My introduction to emergency room nursing was during my senior year as a nursing student, as a patient care technician. Even though some days were trying and there was a lot of learning to be had, I almost immediately knew this is where I belonged. I have continued my career in the emergency department, where I have been working as a registered nurse for 5 years. During my career I have performed in many different roles, including patient care technician, new graduate nurse, staff nurse, triage nurse, preceptor and mentor for students and new employees, and even the role of charge nurse. The challenges of working in a high volume emergency department, caring for a diverse and complex patient population have been abundant. Emergency nursing is my passion and I am driven by the opportunity to expand my knowledge base and nursing practice.…
A quiet evening in the fire station is abruptly broken when the alarms blare and the dispatcher is heard giving prompt information about the caller and the given address. Regardless of what the first responders are doing when the call is received they drop whatever it is and quickly head to the truck bay and head into their vehicles. Even if they were sound asleep or eating the first meal of the day they go to where they are needed. Quickly they turn on the vehicles and the sirens and cut through traffic to reach their destination as soon as possible. The weather or dangers present do not matter as we are here to brave it all.…
Demonstrate high standards of performance including teamwork communication and compassion. Maintain current knowledge of treatments and protocols of current emergency medical standards. Posses the ability to Interact with patients, families, hospital staff and the general public in a professional and friendly manner. Perform basic and advanced patient assessments and care based on patients presented criteria and to monitor patients for changes so care can be reviewed and revised. Rapidly assess whether life-threatening criteria was present and took action. Inspect medical supplies and equipment being used on emergency the vehicles.…
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel pay rates can be of concern for a variety of reasons. For example, EMS personnel who are underpaid may not provide the level of response and care because of the lack of monetary fulfillment. In addition, without a competitive rate of pay, quality EMS personnel may become the minority when compared to personnel who lack the knowledge and skills to perform the required duties. It may become increasingly evident that pay rates and lack of benefits could affect the quality of EMS personnel entering the field. For anyone thinking of entering the EMS field, one thing is for certain, and that is the individual is probably not doing so to become wealthy. According to the website PayScale.com, the salary range nationally for an EMT/Paramedic ranges from $20,895 to $50,240, with a median of $32,547 (PayScale, 2013).…
There was always a desire in me to opt for a profession in which I could contribute to the society and help the people in need. What better way to do this than to be a paramedic who tirelessly works to aid people in distress. On joining this profession, one must learn to apply theoretical knowledge that to clinical and field situations. One must also learn many procedures and constantly update those skills. No day is a routine day. Every day, the shifts are different, the locations changed and clinical scenarios unique. The work pertains to attending calls such as trauma, cardiac and respiratory emergencies, substance overdose and many other situations and every call teaches some lesson. Apart from providing clinical help, paramedics have to act as efficient organisers and counsellors. Paramedics are often relied upon to control and direct emergency situations, this responsibility and challenging tasks is what draws me to become a practicing paramedic.…
Emergency medical technicians have a lot of responsibility. They are the first people to decide whether someone needs medical assistance or not. After deciding, they must act in a timely manner to give the patient the…
3. To be a paramedic, you must have good communication skills and clear judgment and thinking skills when it comes to a life or death situation.…
We see them every day on the street in squad cars, fire engines, and ambulances. They are always on watch, being the first to respond to any emergency that falls on the general public. The first responders such as fire fighters, law enforcement, medical personnel, and utility workers each have a key role to play and often work in support of one another during terrorist attacks, attempting to suppress the disruption and widespread fear. In this essay, I will discuss the risks that first responders encounter while responding to terrorist attacks.…
MANAGING HIGH RISK INMATES WORKING SMARTER NOT HARDER HIGH SECURITY OFFENDERS BUREAU OF PRISONS HIGH SECURITY OFFENDERS DAILY LIFE IN A USP • Daily schedule is highly structured • Personal needs are met with minimal effort • Television is a favorite form of recreation • Interactions with staff mainly involve requests for something (which are often denied) • Most purchases are indulgence items • Most of what they want has to be given to them by staff HIGH SECURITY OFFENDER USP INMATE CODE OF VALUES • The only inmates who talk to staff are snitches • Get out of my way and let me do my time.…
As a little girl, I have always wanted to walk in my father’s footsteps. He is a volunteer firefighter. I knew one day I would get the chance to be just like him. I am now a volunteer firefighter, and have been for about 2 years now.…
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has a mission to save lives of sick or injured people in emergency situations. The development of EMS has been based on tradition and, to some extent, on scientific knowledge. Its roots are deep in history. For example, the Good Samaritan bound the injured traveler's wounds with oil and wine at the side of the road, and evidence of treatment protocols exists as early as 1500 B.C.…
When people hear that I am a firefighter there are many questions that follow. The most common question I get is; do you work at the fire station close to your house. Another question many people ask is; do you have to stay there the entire time. I feel the reason people ask this is because they do not know the difference between a career firefighter & a volunteer firefighter. A person could be a mix of both types. I am going to help you understand the major differences between these types of firefighters.…
Becoming a volunteer firefighter is not an easy job to do. No person can just walk into a volunteer fire department and say I am now a volunteer firefighter. There are steps and classes you have to take and pass before you can become a card holder. In order to begin the steps and classes, you need to figure out what fire department you want to be on, and go speak with them. If they have open rosters, then, they will set up your classes and trainings, if your background check comes back clear. It is important for individuals to understand what it takes to become a volunteer firefighter, and how it can affect a firefighter’s life and families.…
In today’s world, there are many opportunities for adults to work. Some of these jobs are in the private sector, and some are in the public sector. Among the public jobs, policemen and firemen are the more recognized career paths. Either is noble and helpful to society, but firefighting offers more variety and opportunities for one to advance. A career in firefighting can be a good career path to use one’s gifts and talents, help other people, and make an honest living.…
The day I began accomplishing my goals was the first day of my junior year at Center for career and technology education. I began learning the many wonders that consist in our human bodies. The functions of the human body and the effects of the environment, drugs, and genetics on humans never failed to catch my high interest. Since that day on it was all about anatomy, medical ethics and health science my absolute passions. I learned skills such as the proper way to make a hospital bed, hear blood pressure sounds, and how to properly wash hands .I participated in “Teddy Bear Clinic” were I taught elementary students EMT skills that are performed during any type of emergency call and It was love at first sight. Since that very moment studying for the EMS field caught my absolute attention. I knew It was the program I wanted to join for my senior year and out of 26 students and only 16 spots available I was one of the lucky ones who got in. Throughout my EMT course…