Paramedic Chief
The news items, feature articles, videos and more you find here are selected specifically with paramedic chiefs and EMS leaders in mind. This content will give those who are charged with running a department or agency the tools, information and insight they need to excel as leaders and managers.
Lessons learned from a fatal duck boat incident in Table Rock Lake, near Branson, Missouri
When good people get involved in high-risk, low-frequency events, you are much more likely to make a mistake; listen to learn why ongoing training is key for responders
3 ways leaders can mitigate provider fatigue and the big question we should be asking when it comes to overtired providers
This exercise leads to an understanding of your agency’s core values, which helps motivate employees at every level
Healthy conflict challenges the status quo, forces teams to consider different points of view, and results in a high-accountability environment
Allina Health’s management of a traumatic ambulance crash is a lesson in how to put core values first
The closed door meeting comes on the heals of an incident involving another slow response time, and the death of a 94-year-old at the scene
The 134 replacement ambulances were designed with paramedic feedback and will resemble European ambulances
EMS, fire and police who want pension benefits for same-sex partners will have to wait longer
Despite its 80 recommendations, the review credits responders’ efforts during the unprecedented bedlam
The study will focus on how the county would bill for services and collect payments under the new model
Hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson discuss the importance of putting the patient first, how to handle the Ebola outbreak, and why EMS providers should have more respect for narcotics
Hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson talk about the spread of the virus, and the panic it’s causing among EMS agencies and the general public
We may assume we’re well prepared to contain a possible outbreak, but it’s definitely worth the few minutes to review the basics of infection control
The guidelines highlight key areas to enhance overall preparation and response to potential or diagnosed Ebola patients
Chief Joanne Hayes-White’s supporters say the criticisms are unfair; the mayor has rejected calls for her departure
Veteran responder Michael Stadulis replaces the recently retired chief, and will continue to act as a shift paramedic while managing the department
Hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson are joined by Dr. Peter Antevy, who discusses the importance of confidence when treating pediatric patients
Firefighters wrote a letter to the mayor citing a grave crisis in direction and leadership
The more complex the skill, the more attention it requires; so how do we get work done and still maintain awareness of the whole scene?
Our procedures for potential disasters are often too slow, but a rapid response based on anticipated outcomes can change that
The Reno, Nev. EMS agency expects the savings through 2015 it’s 2-year-old program that includes a nurse healthline, community paramedicine and ambulance transport alternatives
Collaborative leaders use “persuasion, technical competence, relationship skills and political smarts” to get to the desired goal
One of the most debilitating characteristics of an underachieving leader is to be a micro manager; instead hire the right kind of people who can help you lead
Dia Gainor, executive director of the National Association of State EMS Officials, envisions a future where responders will get real-time data on the best route to an incident, and smart cars will scan themselves for damages in a crash
The network is expected to provide better information on scene and the ability to provide electronic patient records to hospitals while in transit
Too often, leaders get caught up in leading the technical and operational aspects of change and don’t budget time and energy for leading the people
The annual gathering of medical directors also explored ways to cardiac arrestsurvival rates and touched on community paramedicine
When taking a closer look at big accomplishments, we don’t find lone leaders — we find great groups and teams
Next time you’re looking to hire for the position, look for someone with these characteristics
When supervisors really listen, they light fires of loyalty that motivate employees to bust their butts to make the supervisor and the organization more successful
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