66H — Medical-Surgical Nurse
Provided direct nursing care to medical and surgical patients on hospital wards and in field treatment facilities — assessing patients, administering medications and treatments, documenting care, and supervising enlisted medics and junior nurses across shifts.
Where 66H experience fits
These civilian roles map closely to what a Army Medical-Surgical Nurse already does:
- Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
- Charge Nurse
- Clinical Nurse Manager
- RN Case Manager
- Clinical Nurse Educator
What you bring on day one
- Direct patient assessment and care planning in high-acuity settings
- Shift leadership and supervision of clinical staff
- Clinical documentation and regulatory/accreditation compliance
- Triage and prioritization of competing demands under time pressure
- Training, precepting, and competency evaluation of new staff
Certifications to consider
- CMSRN (Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse, MSNCB)
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC, ANCC)
- AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC, Emergency Nurses Association)
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
Industries hiring 66H talent
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LockLeed roles in fields 66H veterans move into
Live openings from our job board in the civilian fields listed above. These are real reqs — not every one will fit your experience, and applying is always free.
66H to Civilian FAQ
What civilian jobs can an 66H (Medical-Surgical Nurse) do?
Common fits include Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Charge Nurse, Clinical Nurse Manager, RN Case Manager, and Clinical Nurse Educator. The right match depends on your specialty, leadership level, and interests.
Do I need a degree to use my 66H experience?
Often no. Many of these roles value hands-on experience and certifications over a degree. Where a credential helps, we point you to the fastest path.
How do I put 66H on a civilian resume?
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