Patricia Morse Nov 22, 2008
She was a former EMT for BYE Ambulance Service and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Elmwood and Order of the Eastern Star. Also surviving are four children, Mark of Hendersonville, N.C., Fred (Dawn) of Oak Park, Jama (Jeff) Kriz of Eden Prairie, Minn. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
HCHC Board revenue tops $4 million Nov 21, 2008
Golden Triangle Media. Friday, November 21, 2008. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
City, AMT eye deal for services Nov 20, 2008
He said the department has firefighters certified at all three levels of emergency medical training, but the department is only licensed to perform EMT intermediate services. AMT staff are the only personnel licensed to provide EMT paramedic services the highest level in Pekin ... Firefighters with EMT Intermediate training can intubate and establish an IV to administer medications and fluids, among other services. (Pekin Times, IL)
Supes hold first meeting of month Nov 20, 2008
He said there are about 15 people interested in taking an EMR or EMT-basic training course ... "Really take a commitment to put them through a EMT course," said Montgomery ... According to Montgomery, the cheapest way to offer medical training is to get the current EMTs up-to-date then later offer an EMT course if the board decided. (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
Pilgrim Reflections Nov 20, 2008
I always wondered why an EMT or hospital personnel would be worried if my BVDs were clean or not. Or, we were always told to clean our plates because there are so many hungry people overseas. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Boxfords Aghoian joins Massport Fire-Rescue Nov 20, 2008
Aghoian is a personal trainer, EMT, and is Firefighter I/II certified. She has completed 10 marathons in several cities including, but not limited to the Boston Marathon. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Veteran essays: Rathbun, Loew, Schulte, MacNicol share military histories Nov 19, 2008
She also took EMT training. Being a hospital nurse was not hard, but she thought it was boring. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Mini-Christmas bazaar to be held Nov 19, 2008
Gathering by some of the many items to be sold are, from left, Earlene Willett, workshop and bazaar chair; EMT J.J. Chico; Jennie Duggan, committee member since September 1975; EMT Neva Laskowski; and Dorothea O'Neill, ACMSI committee president. Items available for purchase include Christmas items, bakery items, collectibles, jewelry, knick-knacks, afghans, gifts, linens, books, magazines, and much more. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Lifeline to remain in Douglas Nov 19, 2008
Pictured, from left, are Jesus Munoz, EMT, Douglas Fire Department; Royce Willhoyt, AZ Lifeline pilot; Raul Alvarado, paramedic, Douglas Fire Department; Henry Dominguez, Flight RN, and Matthew McVay, Flight Paramedic, AZ Lifeline. Despite rumors, Lifeline is maintining its emergency medical air service in Douglas. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Outrage follows strangling death of Murphy boy Nov 18, 2008
" At the time of the accident, Cantrell said she was halfway through a CPR training course. It took the operator two-and-a-half minutes to transfer the call to an EMT. Once the transfer went through, Cantrell was once again asked basic questions, such as "What is the phone number there ... " Murphy Police Chief G.M. Cox said dispatchers don't give medical advice. "There is Good Samaritan laws out there that tell you if you don't have the training and you don't give it you're really not liable,"... (KHOU.com, TX)
Together (11/17/08) Nov 17, 2008
Johnny worked as an intensive instructional aide at Glennallen Elementary School, a buildings and groundskeeper at Copper Valley Electrical Association, and a volunteer EMT on the ambulance crew in Glennallen. He is presently employed with United Parcel Service in Dallas and will begin paramedic training in December. (Anchorage Daily News)
Emergency Dispatchers serve the public Nov 17, 2008
Always wanting to be an EMT, Harkin went to the effort of taking the training and became an EMT for Mid-Mo Ambulance District. He eventually wound up in California as an emergency dispatcher and is full-time until January. (California Democrat, MO)
Mid-MO Ambulance Base manned 24/7 Nov 17, 2008
From left, EMT Debbie Rugen and paramedic T. J. O'Brien are one ambulance crew that serves the California base of Mid-MO Ambulance District ... One of the crews consists of EMT Debbie Rugen and Paramedic T. J. O'Brien ... Rugen, Tipton, has 23 years of ambulance service, most as an EMT, but a few years as a paramedic. (California Democrat, MO)
Colorado shooting range aims to be family-friendly Nov 15, 2008
He has plans to expand his training business, maybe offer EMT classes, for starters, and go from there. He'll have his occasional Iraq "vacations" to work off all that nervous energy. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Nursing home whose patient had maggots cleared of neglect Nov 13, 2008
"His eyes were evaluated (the day he was transported to the hospital) by the hospice nurse and an EMT and there was no sign of them," she said. The nursing home also was cleared of neglect in two other problems noted by hospital staff -- a partly inserted catheter and a sore on Digiannurio's left elbow. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
The season of generosity Nov 13, 2008
Purchase * Reserve a white or colored light for $3 on Chetek's Tree of Love, sponsored by the Chetek EMT Association. Call Sue Gehl at 764-2617 for details. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Accident near American Legion Post Nov 13, 2008
Pictured extricating patients from one of the vehicles are, left to right, firefighters Ray Parr and Tom Bischel, EMT Sue Gehl and Fire Chief Joe Atwood. The Chetek Alert 2008. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Some North Iowa districts haven't hired school nurses Nov 13, 2008
At Greene, an elementary secretary is an EMT. The school is also within a few blocks of the medical clinic ... Dwight Widen, superintendent at one of the state s smallest school districts, Woden-Crystal Lake, said his district also has EMTs on staff and secretaries who are allowed to dispense medication. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Pat Hanley, at 55; was firefighter, EMT in Framingham and Sudbury Nov 11, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Economic crisis takes toll on minds, bodies of Central Illinoisans Nov 10, 2008
Exercise and spending time with family are two good ways to relieve stress, said Dave Hall, a Bloomington Fire Department EMT and firefighter ... Exercise and spending time with family are two good ways to relieve stress, said Dave Hall, a Bloomington Fire Department EMT and firefighter. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Dale City EMT Dies During Firefighter Training Nov 10, 2008
Turnbough was a certified EMT and had been a volunteer for eight years. She had recently begun training to become a firefighter, and the exercise was part an entry level firefighter certification class. (ABC 7 News, DC)
State, County Election Results: Nov 10, 2008
Im_not_saying wrote on Nov 6, 2008 1:35 PM:" El Gabilon - Emergency workers make more than minimum wage because there is a fiar amount of school they have to take and then to keep their certifications. Everyone from a cop to an EMT has annual training they must complete. And these are the people saving lives and putting out fires - You really think a McDonalds worker has the same amount of responsibility or training? And all the improvements you quote are now in effect - There are still kids... (Longview Daily News, WA)
LETTER: Where is bailout for health care system? Nov 8, 2008
When I was doing my ER time as an EMT trainee I was talking with a young intern doing his time. He ask me how much EMT basic's usually made, I said nothing, we usually work for free ... Strangely enough, EMT's save more lives in the field than doctors do in ER. " Most commented: (57) (8) (3) (3) (2) (2) (1) (1) (1) More headlines: ?2007 Journal Gazette and Times-Courier, divisions of Lee Enterprises.. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Paid EMTs at Stony Hill Nov 8, 2008
Shannon McDaniel, who has been an EMT for the last nine years, is based out of Oxford. Ms. McDaniel said that Monday was her first time working in Bethel. (Bethel Beacon, CT)
Choctaw EMS up for discussion Nov 6, 2008
Webster County has no legal obligation to help but they do because they want help if needed," said Marvin Weeks, an EMT with Choctaw and Webster Counties.Montgomery said if the board asks NMMC-Eupora ambulances to cover part of Choctaw County they will want to be compensated but doesn't think that is necessary.He said Todd Shuttles, at NMMC-Eupora EMS, said no written agreement is necessary, they would send an ambulance if needed."We depend on Webster EMS a good deal because they may need help,"... (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)
Supes discuss medical training for firefighters Nov 6, 2008
Steve Montgomery, Choctaw County Emergency Management director, and Marvin Weeks, EMT with Choctaw and Webster Counties, asked the supervisors about EMT training for Choctaw County volunteer firefighters ... Steve Montgomery, Emergency Management director, and Marvin Weeks, Choctaw County EMT, discussed with the board EMS problems No action was taken. (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)
Health warning fora computer age Nov 5, 2008
Nevertheless as late as December 20, 2007, The Wall Street Journal ("Don't Count On A Stimulus Plan") indicated that former Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan, a strong proponent of the Efficient Market Theory (EMT), recommended that politicians do nothing to prevent a possible recession that may be coming as result of the subprime mortgage lending mess ... This problem developed as economists and market participants forgot Keynes's liquidity preference theory (LPT) and instead swallowed... (Asia Times Online)
Air Force Reservists Test Wartime Capabilities Nov 3, 2008
Reserve medics train at Kunsan. " Kunsan AB Airmen also helped them with fulfilling their training requirements by providing chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear training courses. "The (contingency aeromedical staging facilities) tents can take anywhere from two to six hours to put up one tent," said Senior Airman Nikki Lougheed, assigned to the 944th Aeromedical Staging Squadron from Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. "I think this type of training has been going really well and everybody... (DOD DefenseLINK)
How to Become a Physician Assistant Nov 2, 2008
Gain vital clinical experience working as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) if your eventual goal is employment in an emergency department. Consider working as a medical assistant in an office practice within your desired area of specialization. (Suite101.com)
Fire Dept. gives awards Nov 1, 2008
By Kathleen Kirwin / Staff Writer. Fri Oct 31, 2008, 12:46 PM EDT. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Pilot Concerned About Weather Before Chopper Crashed, Tapes Reveal Oct 31, 2008
Stay on top of breaking news. Sign up for ABC 7 News e-mail alerts. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Well-defined path for RNs Oct 30, 2008
ALBANY Joan Minnick of Cohoes was a firefighter, an EMT and then a medical assistant. Now Minnick, 44, is trying to get certified as a licensed practical nurse with the goal that, maybe someday, she'll be a registered nurse. (Albany Times Union)
Candidates for mayor, council in Powers Oct 29, 2008
Work part time for Myrtle Ambulance as a EMT (Emergency Medical Tech). Explain your political experience. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
EMS in possession of CPAP machines Oct 29, 2008
Also on hand are from left, paramedics Sherry Green and Shane Tidwell, Personnel Director Patricia Arnold, Peek, EMT Neva Laskowski, and Training Director Cathy Farmer. Photo by NORMA MARTINEZ. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
CVBESA seeks more support from hospital Oct 29, 2008
The two EMTs even obtained bee killer - "no doubt purchased by themselves," she wrote, "returned to his house and took care of his assailants. This crew did not just perform their job, but went out of their way to provide quality customer service that has gone missing in emergency service. I have no doubt those two EMTs take pride in ownership of their work. As an EMT instructor I plead with my students to look into themselves and to find their own core values that define a person and are... (Dowagiac News, MI)
“Skin Deep.” Oct 28, 2008
But not as much as you might think, said Chris Quimby, an EMT from Brockton who got his third tattoo, a Celtic cross on his back, at 16 Broad St. one recent afternoon. On a scale of one to 10, Quimby pegged the pain at a one. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Oct 28, 2008
com Phone: 321-253-2000 Ref ID: MEL-PPEC-EMT Fax: 321-259-6276 Description ... PSA is currently seeking an experienced Per Diem EMT with pediatric experience to escort children in a non-emergent transport situation in a safe and secure manner ... Current EMT licensure in state of Fla. (Florida Today)
Coon Valley Fire Department boasts seven female members Oct 25, 2008
All the women are firefighters and first responders, while four are trained EMTs and one is a paramedic ... Her mother, Denise Dahlen, 44, an EMT and CNA at Vernon Memorial Hospital, signed up about a decade ago for the opportunity to help others at the time they need it the most ... CVFDChief2 wrote on Oct 25, 2008 1:50 AM:" Two members not mentioned in the article:Jen Sisbach, Chaseburg, an emergency room EMTCary Christianson, Coon Valley, an emergency room RNThere have also been three other... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Two-Year-Old Hit By Car In Mason Oct 24, 2008
A neighbor, who is a former EMT, called 911. The child was flown to Children's Hospital where he is in stable condition. (WKRC.com, OH)
Fire board race Oct 24, 2008
My father was an EMT and volunteer firefighter. My mother was involved with children's education and worked to provide temporary housing to the homeless. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
EMT shortage prompts Memphis Fire Dept. to offer $10,000 sign-on bonus for recruits Oct 23, 2008
"We are short 73 EMTs," says Keith Staples, public information officer for the Memphis Fire Department ... EMTs are trained on three levels: EMT basic, EMT IV and EMT paramedic ... An EMT basic requires a semester of training while an EMT paramedic requires two years of training. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Mountain helicopter rescue Oct 23, 2008
After the helicopter landed, the nurse and the EMT rushed Scheer into the Emergency Room. "It was just minutes until I was out of the helicopter and into the operating room," Scheer said. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Tri-State donates retired ambulance to Western Oct 22, 2008
EMTs and paramedics spend a great deal of their time in the back of an ambulance, Slaby said ... Future Doctor wrote on Oct 22, 2008 7:05 AM:" Kudos to Tri-State. I became an EMT through WTC this summer and this would have been useful... What a wonderful new tool! ". (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Letters to the Editor (Oct. 16) Oct 21, 2008
VH wrote on Oct 20, 2008 3:20 PM:" Just because you didn't get the BUSH stimulus check does not mean it came directly from you. You didn't pay for it anymore than I paid for Joe Smith's check down the street. You have no idea what I did with the check either. Perhaps I spent it on something related to your business (since I don't know what you do, I can't say), OR perhaps I put it into the bank, then the bank ran credit for you. So, you're welcome.You seem to think that business owners are some... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Northside seniors recognized for saving swimmer Oct 20, 2008
Boyd is a member of the Sidney Volunteer Fire Department and is currently enrolled in a basic EMT class at Beaufort County Community College. At NHS, he is involved with the soccer program, Skills USA and the Ducks Unlimited chapter; he attends St. Clair s Church of Christ. (Washington Daily News, NC)
EMS takeover likely decided by next month Oct 20, 2008
The hospitals' decisions to get out of the ambulance business sparked fears among EMTs and paramedics who worry the transition will leave them unemployed, or at the least, underemployed. Although the four private companies' owners have said they plan to hire any qualified EMT already working for the hospitals, an August e-mail written by interim director of emergency services at St. Mary's, John Reeck, says at least 50 percent of the employees will be retained. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Climber injured after fall on Mt. Hood Oct 20, 2008
The climber who fell but was not injured was reported to be an off duty EMT and firefighter and was able to assist the injured man while they waited for rescue crews. Members of the Clackamas County Reach and Treat team were dispatched to to the area and had reached both climbers by late Sunday afternoon. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
JC firefighters oppose county tax for ambulance Oct 19, 2008
Parrothead911 wrote on Oct 19, 2008 3:52 AM:" Though my preference at this time would be for a countywide EMS District, I realize that is not going to happen anytime soon.As for the City needing 44 people to cover the ambulances, it would be good for the FD. In many FD's , everyone is crosstrained for ambulance calls (either EMT or paramedic level) and firefighting. Therefore more firfighters would be available if a huge fire (or several fires at once) hit the city. " ... JCFD runs on all city... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
• N. Idaho man hopes for kidney transplant Oct 18, 2008
He'll freshen up on his EMT training if he gets the transplant, but he expects the unlikely call will never come. His niece dropped by recently to pick up the video camera she'll use to shoot his memorial service, and after she left, he admitted he didn't have a mantra to soothe him over the journey to come. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Hospital Corpsman DiBiasie opts to continue military career Oct 17, 2008
At the start of her military career, DiBiasie was stationed in Okinawa, Japan where she earned qualification in advanced life support and as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). She was also able to spend time on a medical mission for eight days in the Philippines where she treated over 1,600 patients. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Not your parents' vocational school Oct 17, 2008
In the next room over, students study to become EMTs in a class taught by an instructor from Massachusetts Bay Community College. EMT Students earn six college credits and will be certified EMTs, said Zomar. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Details released in fatal firetruck accident Oct 16, 2008
" Firefighter wrote on Oct 9, 2008 12:18 PM:" As a former volunteer fire fighter and an EMT, not many people realize what you have to deal with on the road when you are driving with your lights and sirens on going to a call. Instead of saying it was the driver of the fire truck's fault, or saying the woman that died was at fault, why can't we all just pray for the families of all those involved. (Munster Times, IN)
School Committee gets health lesson Oct 16, 2008
She said school nurses had to summon EMT S to transport six school department employees, 12 students and two visitors to South Shore Hospital because of an injury, or medical condition during 2007-2008. We had 45,133 visits to the school nurse offices in 2007-08, Afzali said. (Weymouth News, MA)
More of this story Oct 16, 2008
For the last five years he worked at the Browning hospital in the emergency room, putting his EMT training to good use there and with the Browning ambulance crew. "I've always liked that kind of work," he shared. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Toombs leaving to direct Christian EOC Oct 15, 2008
She has an extensive background in emergency services and is certified as an emergency medical technician, an EMT trainer, firefighter and Department of Criminal Justice training officer. She has also completed training in a variety of fields, including domestic violence training, GPS mapping systems, basic trauma life support and search and rescue. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
County ambulance services request EMT course funds Oct 15, 2008
Ambulance service members Teresa Holland and Laverne Schieffer of the Tabor service, and Steve Maruska of the Scotland service, addressed the board requesting assistance in advertising an upcoming Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) course, and asked for county financial support to provide the class. Due to the fact that EMT numbers in all departments are severely low, a class beginning in January 2009, to conclude in May 2009, will be held in Bon Homme County to attempt to add additional... (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
OCEANSIDE: Fire union raps councilmen over ambulance discussions Oct 11, 2008
And what did it cost the City to get those non-union ambulance driver/EMT's out of the fire house ... It only really requires one paramedic and a competent EMT to treat these patients. (North County Times)
Community Notes Oct 11, 2008
Smile Sacks to be used in EMT ambulances will be filled this month. Last month s program included a video showing activities and locale in Haiti which are the focus of the local group, Hands Helping Haiti. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Paramedics ready for anything Oct 10, 2008
Emerson ALS supplements the basic life support that towns emergency medical technicians (EMTs) are trained to provide ... I chose this, said Cefalo, who worked as a cabinetmaker and wilderness EMT in California before doing paramedic training in Alaska ... Firefighters are trained as EMTs and can perform basic life support, while paramedics are able to provide more advanced care. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Aiding hurricane victims Oct 7, 2008
As a certified EMT and an officer with the American Red Cross, Saguto is used to running toward danger while everyone else is running away. In 2005, he volunteered during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, where he was in charge of his own disaster-relief shelter for 3,500 people in Houma, La. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
BILLY CHARLES AMELUNKE Oct 5, 2008
He was a longtime ambulance driver, EMT, paramedic, emergency medical technician teacher and, most recently, dispatcher for TLC Emergency Services. He was an instrumental part of implementation of the paramedic program for Terrell and will be remembered by the EMTs and paramedics that he taught, most of which are still in service today. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
iPhone and new technology enables health providers to access key life-saving information Oct 4, 2008
BLACK DIAMOND, AB, Oct. 3 /CNW/ - When Foothills Regional Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Mike Anderson recently arrived at the scene of a car accident and found a person unconscious, he assessed the patient's condition and realizing he had little patient information, activated an iPhone to obtain necessary health data on the person's allergies and current medications ... However, Berry says she and her partner, EMT Mike Anderson, are aware of those locations and are usually able to obtain... (Canada Newswire)
Note to Main Street: Congress LOVES you Oct 4, 2008
And an ambulance squad: "We have the EMT function," said Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass. (AZCentral -- Business)
Council seeks more time on emergency service decision Oct 4, 2008
Hogwashin wrote on Oct 3, 2008 10:34 AM:" The article says that the arrangement has become increasingly lopsided. The article says that Cowlitz 2 responds to 1182 calls and Longview Fire responding to 135 calls. These numbers are not lopsided, because the Cowlitz 2 calls are AMBULANCE CALLS and the Longview calls are FIRE CALLS. Which call costs the tax payer more? An ambulance with two EMTs or a fire truck with 6 firefighters? This ratio of ambulance to fire calls is also supported by the... (Longview Daily News, WA)
GBI investigating man's death Oct 4, 2008
According to incident reports, when he arrived an EMT told Hines that a medical patient (Bouie) was in the house fighting and would not let them assist him. He said Bouie had hit him on the head when he was trying to take his blood pressure. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
