PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER

Officer - Specialty Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

A vital part of supporting Airmen is ensuring proper care for their entire family. Pediatric Nurse Practitioners provide high-quality, compassionate care to the infants, children and adolescents of our Airmen. Working both independently and alongside other healthcare team members, their dedication and expertise not only help keep the youngest members of the Air Force family healthy, but allows our Airmen peace of mind as they focus on their mission.

What You'll Do

• Provide primary healthcare to pediatric clients
• Provide medical assessment, treatment, education, health promotion and prevention to individuals, families and the community
• Practice independently and collaboratively with physicians, providing comprehensive healthcare for both healthy and sick children

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

Key Things To Consider 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.

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

• • Minimum six months full-time nursing practice in the APRN specialty is required.
  • At least 12 months experience as a registered nurse
  • Completion of Officer Training School course
  • Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 47th birthday

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