National EMS Week

This third week in May is set aside for all of the dedicated EMS workers around us.

The men and women who respond to medical emergencies sign up to help those who have smaller medical issues along with those in crisis.  

Basically, on any given day you or a loved one could need medical attention quickly and it is the emergency medical practitioner that will come to your aid.  

Every time you call 911, the police, firefighter department and ambulance arrive.

It’s those people in the ambulance that take over and do their best to stabilize the patient and get them to the closest medical facility.

The main jobs are medical technicians and paramedics. Requirements are strict.  Initially you need to be a minimum age of 18 and you must be BLS (Basic Life Support)-CPR certified.  

In addition, you must pass an EMT training course and two exams, one cognitive and the other psychomotor.

You must also have National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NMERT) certification and a driving license.

The EMS training lasts between 4 and 6 months depending on the state and you will learn how to use medical equipment and how to respond to different kinds of medical emergencies.

The life of the EMS practitioner is highly important, never dull and requires the ability to handle stressful situations.  It is very rewarding and gives a strong sense of community.

Private Home Health Care is so appreciative of the work of EMS practitioners.  We honor and respect them this week and we are thankful for the times they have responded to our needs.