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What branch of the service is the safest for a nurse practitioner?


I am a CRNP specializing in electro-physiology. I would love to join the Air Force..or would the Navy be safer?

Oh boy. If you're a nurse you are going to the front lines where it is happening. That is where you are needed so that is where you are going. Now quit being a coward.

I was Navy and I think both are OK.
Your branch will probably put you in a major facility far from any combat action. To be on the save side don't join the Army or Marines. It will be easier to get into the Navy as I believe there is a long waiting list for the Air Force. See both recruiters to be sure. There may be exceptions for someone of your abilities. If you have your bachelor's degree you will be and officer.

You have an excellent future ahead of you.
Good luck and know we support you and all in uniform.

It has been years since a nurse has been killed in combat, so I believe any branch is rather safe for nurses. Consider joining the Navy, their medical staff usually have higher rank than other branches.
I wish you well.

Air Force or Navy

I have no idea what your specialization is, but the Air Force is usually "safer." The Navy also provides medical for the Marines. If you want to be safe, better stay in school. However, Iraq is safer than a lot of American inner cities.

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