Ridryder 911

this is your chance to voice, vent.. your opinion!.. about ems (general) .. does it need to be changed, fixed, remain the same... ?...i often hear a lot of complaints and compliments... time to speak out!.. again, thanks to all those that responded.. i will keep you notified of publication.. r/r 911

I too believe majority of the post, the power struggle on both sides, and ego's as well. Let me ask this..."do you think, Paramedic education level should be at least associate degree, baccalaureate level as in Canada? Do believe the traditional Paramedic curriculum addresses the majority of the patient emergencies and needs ? Should the Paramedic have more education in "general medical care"..? weaknesses .. strengths, recommendation... as well, do you actually consider them as health care professional? R/r 911

I appreciate the responses. How do nurses feel that the Paramedic or levels of EMS crews are educated and prepared to administer care, (pitfalls or good points). Report among nurses and EMT's... professionalism, good or bad ? Are they prepared to assist or work in the ER?.. Thanks again.. R/r 911

Hello to everyone! I am currently attempting to co-write an article for a national publication in regards to Problems in EMS. I am both a ER- RN for over 18 years and a field Paramedic. I believe there are some points that need to be addressed and changed. I would like to hear both the bad and the good points as well. Please, constructive criticism and downplay bashing if possible. My main focus will be on education, professionalism, and patient care, etc.. If you feel you dont want to post them, you can PM me. Thank you for your time and responses, R/r 911

I hope you have enough refresher and CEU's to recert. I always suggest to keep up as much as possible. I went back into the field full time... (reversed roles) while I finish my NP. Glad I kept up my Paramedic ..... R/r 911

In my ER half of the staff was Paramedics for several years before nursing. The facility is lucky, to have cross educated personal. Yes, there is some differences.. basically in nursing you are taught a little bit about a lot, where as a Paramedic you are taught a lot about a little bit.... Even our CEO was the former EMS director, this helps get some recognition for the ER staff. Actually, I went back to the field full time, as I pursue my ANP. I make just as much with my nearly 25 yrs as a medic and my 18 yrs as a RN. With only 10 shifts a month is easier for me at school.... I agree, it all depends on you education as a Paramedic, the same is true in nursing. Good luck in you pursuit, R/r 911