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mia culpa- deep breath taken- I understand what you're asking now.

Very well written. So many of the stories and situations I can relate to...

Sorry I'm a little late for the dance. If you get this before your interview I hope it is helpful. Be yourself- having no trauma experience is NOT a deal breaker. Nothing is more revealing than a candidate that has all the answers, all the credentials and all the attitude. Having a foundational knowledge base and an attitude to work within a team is the basic requirement for an entry level position. So when they ask you your weakness(es) do not shy away from your lack of trauma hands on experience. Just make sure you have refreshed some book learning;) Good luck, let us know how it went.

Trust Mostly we're all coming from the same place, we want whats best for our patient. If there is a disagreement try looking to the other view. Communication Talk with one another, keep the comm lines open, don't get tunnel vision (hearing). Planning Once you've launched you get some patient information, develop a plan together, be flexible and adaptable. Medical Control Some time you may disagree and a decision has to be made. Call medical control. The reality is, as your scenario would suggest, this may not be timely. See #1: do what's best for the patient. (If you get to the point where you're discussing a cric... most likely it needs to be done.) Professionalism Never argue, fight, or disrespect your partner in the presence of outsiders.

Do you get sick no matter the position in the vehicle? ie, facing forward, sitting on the bench sideways or in the aft facing seat? Getting motion sick should not impede hiring unless it is to the degree you can not perform your job. Background checks are no different than any other medical provider job. Unless the HR department has some paranoid delusion about transport. Hope this helps.

Ok... so you are "not afraid of a hard work"... then you should have no trouble finding the paragraphs of step by step instructions on how to research, apply and even conduct the interview process in air medical transport that others, and myself have posted on this website. The information is right here and is rather easy to find if motivated. Good luck with your endeavors.

The program in Hartford Conn. fly a RN and RT pairing. I think* both need to be EMT's. One may* have to be a Paramedic. If you're already a RT I would go the RN route because of the increased job opportunities and pay. In many programs RNs earn more money than the Paramedics. Even though they may do essentially the same job. * not absolutely sure.

ahhh... the memories:grpwlcm: right out of school, I landed a fulltime job on the evening shift in med-surg:up: but first I had to orient on day shift :bowingpur I'm not sure why but tht's the way they did things... whaat a nightmare:bugeyes: my preceptor was a nut:devil: constantly badgering to hurry up while she stood there with her arms crossed aand that ******* disgusted look:sniff: making snide comments about how she would "drop" another one.. why are people like that ? But I survived and made it to my evening shift.. (which was even on another floor) What a relief ! The Charge Nurse was awesome and the other nurses were supportive:1luvu: Appy yourself- don't take it personal- and never bring your worries to or from work. You can do this- I promise.

No, you are not too big. Half our medical crew weight about 235#. We even have some pushing 275#. Most programs have a weight limit, ours is 220# with helmet and radio. Obviously our management team does not enforce this policy. Good luck chasing your dream.

Ok .. don't know about your Union and the Collective Bargaining Agreement... but even in Massachusetts "oral sex with a resident" is professional misconduct. (Especially in the nursing profession) . What did the State Board have to say about this..'conduct?'

Ok... *poof*... you now have the assertivenss to quit the LTC job. This magic spell is only good for 3 days so do not procastinate... Now come here have a hug.... good, now go away.

Agree with the others; keep your license active. I would also advise you not to forget your nursing roots. They will serve you well as an RD. Good luck to you.

I think that this is an ideal time to bust someone's bubble. Before they spend the next three years of their career getting the minimum requirements to enter a transport nursing career only to find out that there is a whole lot more to the job than looking sharp in a jump suit . The original poster asked valid and sincere questions; and they were very well answered and the reality is that as a whole our safety record stinks. So why let a naive nursing student believe any different ? When you get a chance forward the link to the NY Post article on HEMS. I did a quick google search and found nothing. And if you have a scientific study that shows HEMS improves patient outcomes, I'd like to read that as well. Thanks !

Anyone interested in air medical transport should be completely informed. The Washington Post series is a concise, albeit journalistic, picture of the industry. The NTSB report is another good resource. http://www.ntsb.gov/Publictn/2009/AB09-HEMS.htm We're doing much better this year thanks to programs such as this: http://www.aams.org/Content/NavigationMenu/MemberServices/SAFETYVisionZero/default.htm As new people enter the field they must be aware of the dangers and pitfalls. Realistically speaking, when helicopters fall out of the sky your chances of survival are slim.

pricelessif you are disputing charges then call the program director and explain your concerns.