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.
Discover how mentorship helps EMS educators thrive, with expert insights from Jonathan Jenkins and surprise guest Mike Taigman
No one wants to join a sinking ship
Colorado Springs, Sacramento and Richmond: Integrating analytics into decision-making to enhance patient outcomes, personnel support and sustainable operations
Takeaways from the First CMS Data Collection Report on Ambulance Services to enhance service levels and reduce costs of service delivery
Morris Hospital recognized EMS System Coordinator Ed Ludwig for his committed to innovation and improvement
Don Hauge, former director of Southeastern Minnesota EMS, suffered a saddle pulmonary embolism
“You can’t oversee EMS medicine from behind a desk.” With a full-time medical director, providers gain a mentor, coach and advocate.
The Joint Task Force on EMS Response Staffing Configurations released a white paper focused on patient outcome data during an unprecedented staffing and economic crisis
Complacency can creep in after routine calls, but true emergencies don’t wait
Allegations of a coverup lead to disciplinary action within the fire department
The EMS Leadership Academy highlights the urgent need to address funding, career pathways and wellness support
When leadership turnover is persistent, is this a personnel issue or a deeper systemic problem?
Managing high-risk/difficult refusals with the FEARS mnemonic
Being present is only one part of MBWA: You also need to ask questions and build rapport
These priorities ensure leaders have the tools to inspire trust, lead effectively, and guide their teams with confidence and expertise
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Explore the intersection of severe weather and emergency services with forecasting trends, infrastructure vulnerabilities and the importance of proactive planning
Compare insights from both readiness- and demand-driven models
Regardless of why an error happened, the focus should be on preventing any future errors, supporting the provider’s remediation plan and helping them move on
The hotel that Nampa EMS Chief Tom Wright was staying in did not have an AED, but thankfully an EMS chief from another department did
Moline Deputy Chief Travis Noyd recalled wondering about his path in engineering technology before deciding to switch careers and become a paramedic
Recruitment, the opioid epidemic, climate change and mental health challenges are just as significant for paramedics now as they were in the heat of the campaign
An assistant deputy paramedic chief retired and an EMS captain was suspended after an investigation found falsified reports
From pioneering AED use, to mentoring a generation of EMS professionals, Dr. Wayne’s remarkable career set new standards for EMS systems worldwide
Inspired by a post on the Humbled Medic’s blog, our cohosts discuss how the Apple TV show is a masterclass in servant leadership
A background investigator can learn a lot about a person by simply looking at their social media accounts
Is the 75 Hard health and fitness challenge to boost mental discipline and physical fitness right for you?
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In Pierce County, Washington, five 911 centers unified into South Sound 911, streamlining emergency communication and inspiring nationwide public safety improvements
A structure collapse response is going to be bigger than just your crew, so requesting ample resources early can go a long way as technical rescue teams assemble
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