Since this is an optional patch, and not required so a word of caution, this is only for 2009 so only order what you think you will wear for 09, 2010 we will move back to our traditional patch.
Friday, January 23, 2009
25th Anniversary patch
In Celebration of MEMS 25th Anniversary, we have authorized the wearing of the MEMS 25th Anniversary patch. You are authorized to have this patch on your polo’s, or flying cross shirts in place of our regular patch for 2009.
Since this is an optional patch, and not required so a word of caution, this is only for 2009 so only order what you think you will wear for 09, 2010 we will move back to our traditional patch.
Since this is an optional patch, and not required so a word of caution, this is only for 2009 so only order what you think you will wear for 09, 2010 we will move back to our traditional patch.
Stations being re-keyed
It’s time to re-key all of the MEMS sub-stations.
We started this week and hope to be concluded by the end of the January.
Now, some things you NEED TO KNOW.
The new keys are going to be color coded: Pink and Blue
Pink station keys will be on each MEMS unit key ring. (The color will insure that they stay on the key ring.)
Blue station keys can be issued to an employee who wants one. Note: employees or their family members ARE NOT authorized to duplicate or have a station key unless it has been issued by MEMS.
MEMS Policy on station keys is: You can be issued a station master key only. You CAN NOT take it upon yourself to have a station master key made. If you have MEMS station key made without MEMS authorization, you will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. (ouch!!) In other words, don’t duplicate key…… J
You can see Louis or one of the supervisors in
Friday, January 16, 2009
UAMS is MOVING!
The entire hospital will begin moving all patients, equipment and supplies on Saturday, January 17, 2009.
Beginning Sunday, January 18, 2009 at 0800 the old ER will be closed and the new ER will be accepting patients. The new ER entrance is located off of Shuffield Dr. across from LRVA ER. Follow signs for ambulance parking and entrance.
The new Helipad, located on top of new hospital, will be completely operational beginning Sunday, January 18, 2009 at 0800.
Beginning Sunday, January 18, 2009 at 0800 the old ER will be closed and the new ER will be accepting patients. The new ER entrance is located off of Shuffield Dr. across from LRVA ER. Follow signs for ambulance parking and entrance.
The new Helipad, located on top of new hospital, will be completely operational beginning Sunday, January 18, 2009 at 0800.
Update on 232 (132)
The new 232 is beginning it transformation. Should be home near the end of February.
Friday, January 2, 2009
MEMS to be mentioned in new book
Lamar Pickens, MEMS patient suffered 3 gun shot wounds to his body after a man asked to use the phone in his business then turned and shot him. Mr. Pickens owns Lamar’s Auto Air and is very happy to be alive today. He attributes his life to Medics Jalana Braqnham and Allen Lawrence, but knows for certain that he was ultimately in God’s hands. Interesting, Mr. Pickens said, “the shooter pointed that gun at my head and I told him In the name of Jesus, don’t kill me…..” Strangely, the gun misfired and he only suffered powder burns to his face and “3-days of sulfur” in his mustache! He did take one bullet to the abdomen, one to his Left femur and one to his Right femur.
His book is called “Psalm 91:1”. He wants to name Jalana and Allen specifically in his book. Also, present on scene was Terry Henson, who he said scooped him up and carried him to the ambulance by herself!!!
I thought this was an interesting note. He is in the process of getting his book published.
His book is called “Psalm 91:1”. He wants to name Jalana and Allen specifically in his book. Also, present on scene was Terry Henson, who he said scooped him up and carried him to the ambulance by herself!!!
I thought this was an interesting note. He is in the process of getting his book published.
MANDATORY Paramedic Training
In January MEMS will carry 2 different brands of cardiac monitors, the LP 12 and Philips MRx. All paramedics are expected to attend one of these MANDATORY classes on the use of the Philips monitor. There are several dates to chose from but each class is limited in size.
Reserve your space early.
Monday, January 5th 1200-1500
Monday, January 5th 1700-2000
Tuesday, January 6th 0800-1100
Tuesday, January 6th 1700-2000
Wednesday, January 7th 0800-1100
Wednesday, January 7th 1200-1500
Thursday, January 8th 0800-1100
Thursday, January 8th 1700-2000
Friday, January 9th 0800-1100
Friday, January 9th 1200-1500
Saturday, January 10th 0800-1100
Saturday, January 10th 1200-1500
Monday, January 12th 1200-1500
Monday, January 12th 1700-2000
Tuesday, January 13th 0800-1100
Tuesday, January 13th, 1700-2000
Wednesday, January 14th 0800-1100
Wednesday, January 14th 1200-1500
We will also cover:
CPAP
Autovent A-3000 ventilators
disposable ventilators
Taser probe removal
Location: Training Building
You must submit registration form to the Training Department no
later than 3 days prior to class.
Space is limited so late submissions are subject to denial.
MEMS turns 25 this year
We are in the process of gathering old newspaper articles, pictures, videos, memorabilia etc...about MEMS for our 25th year celebration. If you have anything that we can scan, copy or have please contact Greg Thompson.
David turner has been working feverishly on writing down our history, already it is a great read. The actual Birthday is May 25th 2009, we hope to put out a multi media project to commemorate this day.
Your help is greatly appreciated.
GT
gthompson@metroems.com
David turner has been working feverishly on writing down our history, already it is a great read. The actual Birthday is May 25th 2009, we hope to put out a multi media project to commemorate this day.
Your help is greatly appreciated.
GT
gthompson@metroems.com
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Medics Caught on Tape Allegedly Decided Disabled Man Not Worth Saving
What an incredibly sad and tragic story. May we never allow our humanity and the reason we started doing this work to be lost
GT
Two EMT workers in Britain were arrested after they were heard allegedly discussing whether they should bother to resuscitate a disabled man who had collapsed at home and subsequently died.
Barry Baker, 59, who lived alone, dialed 911 saying that he thought he was having a heart attack. An ambulance was sent to his house while a controller kept him talking on the line.
By the time the ambulance arrived at the house in Patcham, Brighton, Baker had collapsed, but the telephone line was still open and was being recorded.
It is alleged that staff in the control center heard the two medics making disparaging comments about the state of the house.
A police source, who asked not to be named, said that the medics were then heard discussing Baker and saying “words to the effect that he was not worth saving."
The source said that the two men were allegedly first heard commenting on the untidy state of the house and then saying that it was not worth bothering to resuscitate Baker.
They are said to have discussed what to tell ambulance control and decided to say that Baker was already dead when they got there.
“Obviously the crew did not realize that the phone was still connected and, of course, the 999 call was recorded on tape,” the source said.
Sussex Police confirmed that two men had been arrested and that a full-scale investigation into the incident was being carried out by the major crime team.
Baker, who used sticks to help to him walk after undergoing hip replacement surgery, made the emergency call to the South East Coast Ambulance Service headquarters in Lewes in the early hours of Nov. 29.
GT
Two EMT workers in Britain were arrested after they were heard allegedly discussing whether they should bother to resuscitate a disabled man who had collapsed at home and subsequently died.
Barry Baker, 59, who lived alone, dialed 911 saying that he thought he was having a heart attack. An ambulance was sent to his house while a controller kept him talking on the line.
By the time the ambulance arrived at the house in Patcham, Brighton, Baker had collapsed, but the telephone line was still open and was being recorded.
It is alleged that staff in the control center heard the two medics making disparaging comments about the state of the house.
A police source, who asked not to be named, said that the medics were then heard discussing Baker and saying “words to the effect that he was not worth saving."
The source said that the two men were allegedly first heard commenting on the untidy state of the house and then saying that it was not worth bothering to resuscitate Baker.
They are said to have discussed what to tell ambulance control and decided to say that Baker was already dead when they got there.
“Obviously the crew did not realize that the phone was still connected and, of course, the 999 call was recorded on tape,” the source said.
Sussex Police confirmed that two men had been arrested and that a full-scale investigation into the incident was being carried out by the major crime team.
Baker, who used sticks to help to him walk after undergoing hip replacement surgery, made the emergency call to the South East Coast Ambulance Service headquarters in Lewes in the early hours of Nov. 29.
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