Strategies to elevate paramedic safety, wellness, career development and operations
The state of the industry EMS Trend Survey explores issues tied to provider recruitment and retention; safety, health and wellness support; technology adoption; and career development, produced in partnership with Fitch & Associates and the National EMS Management Association.
EMS TREND REPORT
ANALYSIS AND COMMENTARY
EMS leaders hold the blueprints as we enter the era of evidence-based practices
Breaking down some light-hearted and professionally-serious tips to start and build a successful career in EMS
Prioritize your wellbeing to pave the way for sustained healthy living
Taking the concept of the right care, to the right person at the right resource to a new level
Engaging payers, the medical director, administrators and field providers was key to MedStar鈥檚 successful telehealth implementation
鈥淭here is no substitute for experience. Yet, regardless of experience level, it is important to consider how EMS education can teach situational awareness鈥�
The whole-system approach to protecting your personnel from violence
How a hybrid paid/volunteer emergency service model can provide the best care
AI has huge potential to improve care and EMS; but we must remain cognizant of potential biases
Five ways to shape policies that enhance patient care, streamline operations and provide a safer working environment
A 13-step action plan to provide compassionate and effective care while navigating the evolving legal landscape
Four steps to stopping the stress cycle
3 steps to stop staffing problem solving and start reinventing your agency
Results from the 2023 EMS Trend Survey identify an urgent need for increased mental health support
EMS leaders gather on our Congressional leaders鈥� turf to advocate for EMS
Be more proactive in your processes and maintain high-level standards of care
Join Fitch & Associates, SA国际传媒 and EMS Survey Team to examine the perceptions and experiences of EMS providers across the country
Can you have transparency without honesty and communication?
Three outdated paradigms holding EMS back
RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION
There is no substitute for high-context communications and training that occurs between two people, engaging privately, face-to-face
Is building a new kind of clinician merely a Herculean task or a fully Sisyphean one?
Stay interviews help employees feel valued, respected and supported, improving their engagement and motivation
Through a partnership with the Girl Scouts of America, Camp Fury is igniting a passion for public safety and emergency services among young girls
Creating a mindset to achieve diverse, equitable and inclusive hiring practices
Industry leaders weigh in on celebrating EMS Week amidst the forces shaping the EMS landscape
Agencies and government officials must evaluate performance expectations and funding to determine appropriate EMS delivery models
Dispelling generational myths and clarifying the root of workforce personnel differences
The EMS industry research has spoken: tradition and old cultural norms and beliefs don鈥檛 apply to the evolution of EMS today
A national survey reveals EMS economic and operations redesigns that would have been considered heresy just years ago
A state grant will fully fund training for 10 licensed paramedics for Rapid Response EMS
While the concept has been around for decades, it鈥檚 the buzzy term that鈥檚 prompted the recent focus on this approach to work
As an employer, the pressure is on to captivate the workforce and stand out in a competitive job market
鈥淲hat we have is a shortage of people who are willing to work under horrible conditions for chump change and be unappreciated鈥�
The pros and cons of growing the talent pool
5 questions to ask to create an employer value proposition that will solve your staffing woes
Our co-hosts discuss the week鈥檚 top stories and how providers can positively impact the EMS industry during their career
Is addressing provider frustration the key to reducing turnover?
Both extrinsic and intrinsic motivation are critical for keeping team members involved and prepared for the challenges they face
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Daily reading will make you a better provider, stronger leader and a more gracious colleague
When it comes to exercise, supportive equipment is non-negotiable
Tuesday鈥檚 theme aims to foster a culture of safety, collaboration and preparedness within the EMS industry and in local communities
Train smarter and stronger with these fitness tools
While you might be able to accurately diagnose every patient you treat, you must also prioritize your own physical and mental health
From painter鈥檚 tape to a post-project wash box, stock up on these DIY essentials
A special 鈥渢hank you鈥� to all the mothers who double as first responders
Our handy guide helps you make informed choices about cruise lengths, packing essentials and pre-cruise preparation
The American flag is considered a living symbol under federal law. We must treat it as such.
Even if you can鈥檛 travel out of town for a vacation, you can still make the most of your time off; here are some tips to help responders enjoy a staycation right at home
Show your pet鈥檚 public safety pride with these pet sweaters, tags and costumes
鈥淲hen the ER keeps us from another call, you may frolic while I hug the wall. I am there for you.鈥�
Informed by evidence EMS chaplain Russ Myers places a high priority on follow-up with EMS personnel and dispatchers after any pediatric patient transport
Here鈥檚 an overview of what EMS chaplains do and how you can become one
Take charge of your health with these helpful kitchen tools for better nutrition
Take care of your companions, even when you鈥檙e on a long shift
Strengthen your on-duty and off-duty workouts with kettlebells that promise durability and versatility for all fitness levels
Elevate your fitness routine with our picks for the most durable and versatile pull-up bars perfect for any home gym
From durability to design, learn which stability balls are the best fit for our dynamic needs
Eight choices for any budget to protect your property from the elements and reduce your heating and cooling bill
LEADERSHIP
New labor regulations will increase the salary threshold for overtime exemptions 鈥� Steve Wirth shares how this impacts EMS roles
Sacramento City FD Battalion Chief Erik Saari on creating positive pathways for all members to contribute to the department
Use this guide to determine when to activate air EMS and transport to a level 1 burn center
Emergency care representatives testify about reimbursement, access challenges
Communication applications, tech allow real-time feedback on critically ill patients; enable error-insulated hospital reporting
How Mehlville Fire Protection District used ET3 and community paramedicine to improve overall health and quality of life for the community
Learn how to hone your thinking process to optimize your agency鈥檚 performance and achieve your career dreams
How paramedics can take action to protect patients from falling through the cracks
Detailing changes to equipment and PPE priority lists
It may feel counterintuitive at times, but achieving trust starts by showing unilateral respect to everyone, even when you disagree
Drs. Tracy Coffey and Ashley Huff discuss geographic inequities and extraordinarily long transports
Navigating the evolution of leadership styles
Pittsburgh EMS Chief Amera Gilchrist shares the progressive plan she fervently believes will reduce staffing challenges
Why smaller EMS agencies need grant funding, and four programs to look into
Use the habit loop to set goals in motion and achieve success
Action doesn鈥檛 equal accomplishment 鈥� move with actual goals in mind toward a common vision
Debunking unsound research and increasing hospital collaboration to improve outcomes
5 lecture preparation tips to ensure you leave your audience wanting more
Top takeaways on what鈥檚 next for EMS after the discontinuation of the CMS ET3 model for reimbursing treatment in place
Customer service 鈥� good or bad 鈥� has an impact on patient responsiveness, provider stress and agency objectives
Let鈥檚 work together to change the outdated and flawed practice of progressive discipline
Offering educational options versus punitive responses can make all the difference
Identify and conquer the fight-or-flight response with these four simple steps
Peer-reviewed, empirical data is needed to pursue alternative payment structures
The actress is joining the team producing the 鈥淗onorable But Broken: EMS in Crisis鈥� film, to shine a spotlight on the urgent need for updated funding
ABOUT THE SPONSOR: PULSARA
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How a state鈥檚 wristband system and Pulsara redefined safety at the Texas Renaissance Festival
Assistance is available from the U.S. government, but local systems have important responsibilities
Pioneering patient management and communication tools may be the answer to enhancing provider job satisfaction and combating EMS retention problems
Once you鈥檝e determined what it will do, you face some more practical questions
It鈥檚 not as hard to get started as you might think 鈥� follow these initial steps