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  1. Mya

    How to measure an NPA

    For re testing purposes!
  2. Mya

    How to measure an NPA

    I've heard both ways where I work. From the earlobe to the corner of the nose or the tip?? I've also seen both online.
  3. Mya

    Choking pt becomes unconscious...inserting an airway?

    Worked with an experienced medic yesterday and she said she'll try a few times to get it out but will NOT waste time and immediately force the object in when intubating. She's done it before. So...yup!
  4. Mya

    Choking pt becomes unconscious...inserting an airway?

    I recently took a BLS CPR class to renew my cert and the instructor told us that after some time if the patient has no chest rise and fall and the object is still there, that ALS will insert an advanced airway and just push the object into the lungs. 1. If there's no ALS (I'm an EMT) do we just...
  5. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    Oddly enough, Richland offered me a job a few days ago, a day after first priority. I'm going to go with Richland for now and see what's up. If I don't like it then I'll try out some other places. Maybe even try and get into that SWAT medic life if I can haha which is pretty good experience too...
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    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    Not a problem! I applied to them a week ago so I'm still waiting to hear back. I also just applied to Lexington Medical Center too. If I don't hear back in another week or so its IFT for meee lol (Lifegaurd, AMS, and Life Medical are the ones I've heard of).
  7. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    I'm actually pretty excited to apply to Lexington now and will definitely give up Richland. Thanks for enlightening me lol but I do feel better going with them now. I'm pretty much over trying to run a call with my boyfriend who works for the FD in Richland(doesn't seem too fun after all). I'm...
  8. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    Yea I'm definitely about to apply to Lexington seeing as that Richland is taking forever in getting my background check(which they asked me to get on my own). How are the type of calls versus Richland? I just really want to work on my skills and thought that since Richland has more crime lol...
  9. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    Ughhh I know, even applying is stressing me out. I actually was so close in applying to med school haha but decided this way was better. Yea, with how long ago some of my courses were, this is pretty much my one shot. I FEEL like I have a pretty good chance and at least ONE school will accept me...
  10. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    I also want to make money right now, just to be a little more stable. Are you talking about somewhere out of state or in state? I moved out her because my bf got a fire job lolol so basically I'm just chillin here for a year or so.
  11. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    WOWOWOW I really had no idea. I know that they're short staffed ALWAYS but still, wow. I will definitely look it up! The only issue is that I'm trying to submit some graduate school apps within the next two months that need 150 more patient care hours from me...so I'll work Richland for a bit...
  12. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    Doesn't sound too bad hahha too bad I don't have a car yet...and since I only have 5 months experience in 911, I guess Richland can be "good" experience until I move on. But damn I'm definitely a little skeptical about working there.
  13. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    The only thing that sucks is that I need about 200 more patient care hours before I can submit a few of my graduate school applications (PA) and I need them ASAP so after working Richland for a bit, I think I'll definitely move around. I don't think its worth it for NC though, seeing as I JUST...
  14. Mya

    Columbia, SC EMS companies anyone knows about?

    I've just recently moved to Columbia, SC and was wondering which companies anyone recommends OR knows anything about? I had an interview with Richland county EMS but heard their scheduling sucked and that Lexington county ems pays more (I have no idea how much so if anyone knows please tell me!)...
  15. Mya

    Good Job to Have BEFORE Becoming an EMT?

    There are many ways you can help people....most jobs in this world help people some way (retaiiiiil). Just try and find out what you're good at because working as an EMT has a commitment of going to school ( sacrificing not making money ) and depending where you live, you might not even make...
  16. Mya

    Why did you choose to become an EMT/Paramedic ?

    How I feel 80% of the time haha but I'm in too deep already. I'll probably be fully independent by my mid thirties. I became an EMT because I wanted to see healthcare/medicine from a different perspective and get my hands dirty before school, but I've mainly gotten my hands dirty with paperwork.
  17. Mya

    When does Los Angeles county bids renew???

    I was thinking McCormick is pretty legit and seem to care about their employees. And maybe CARE, but I see your point. But then, many of those EMTs/medics that don't care still want to go fire. Maybe to get paid more to not care lol.
  18. Mya

    Starting EMT School this Fall!

    Throughout my course I made lists of every disease/condition/anything I would encounter and would list S/S for each and Treatment for each also. I also wrote down vitals for specific conditions where pertinent , like "narrowing bp". It also helps you compare and contrast easily, like angina vs...
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    When does Los Angeles county bids renew???

    Damn, I knew it!! I was trying to be optimistic lol. CARE and PRN have hiring slots specifically for Bowers employees now too, so they're probably trying to sweeten the deal. I've definitely come to terms with how LA has a horrible EMS system (save maybe 2 companies). Outside LA county looks...
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    When does Los Angeles county bids renew???

    Any news on proposed bids!!? I don't even know where to look and I've found a few odd links that haven't given me much info. I heard from some PRN employees that they're looking to pick up a little 911 experience but these rumors may just be rumors. I have interviews for them and Liberty so I'm...
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