EMMCO News
2015 ALS Protocols Released
2015 ALS Protocols have been released. Implementation by 9/1/2015. Information Bulletin 2015 ALS Protocols ED Spinal Care Update
AEMT & BLS Protocol Update
The Bureau of EMS has released two information bulletins. AEMT scope of practice. 2015 Statewde BLS Protocol Rollout for all EMS providers.
Answering-the-call.us Goes Live
Check out your EMS agency's newest recruitment website - www.Answering-the-call.us Downloadable files are being added to the site.
Hands on Hands Challenge
In 2015, EMS providers are challenged to invite (1) friend to EMS and educate another in Hands Only CPR. Click HERE.
BLS Practitioners that expire April 1, 2015
New cards have been sent out. If you have not received your card, please check your con-ed in the EMS Portal then contact our office to make sure we have the correct address on file.
Thank you.
CPR Card Submission For Renewal of Certification
All certified EMS practitioners are required to submit a current CPR card at the time of their state certification renewal. See EMSIB 2015-002
The memo also addresses EMSVO credentials and the process that is to be followed if the NEW EMS provider registration card does not list the EMSVO credentials on the card. These process are in effect as of February 24, 2015.
New Scope of Practice
Published in Saturday's PA Bulletin is PA EMS's new scope of practice 2015. Nov. 2014 scope of practice
ATTENTION PARAMEDICS & PHRNs
ATTENTION PARAMEDICS & PHRNs
Your status reports along with a letter explaining your new expiration date has been mailed. Please contact our office to update your information if you do not receive yours by January 10, 2015.
FEMA PPE Course Announced
A FEMA PPE course for EMS personnel treating biological events is planned for Jan. 19, 2015 (8 am - 5 pm), Superior Ambulance Service, Grove City. Course Information & Registration Pre-registration required. Tuition Free. 8 hours Other CEU - PA Department of Health
Infectious Disease Information
The PA Department of Health has issued guidance to ensure EMS is prepared in the event the Ebola disease affects Pennsylvania. Keep up to date with current reccomendations on our Infectous Disease Information for EMS page. Updated 12/04/2014
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