/ems-advocacy EMS Advocacy en-US Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:43:43 GMT /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages Upcoming changes to TPS and DACA programs could impact EMS professionals across the U.S. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:43:43 GMT /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages /ems-advocacy/articles/the-8-things-id-tell-my-21-year-old-ems-self-qTkHpWDumT0bOrcu/ If only I knew then what I think I know now, I might have enjoyed the ride of a lifetime even more than I did Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:48:00 GMT /ems-advocacy/articles/the-8-things-id-tell-my-21-year-old-ems-self-qTkHpWDumT0bOrcu/ /quality-improvement-program/behind-the-data-factors-driving-optimal-ems-delivery Quality management implementation at Monroe Fire Department Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:52:43 GMT /quality-improvement-program/behind-the-data-factors-driving-optimal-ems-delivery /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages Upcoming changes to TPS and DACA programs could impact EMS professionals across the U.S. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:43:43 GMT /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages /ems-advocacy/articles/the-8-things-id-tell-my-21-year-old-ems-self-qTkHpWDumT0bOrcu/ If only I knew then what I think I know now, I might have enjoyed the ride of a lifetime even more than I did Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:48:00 GMT /ems-advocacy/articles/the-8-things-id-tell-my-21-year-old-ems-self-qTkHpWDumT0bOrcu/ /recruitment-and-retention/n-y-junior-emt-program-jump-starts-students-healthcare-career Ward got her start at age 15 with the Thousand Islands Emergency Rescue Service Sat, 09 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/n-y-junior-emt-program-jump-starts-students-healthcare-career /quality-improvement-program/behind-the-data-factors-driving-optimal-ems-delivery Quality management implementation at Monroe Fire Department Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:52:43 GMT /quality-improvement-program/behind-the-data-factors-driving-optimal-ems-delivery /national-first-responders-day/5-things-to-know-before-dropping-by-your-local-fire-ems-agency While first responders love visitors, consider these guidelines when planning your trip Mon, 28 Oct 2024 15:44:21 GMT /national-first-responders-day/5-things-to-know-before-dropping-by-your-local-fire-ems-agency /national-first-responders-day/represent-the-best-of-who-we-are-biden-issues-proclamation-on-national-first-responders-day "Our first responders are everyday heroes, and we are so grateful for their service," President Joe Biden said Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:59:48 GMT /national-first-responders-day/represent-the-best-of-who-we-are-biden-issues-proclamation-on-national-first-responders-day /8-ways-to-foster-a-public-safety-community-relationship-with-pr RAA’s Mark Tenia shares advice for connecting your messaging with your audience to promote community support Thu, 24 Oct 2024 16:32:06 GMT /8-ways-to-foster-a-public-safety-community-relationship-with-pr /recruitment-and-retention/articles/5-recruiting-lessons-fire-and-ems-can-borrow-from-rotary-international-OnWLk2vZF3jzgYtv/ Create an experience people want to be a part of and share community impact to inspire potential members Tue, 22 Oct 2024 15:48:11 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/articles/5-recruiting-lessons-fire-and-ems-can-borrow-from-rotary-international-OnWLk2vZF3jzgYtv/ /ems-management/myth-busting-ems-time-to-evolve-our-approach Embracing smarter, more effective strategies to keep pace with the evidence-based advancements reshaping our profession Tue, 22 Oct 2024 15:20:33 GMT /ems-management/myth-busting-ems-time-to-evolve-our-approach /national-first-responders-day/articles/origin-story-national-first-responders-day-hWdwQqSAsvEx7KbP/ A six-year push for the day of appreciation, inspired by heroism and tragedy, culminated in the designation of Oct. 28 to honor first responders Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:42:00 GMT /national-first-responders-day/articles/origin-story-national-first-responders-day-hWdwQqSAsvEx7KbP/ /national-first-responders-day/how-to-create-a-first-responder-recognition-program More than ever, those on the front lines need to see their work elevated and appreciated Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:34:53 GMT /national-first-responders-day/how-to-create-a-first-responder-recognition-program /national-first-responders-day/articles/a-letter-to-the-american-public-appreciate-our-first-responders-every-day-6fc7RjLA2RQKOx5t/ These are challenging times to be a first responder; your support is welcome and appreciated Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:15:51 GMT /national-first-responders-day/articles/a-letter-to-the-american-public-appreciate-our-first-responders-every-day-6fc7RjLA2RQKOx5t/ /what-paramedics-want/combatting-burnout-in-ems-workplace-strategies-for-better-mental-health-support Wellness programs and sleep interventions can ease burnout and improve job satisfaction Fri, 18 Oct 2024 21:11:41 GMT /what-paramedics-want/combatting-burnout-in-ems-workplace-strategies-for-better-mental-health-support /leadership/articles/inside-ems-podcast-how-to-deal-with-employees-who-dont-get-along-igZ9Cx4S3MDTAnkx/ Our co-hosts take an EMS leader and paramedic standpoint in order to help answer a listener's question Fri, 18 Oct 2024 13:40:01 GMT /leadership/articles/inside-ems-podcast-how-to-deal-with-employees-who-dont-get-along-igZ9Cx4S3MDTAnkx/ /legislation-funding/late-patient-leaves-6-7m-to-expand-rural-ems-in-n-h The financial gift will pay for new ambulances, EMTs and dispatchers for the Dartmouth Health Advance Response Team Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:36:04 GMT /legislation-funding/late-patient-leaves-6-7m-to-expand-rural-ems-in-n-h /ems-products/consulting-management-and-legal-services/articles/negligence-explained-for-the-ems-professional-SJyiooSiHtmYsKg8/ Understand the four components of a negligent act and how to protect yourself from a negligence claim Mon, 14 Oct 2024 21:58:09 GMT /ems-products/consulting-management-and-legal-services/articles/negligence-explained-for-the-ems-professional-SJyiooSiHtmYsKg8/ /ems-trend-report/what-paramedics-want-in-2024-examining-the-ems-trend-report Fitch & Associates and ²ÝݮӰÊÓ break down trends in staffing, operations and career longevity Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:35:38 GMT /ems-trend-report/what-paramedics-want-in-2024-examining-the-ems-trend-report /pinnacle/global-medical-response-regional-president-receives-excellence-award-at-pinnacle-2024 Nicole A. Henricksen was recognized for inspiring others in EMS and for creating an environment where others can thrive and succeed Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:27:03 GMT /pinnacle/global-medical-response-regional-president-receives-excellence-award-at-pinnacle-2024 /ems-products/ambulance-safety/articles/6-lifesaving-seat-belt-tips-for-emts-and-paramedics-Xz0h9ek4lqN37Hmc/ Try these tips to make seat belt use in the patient care compartment just as normal as your personal vehicle Mon, 07 Oct 2024 22:30:33 GMT /ems-products/ambulance-safety/articles/6-lifesaving-seat-belt-tips-for-emts-and-paramedics-Xz0h9ek4lqN37Hmc/ /ems-education/articles/tips-to-become-a-published-ems-author-bSfXU30RgC6mmiVU/ There are more opportunities than ever to become a published writer Fri, 04 Oct 2024 15:27:19 GMT /ems-education/articles/tips-to-become-a-published-ems-author-bSfXU30RgC6mmiVU/ /ems-humor/articles/20-more-thoughts-only-a-paramedic-will-understand-p77IbAtLSEjzklUY/ You haven't been in EMS long enough if you don't yell "Clear right!" when you're driving off-duty Wed, 02 Oct 2024 21:31:48 GMT /ems-humor/articles/20-more-thoughts-only-a-paramedic-will-understand-p77IbAtLSEjzklUY/ /ems-advocacy/is-regression-our-path-forward Matt Zavadsky challenges EMS system design Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:53:42 GMT /ems-advocacy/is-regression-our-path-forward /national-first-responders-day/3-ways-to-promote-national-first-responders-day-in-your-community Ahead of Oct. 28, share your organization’s impact with local media outlets and reach out to local companies for support Wed, 25 Sep 2024 21:31:20 GMT /national-first-responders-day/3-ways-to-promote-national-first-responders-day-in-your-community /ems-products/neonatal-pediatric/articles/why-one-call-was-my-destiny-as-a-paramedic-oYZ4Ig14kgk9ss9t/ "I had never seen a baby that small" Tue, 24 Sep 2024 13:05:58 GMT /ems-products/neonatal-pediatric/articles/why-one-call-was-my-destiny-as-a-paramedic-oYZ4Ig14kgk9ss9t/ /off-duty/thrift-store-opens-to-support-current-and-former-calif-ems-workers The nonprofit Paramedic Resilience Society opened 'Resuscitated' to provide financial assistance to EMS workers Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00:09 GMT /off-duty/thrift-store-opens-to-support-current-and-former-calif-ems-workers /ems-products/fitness-health/articles/master-your-downtime-for-long-term-ems-career-success-GxUkoMOMjBq4Om2H/ The decisions we make between calls might be just as critical, in the long run, as the treatment decisions we make during calls Fri, 20 Sep 2024 20:27:23 GMT /ems-products/fitness-health/articles/master-your-downtime-for-long-term-ems-career-success-GxUkoMOMjBq4Om2H/ /911-and-dispatch/the-system-isnt-uber-calif-officials-say-911-abuse-rivals-calls-during-pandemic Officials in Kern County say over 40% of their calls are bogus or don't warrant a response Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:39:07 GMT /911-and-dispatch/the-system-isnt-uber-calif-officials-say-911-abuse-rivals-calls-during-pandemic /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages Upcoming changes to TPS and DACA programs could impact EMS professionals across the U.S. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:43:43 GMT /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages /ems-week/celebrating-ems-week-2024-day-6-recognition-day In the spirit of today’s theme, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the remarkable members of the EMS community who go beyond the call every shift Wed, 15 May 2024 17:07:30 GMT /ems-week/celebrating-ems-week-2024-day-6-recognition-day /ems-training/articles/how-to-maximize-clinical-expertise-through-everyday-experiences-9aFHobHbWa5f7bLz/ Even interfacility transports provide an opportunity to improve your clinical acumen and advancement opportunities Thu, 27 Oct 2022 16:56:46 GMT /ems-training/articles/how-to-maximize-clinical-expertise-through-everyday-experiences-9aFHobHbWa5f7bLz/ /ems-advocacy/to-build-a-future-we-must-understand-the-past EMS leaders hold the blueprints as we enter the era of evidence-based practices Thu, 16 May 2024 14:15:48 GMT /ems-advocacy/to-build-a-future-we-must-understand-the-past