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How Memphis Fire Department Cracked the Code on Recruitment and Retention

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Stephen points out the shortcomings of having HR staff or uninterested fire crews represent the fire department at recruiting events, often resulting in poor candidate engagement because those representatives lack the firsthand knowledge and passion needed to connect authentically.

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Just Culture in EMS

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Emergency medical services(EMS) has historically been a punitive system, resulting in people being unforthcoming about issues or concealing minor infractions in hopes of evading discipline. Scenario Two An emergency medical technician (EMT) is working a 911 shift in a very busy urban neighborhood.

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Women’s Health Challenges in EMS and Fire Service Culture

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1 min read Patient Care Podcasts EMS EMS Week EMT Paramedic The JEMS Report Empowering Communities: The Significance of Save a Life Day Dr. Ted Lee looks at the impact and importance of Save a Life Day for EMS Week.

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Unmasking the Mental Health Crisis Among First Responders

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5 min read Emergency Medical Care Patient Care Podcasts EMS EMS Research Podcast EMT Paramedic Pediatric Care Elevating EMS Education: Insights and Innovations from Industry Leaders Dr. Ted Lee discusses education as part of EMS Week. The discussion features Dr. Shira Schlesinger, Dr. Navin Ariyaprakai and Dr. Maia Dorsett.

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Documentary on the Life and Legacy of James O. Page Will Inform and Inspire

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Jim Page is often referred to as the father of modern EMS,” said Keith Griffiths, his partner in founding JEMS, the Journal of Emergency Medical Services, in 1980. Admin/Leadership News EMS EMT Headlines James O. Page was a force—driven, kind, relentless in his vision, and his story is one that can’t be lost to time.

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Falck Launches in Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex

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With this launch, the global emergency medical services leader brings its internationally recognized standard of care to one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. Our goal is to raise the standard of emergency medical services in the DFW area and support the health and safety of the communities we serve.”

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Unpacking CDC Guidelines on Masks, Vehicle Ventilation and Post-Exposure Protocols

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4 min read Admin/Leadership Exclusives Podcasts Chief’s Cadence EMS EMT Paramedic Podcasts Closing the Gap in Pediatric Pain Management Here are insights from a study on barriers and enablers in prehospital pediatric analgesia.