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Critical Care Nurse
United States Air Force • Flower Mound, TX 75027 • Posted 1 day ago
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Critical Care Nurses in the United States Air Force are responsible for executing complex, intensive nursing care for Airmen and their families suffering from severe medical conditions or injuries. They provide immediate treatment in severe situations, playing a crucial role in saving lives. This position is located wherever they are assigned and requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing, a minimum of 12 months full-time nursing practice, and completion of a 5.5-week Officer Training School course.
Responsibilities
- Executing complex, intensive nursing care for Airmen and their families suffering from severe medical conditions or injuries.
- Providing immediate treatment in severe situations.
- Playing a crucial role in saving lives.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing from a school accredited by the NLN or CCNE
- Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing
- Minimum of 12 months full-time nursing practice
- Encouraged to use six of those months practicing the Critical Care Nurse specialty
- Completion of 5.5-week Officer Training School course
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 47
About United States Air Force
The United States Air Force is the aerial warfare force of the United States and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States Armed Forces. It offers opportunities for enlisted airmen, officers, and health care professionals. The U.S. Air Force operates a diverse fleet of aircraft, provides aerial warfare services, and maintains a significant global presence to support missions and partnerships with allied nations.
Full Job Description
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
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