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The Air Force Nurse Intern Program.

R H Smith1

  • 1Critical Care Department, Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center, Lackland AFB, TX 78236.

Military Medicine
|August 1, 1991
PubMed
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The Air Force Nurse Intern Program offers a 5-month transition for BSN-prepared nurses into Air Force Nurse Corps Officers. This program provides clinical rotations and preceptor guidance at Air Force medical centers.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Military Health Systems
  • Professional Development

Background:

  • Transitioning civilian nursing graduates to military healthcare requires specialized training.
  • The Air Force Nurse Corps requires officers to possess specific competencies beyond basic BSN education.
  • A structured program is essential for integrating new nurses into the Air Force medical environment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the structure and objectives of the Air Force Nurse Intern Program.
  • To highlight the transition process for BSN-prepared nurses entering Air Force service.
  • To outline the opportunities and experiences available to nurse interns.

Main Methods:

  • The program is a 5-month curriculum for newly commissioned nurses.

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  • Includes Military Indoctrination for Medical Service Officers.
  • Features four clinical rotation sites with preceptor guidance at Air Force medical centers.

    • Main Results:

    • The program facilitates the transition from civilian nursing student to Air Force Nurse Corps Officer.
    • Interns receive guided instruction from preceptors across various clinical settings.
    • Upon completion, nurses are prepared for their permanent duty stations.

    Conclusions:

    • The Air Force Nurse Intern Program effectively prepares graduate nurses for military service.
    • It provides a comprehensive introduction to Air Force nursing and professional roles.
    • The program offers valuable opportunities for career growth within the Air Force Nurse Corps.