Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1910 Medical/Surgical Nursing
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Medical and Surgical Nursing officers provide bedside care for adults with illnesses, injuries, and conditions requiring procedures or hospitalization. They assess and treat patients, support recovery, and provide patient education.
Core Skills
- inpatient patient assessment
- postoperative patient monitoring
- medication administration
- wound and drain management
- clinical documentation
- patient and family education
- care plan coordination
- early complication recognition
- interdisciplinary handoff communication
Civilian Software & Tools
- Apache Spark
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Epic Systems
- Google Docs
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- Kronos Workforce Timekeeper
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
Civilian Career Paths
- Nursing
- Clinical Technician
- Rehabilitation
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC)
Career Growth
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN)
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
- Wound Care Certified (WCC)
- Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML)
What the Work Involves
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistance in convalescence or rehabilitation in locations such as schools, hospitals, or industry.
Related Occupations
- Nurse Practitioners
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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