The practical nursing specialist supervises or performs preventive, therapeutic, and emergency nursing care procedures under the supervision of a physician, nurse or NCO.
Job Duties:
Perform emergency nursing care.
Assist in patient care.
Change/dress wounds.
Training:
Job training for a practical nursing specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 52 weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston, TX.
Skills you’ll learn:
Patient care.
Working on a medical team.
Emergency care.
Eligibility:
Must have an interest in joining the Army.
17 to 34 years old.
Must be able to meet height/weight requirements *See calculator below.
(https://www.
goarmy.
com/soldier-life/fitness-and-nutrition/components-of-fitness/body-composition.
html).
No tattoos on hands, face, or above the neck (ring tattoos are acceptable).
No history of a felony level offense or DUI.
No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service (please feel free to ask specific questions).
Thank you!
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