I had one of the highest grades in my EMT class (90% was required to pass, I finished with around 97%). That being said, on my first real patient contact all that knowledge seemed like it went out the window!
In EMS, unless you are in a crazy busy area, there is plenty of downtime. I suggest...
It's been a while since I have been active on this board, but this topic caught my interest as it is extremely relevant to my current situation.
I was trained as a basic in Western Washington State. In that area (King County Particularly), the protocols and the attitude are very pro-medic...
The short answer is William Shatner and my wife.
When I was a young tot (about 4 or 5 I think), I was lucky enough to be in that special zone where they were still showing reruns of Emergency! and there was this new show called Rescue 911. Yes, I realize I am dating myself here...
Anyway...
So I know we have several people on here intimately familiar with Washington State's creative EMS certification system.
Does anyone have any experience with certifying a non-EMS, but public safety (Contract Security) business as a Supervisory-Only agency?
The form looks pretty...
Eastern WA Services
I can't speak for Spokane, as I haven't been there much since I was an itty-bitty baby, but I know if you want to go more rural (like Brahma bulls in your backyard rural), Lifeline Ambulance is based out of Wenatchee, but they have smaller bases up and down the valley...
TCC Grad
Just got my certificate from the TCC program and headed to NREMT. You have good instructors. It is a challenging course, but a lot of fun. Good luck!
Hello everyone!
My name is Joe, I am 31, and I enjoy jazz and long walks on the beach...
Ok, seriously. I have served in many different facets of public safety and private protection. However, it has been a dream of mine since I was a very small child to be involved in EMS. In fact, I can...