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Paramedic Chief

Produced in partnership with NEMSMA, Paramedic Chief: Best Practices for the Progressive EMS Leader provides the latest research and most relevant leadership advice to EMS managers and executives. From emerging trends to analysis and insight, practical case studies to leadership development advice, Paramedic Chief is packed with useful, valuable ideas you simply can’t get anywhere else.

LATEST ARTICLES

Q&A: How Mike Touchstone is leading Philadelphia Fire into the future of EMS

Touchstone spoke about EMS leadership issues, including the need for a professional standard, curriculum and credentialing for EMS officers

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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Using nurses to answer non-urgent 911 Calls

Protocols and partnerships are critical to success of implementing a nurse triage program

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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Calif. fire departments agree to active-shooter plan

EMS providers to enter the warm zone with law enforcement to reach victims in need of lifesaving treatments

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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EMS is on the edge of historical change

Healthcare delivery and payment is rapidly evolving; now is the time for EMS to act and be part of that change

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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CPR & Resuscitation

Research Review: Hands-only CPR in rural areas; AEDs needed at more exercise facilities

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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AMR VP of clinical strategies talks mobile integrated health care

Former Toronto EMS leaders Alan Craig talks about his transition to AMR, and where the agency is headed

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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How to make planning for your department’s future an ongoing process

An annual retreat where EMS leaders reflect on what they’ve learned from employees and patients helps one agency set a clear direction and establish priorities for the coming year

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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How EMS can prepare for active shooter incidents

One central question is just how much risk responders should be expected to take on?

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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Consultant recommends Fla. county scale back fire-based EMS

Fitch & Associates suggested minor tweaks to Pinellas County’s service, rather than decommissioning 25 fire-based rescue vehicles and eliminating 150 county firefighter positions

September 02, 2014 07:51 PM

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Tips for EMS teambuilding

Understanding each others’ personalities fosters openness and trust, different approaches to a problem, and allows for alignment of strengths with team tasks

September 02, 2014 07:50 PM

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