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Sacramento City FD Battalion Chief Erik Saari on creating positive pathways for all members to contribute to the department
Removing bias in employee evaluations with actionable data-driven metrics
The vital role of self-awareness and authenticity in shaping EMS leadership
Mayor Nutter’s proposal will send out ambulances on advanced life-support calls with a medic and lesser-qualified EMT rather than the usual two medics
New evidence shows special recruitment workshops were organized for relatives of department members
More than 100 cops, firefighters and other city workers faked mental disabilities in order get tens of thousands of dollars in Social Security benefits
Retired responders are accused of falsely claiming they had depression, PTSD or other psychological problems so crushing they couldn’t work
This is part 1 of a five-part series exploring the components of Emotional Intelligence as they relate to EMS professionals
“Nobody examined her, nobody touched her, nobody protected her, moved her or did anything to take her out of harm’s way...” the teen’s family’s attorney said
Mass layoff ruins Christmas for EMTs and their communities
“There’s a saying that if you’ve seen one emergency medical system, you’ve seen one emergency medical system — no two are alike”
Because they don’t have enough nearby schools to train EMTs, authorities fear the problem will only get worse
They will be out a job after the town decided to use an outside company for emergency services
Contract with city shows EMS taking the lead toward a more stable work situation
Instead of just the prehospital care they give now, they’ll be doing post-hospital checkups
Whether you are a current leader or are just ready to leave the truck, these characteristics will help propel your career forward
A strong social network presence improves community perception, communication with personnel and emergency response