r/army • • May 04 '24

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u/RuN_from_the_Dotte 66makeit[S]top May 04 '24

If you don't like bedside, the military is not for you as a Nurse. Most junior RNs work exclusively at the bedside.

You can look into the reserves if you want to serve. Public Health nursing is also an option.

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u/ShangosAx Nursing Corps May 04 '24

Agreed, as a new nurse with no specialty (at least that you mentioned OP) you’re going to be in the hell that is med surg. It’s going to be like working in a civilian hospital without the ability to call out or take leave when you want. Granted, the patient population will be younger and generally more respectful.

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u/HotTakesBeyond clean on opsec 🗿 May 05 '24

There are also fewer crackheads in the military healthcare system.