Officer-Specialty

CRITICAL CARE NURSE

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.

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What you’ll do

Manage complex critically ill and injured adults and children
Operate state-of-the-art equipment on the ground and in the air to assist those who are critically injured
Supervise and manage nursing activities in first-class facilities worldwide

Critical Care Nurse

TRAINING & EDUCATION

How do we transform you from the civilian sector to a leader and an Officer in the Air Force? From education to continued training, your Air Force path is here.

Officer Training School

8.5 weeks
Military Training Location

Maxwell AFB, AL

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.