Passing the NREMT
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced educators and students alike to adapt to unique learning platforms and methods. For many EMT and Paramedic students, the pandemic not only impacted their didactic experience, but their clinical and internship experience suffered as well. First off, breathe. It will be okay. There are tons of resources out there, including […]
Navigating the NREMT website
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians is a certification organization that provides EMTs and Paramedics the opportunity to prove they meet national standards. Having this certification facilitates getting licensed with any State organization. However, this does not grant automatic permission to work. It is not a licensing agency. It simply lets any State EMS […]
Who doesn’t love a good podcast?
If you are like me, getting engrossed in a good podcast makes you feel so much more enlightened and aware. Not to mention, you can nonchalantly drop some knowledge in a conversation among coworkers and sound really, really smart. But jokes aside, listening to an educational or anecdotal podcast can be beneficial for enhancing your […]
One career, many options
For a lot of Illinois EMTs who are in Paramedic school, your first job as a Paramedic will most likely be at one of the private ambulance companies. This is an excellent introduction to being a Paramedic and if you are already employed at one of these companies, your transition will be much easier! Most […]
Abbreviations and phrases you should know in EMS
If you are new to the field, knowing what to do clinically in a situation is crucial. However, when you are not on a medical call, understanding the meaning behind some commonly used phrases, words, or abbreviations may be helpful for acclimation and conversation. The list below contains a few examples that may be helpful […]