Critical Care Nurse - United States Air Force
Geneseo, IL 61254
About the Job
OPTIMAL CARE FOR THE SERIOUSLY ILL
When Airmen or their families are suffering from severe medical conditions or injuries, it’s imperative they get comprehensive care. Responsible for executing complex, intensive nursing care, Critical Care Nurses provide the immediate treatment needed in severe situations. An important position wherever they’re located, the quick and expert actions of these skilled nurses can make the difference when it comes to saving a person’s life.
REQUIREMENTS
You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum Education
Qualifications
When Airmen or their families are suffering from severe medical conditions or injuries, it’s imperative they get comprehensive care. Responsible for executing complex, intensive nursing care, Critical Care Nurses provide the immediate treatment needed in severe situations. An important position wherever they’re located, the quick and expert actions of these skilled nurses can make the difference when it comes to saving a person’s life.
REQUIREMENTS
You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum Education
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing from a school accredited by the NLN or CCNE
Qualifications
- Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing is mandatory
- Minimum of 12 months full-time nursing practice
- Encouraged to use six of those months practicing the Critical Care Nurse specialty
- Completion of Officer Training School course
- Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 47th birthday
Source : United States Air Force