Trending Topics
Tim_Nowack-1.jpeg

Tim Nowak, AAS, BS, NRP, CCEMTP, SPO, MPO, CADS

Critical Clinical Concepts

Tim is the founder and CEO of Emergency Medical Solutions, LLC, an EMS training and consulting company that he developed in 2010. He has nearly two decades of experience in the emergency services industry, having worked as a career firefighter, paramedic and critical care paramedic in a variety of urban, suburban, rural and in-hospital environments. His background includes nearly a decade of company officer and chief officer level experience, in addition to training content delivery and program development spanning his entire career. He is experienced in EMS operations, community paramedicine, quality assurance, data management, training, special operations and administration disciplines, and holds credentials as both a supervising and managing paramedic officer.

Tim also has active experience as a columnist and content developer with over 200 published works and over 100 hours of education content available online, and is a social media influencer on LinkedIn within the EMS industry. Connect with him on LinkedIn or at tnowak@emergencymedicalsolutionsllc.com.

LATEST ARTICLES
Successful airway management is the culmination of preparation, practice and technique mastery
Manufactured, concocted and blended opioids require EMS training, PPE and decontamination strategies
Empower through responsibility and invest through insight in your supervisory staff and company culture
No longer just for hospitals and helicopters, blood products can benefit medical and trauma patients in the field
Integrate data from EMS, fire and law enforcement to identify trends and community needs across disciplines
Wall, surface and stretcher mounts help secure equipment within the ambulance, reducing the potential for injury to patients and providers
Agencies should take into consideration local terrain, potential hazards and future needs before purchasing a specialty EMS vehicle
Tips for training EMS providers on interpreting a 12-lead, from studying EKG renderings and understanding their clinical significance
ePCR alerts, milestones and triggers can prompt meaningful analysis, immediate action or additional training
Pre-plan, build, and stock equipment that can serve as a future ambulance and specialty vehicle in the event of emergency evacuation