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.
At Pinnacle, Dr. Jennifer Hall urged leaders to ditch command-and-control for curiosity and coaching — and shared exactly how to do it.
From post-9/11 to post-COVID, EMS leaders reflect on systemic cracks — and what must happen now to rebuild a future that works for patients and providers
Learn how one Florida agency is leveling up employee satisfaction through flexible scheduling, rapid EMR onboarding, and a smart tiered response system
Turning off the lights and siren can provide safer outcomes for EMS professionals without compromising patient care
This episode of The Ultimate Leadership Podcast shares insights into why people bully and how to confront bullies
Agencies are (or should be) preparing for continued rolling blackouts meant to minimize the risk of electrical line-caused fires
Insights into the deadly Fla. condo collapse, how post-9/11 changes have improved incident command
End these 8 behaviors to create a culture where bullying is replaced by kindness, dignity and respect
How technology can automate response planning needs to minimize added stress to crew
I hope first responders working the scene can get the psychological care they need, soon
Redesigning what it means to be a boss
Learning to coach yourself and create habits for success are critical early steps so you can better manage your members
Communication tips for coaching different personality types
Employment lawyer Scott Moore Esq., addresses frequently asked questions
Moore and Rob Lawrence break down employer mandates and exemptions for mask wearing and vaccination
Organizations and citizens have a “shared responsibility” to defend their data, computer hardware and software systems from ransomware attacks
A 3-step guide to disciplinary action that demonstrates good faith, while putting the responsibility for their actions on employees
Examining disciplinary culture, administration and perception in EMS
“Every arm counts:” 4 ways to encourage more people in your community to get vaccinated
Develop clear parameters with these roles for mentors, mentees and managers
Topic of discussion is the Iowa EMTs that were cited by the state for starting an IV off duty on an intoxicated EMT
Chief Ernesto Rodriguez, who has served as ATCEMS chief since 2008, will retire at the end of May
Examining the flaws in traditional employee reviews, and how organizational culture impacts engagement
On and off-the-record training to teach new leaders how to achieve change, and that in some cases, failure is “OK”
Ask your senators and representative to make Treatment in Place permanent, increase SIREN Act funding, count every EMS provider and extend Medicare add-ons
What can agency leaders and first responders do to overcome the challenges and effects of such a physically and mentally taxing career?
Discover the metrics agencies should consider tracking, how to package that data to influence decision-makers and how to improve the quality of ePCR reporting
Very little in a university setting follows a strict top-down approach
Regulation, documentation and benchmarking recommendations for managing fleet maintenance and vehicle replacement cycle
Maintaining skill sets through regular training is more important than ever, even if it is through online platforms
Learn tips for overcoming imposter syndrome, leading with conviction and setting boundaries from three rising EMS leaders
Leadership involves techniques that direct the energies and abilities of a group toward the common accomplishments and planned objectives of the organization
5 Texas EMS medical directors recount the operational and 911 triage challenges recent weather posed as power outages afflicted the region
