Overview
A Practical Nursing Specialist cares for Soldiers and, when needed, civilians in combat and non-combat situations and natural disasters. Nurses work under the supervision of a physician, nurse or NCO and provide preventive, therapeutic and emergency care.
Job duties
- Perform preventive, therapeutic and emergency nursing care procedures under supervision of a physician, nurse or NCO
- Supervisory care within a small ward, clinic or unit
- Manage ward/unit operations in large hospitals
- Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction is 51 weeks, 3 days at Fort Sam Houston, TX.
Training
Training details are confirmed with an Army National Guard recruiter.
Required ASVAB score
Skilled Technical (ST): 101 General Technical (GT): 107 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Civilian career relevance
As a Practical Nursing Specialist, you will be in demand in almost any healthcare setting in the country.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2023-07-18