Air Force has a bachelor's degree as an entry requirement, so ADN-prepared nurses will need to earn their BSN degree through an RN-to-BSN program.

Step 2: Pass the NCLEX-RN

Become a Registered Nurse by passing the NCLEX examination.

Step 3: Gain Experience at the Bedside

The Air Force has openings for most specialties; however, the focus and highest need is in the following areas:

Critical Care Nurse
Emergency/Trauma Nurse
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Mental Health Nurse
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (NICU)
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Certified Nurse Midwife
Obstetrical Nurse
Operating Room Nurse (OR)
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
Women’s Healthcare Nurse Practitioner

Step 4: Commission in the Air Force by working with a recruiter

Joining after nursing school requires the following qualification for eligibility according to the U.S. Air Force:

Be in your senior year or a graduate of an institution accredited by the National League for Nursing or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and recognized by the Air Force Surgeon General

Have a Bachelor’s of Science or Bachelors of Arts degree in Nursing (BSN or BAN)

Be at least 18 years of age and not more than 48 (The age cutoff may be extended based on your specialties.)

Meet physical requirements

Be a U.S. citizen

Step 5: Complete Commissioned Officer Training

Over the course of 5.5 weeks through a combination of physical and classroom work. This four-phase training is required to join the Air Force as a nurse.

Phase 1
Focus on teamwork, discipline, and standardization
Leadership fundamentals
Military management

Phase 2
Understanding of Air Force culture
Leadership fundamentals

Phase 3
Transition from practicing leadership to becoming a leader

Phase 4
Continue to enhance leadership skills

Step 6: Earn Your Certification
There is no specific certification directly related to Air Force Nursing. Because Air Force Nurses can work in a variety of locations and units within a hospital setting, these nurses are open to a variety of advanced certifications.

Good luck on your journey! I know you'll do great!
Thank you comment icon Thank you, John! LaRissa
Thank you comment icon Thank you, this is amazing! I really needed it. Mark
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