Nurse U.S. Army

Position Requirements

Administer emergency medical treatment to battlefield casualties (in some cases)

Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment at a hospital or clinic

Instruct Soldiers on First Responder training course

Manage medical readiness, medical supplies, and equipment

Provide quality healthcare to members of your community

Complete processing through a local Armed Services Career Office

Attend Basic and advanced training (Paid)

General Qualifications

• Must have an interest in joining the Army.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
• Healthy and in good physical condition.
• In good moral standing with no felony-level offenses.
• Must be able to meet height/weight standards.
• No major medical procedures that would prohibit you from service.
• No tattoos on the hands, neck, or face.

Certifications

• 34 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available

Compensation

• Up to $40,000 enlistment bonuses.
• Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits.
• 30 days vacation with pay per year.
• Additional living expenses for those who have dependents.
• Clothing and food allowance.
• Education and Financial Advisors.
• Travel Education.

GI Bill

• The Post-9/11 GI Bill provides up to full college tuition, as well as money for housing and books. Paid directly to the school, the program covers up to full tuition for public, in-state schools and up to $25,000 per year at private or foreign schools, depending on your length of service.
• The Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty uses a combination of your own paycheck contributions and government funding to help pay for education benefits for a maximum of 36 months. Unlike the Post-9/11 GI Bill, benefit payments will be made directly to you.
• The Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve helps members of the Army Reserve pay for education benefits for a maximum of 36 months, in return for a six-year service commitment. These benefits must be used while you are serving and end when you stop serving.

Benefits

• College and university tuition
• Training and certifications
• Online schooling and correspondence courses
• Part-time schooling
• Entrepreneurship training for those interested in starting a small business
• Flight school
• Licensing and certification courses
• Vocational training and trade schools
• National testing
• Tutorial assistance

Pay and Schedule

• Up to $40,000 enlistment bonuses.
• Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits.
• 30 days vacation with pay per year.
• Additional living expenses for those who have dependents.
• Clothing and food allowance.
• Education and Financial Advisors.
• Travel Education.