Recent content by Billyd

Been working for about 6 months and work 2-3 times per week. I use Tide detergent and softener and even a lint roller but notice my uniform shirt still has fuzz and even is fading a bit. I was wondering what you guys do to keep your uniform in good shape? Seems like using the best detergent and...

Thanks for replying. Happy to help anyway I can, I have a couple years of doing this stuff while taking care of my dad, so I don't mind it. Stay safe!

Just wanted to update you. I called the number because I haven't heard anything and a nice lady told me she is getting me background checked today and desperatley needs CNA's for 10PM-6AM shifts at CNA's. I told her I have an EMT license for LA County and she insisted it was good and I could...

Not sure about AMR SC. McCormick just announced to employees they won't get extra shifts if it results in overtime, so I assume no new hires. You can try PRN Ambulance.

You did everything you needed to do correctly and compassionately and that is why the family member thanked you at the end. We had a similar case last week but no death. Arrived to hospital, 79yo male with multiple myeloma. Get report from nurse who said he was brought in due to being weak, got...

When I did my ER rotation for EMT school, county fire brought in a cardiac arrest. First time doing CPR on a person almost as cold as an ice cube. Fire brought him to the hospital why instead of declaring? Because the family was distraught. Almost made me want to stop right there lol At a...

If they need me and they will take me with limited experience, I will go. As long as there is PPE, which they did "promise"

Thanks, I signed up. I heard on the news and just saw an article where Riverside County was looking for current and retired healthcare workers to volunteer. EMT-B and EMT-P was on the list. They are building a "field hospital" in the next couple weeks and are required to provide 30-40 staff...

Hey Guys! New member, passed NREMT in December and been an EMT at PRN ambulance in Los Angeles for about 3 month now. I read that Riverside County is in need of volunteers due to the CoronaVirus and was wondering if anyone knows what exactly an EMT basic would be doing? I only ask this because I...