...that others may live...

I found this video on YouTube which features the Philippine Air Force 505th Search and Rescue Group.

I might be interested to join this group when I'll be commissioned in the Nurse Corps AFP. That is, if we will be allowed to decide which branch we would want to join. I've always wondered how it feels to be airborne and wanted to have a "view from the top." I might as well put this wild imagination to better use. This way I can even help people in need with the use of my knowledge, skills, and values (hmmm..sounds familiar..nursing goal..hehe) as a flight nurse. it looks like a "cool" job, in reality however, I know it's risky, tiring, and requires a lot of training. Then again, if one loves his/her work, it doesn't really matter -- that's what makes the job cool to those who love it...

Anyway, I'm really okay with any branch as long as I am in the Nurse Corps. Actually, my first choice is really the Navy simply because I love the sea. That's it. i want to work near the sea -- to see it and, to smell and feel its cool breeze. But if it really isn't for the news about Hueys "falling from the sky", (hehe..) I'd have no doubts in joining the PAF as a flight nurse...weeehh..aehrborne! On the second thought, I might still join the PAF despite reports of aircrafts falling from the sky..hehe.. I love the army, too...Hooahh..I also love working in the remote areas-- I think there are a lot of adventures although, I'm aware that it is the branch that is most prone to communist and terrorist attacks.. Ay basta, any branch is okay with me...whether it be in the army, navy, or air force, i know that i'll be happy. But i really want to experience being part of the PAF search and rescue.. Ahhay..i'm just going around the bush... :)

Milestones in the History of Nurse Corps

I found an informative slideshow about the Nurse Corps AFP, though some of the information can be found in the Nurse Corps homepage. I am, however, very much grateful because they included the Nurse Corps Career Pattern and other very important stuff.

This slideshow is actually one of the interesting presentations of the 17th Annual Asia Pacific Military Medicine Conference. Please click here if you want to see other interesting slideshows.

Anxious...

October's near...I' m becoming anxious na (but I'm also becoming more excited na). It seemed just so recent that I kept on hoping it will be October na so that I could apply for the NCAFP. I can't believe that october is fast-approaching... I still don't have all the detailed information for my application... who's the addressee for my application letter, what medical exams should i undergo? questions, questions, and more questions.. what if i fail the medical exam? what if they are not accepting applicants anymore? if you happen to have some answers to my questions, please don't hesitate to put them on the "comments" link..I would appreciate it very much. Or if you know the contact number of the OTCN, it would be enough already. :)

I still need to call the Office of the Chief Nurse so that I can have a list of all the complete requirements..by the way, i don't even know the contact number or email of the office of the chief nurse...waahhh.. and i still need to complete my volunteer duty in our provincial hospital.