Code 321 Podcast

This episode is one from our archives, aimed at those of you gearing up to take your NREMT Exam. Our EMS Programs Manager Chris McCarthy has 20 years of experience as an EMS Educator and National Registry Representative. She has been the Lead Instructor Coordinator for the last three NETS EMT Classes. Chris will walk you through what to expect on test day with key rules and policies that you’ll ne...

Today’s guest is Matt Speier. Matt has 20 years of EMS experience and has worked in New York City as a FDNY Paramedic in Midtown Manhattan, in the Emergency Department of a Level I Trauma Center, as well as a technical rescue specialist on multiple USAR teams. He also served as a ski patrol paramedic, mountain rescue technician and is currently volunteering at a local rescue agency on a 911 truck....

In August of 2012, Kristi Goyette suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while running in Essex, VT. Jason Ziter, who was an Essex Fire First Responder at the time, was one of the first providers on scene and assisted Essex Rescue in the resuscitation. Jason Ziter is the Chief Business Officer and Founding Member of Northeast Emergency Training Solutions, LLC. Jason started his career in public safety i...

In this episode, the show takes a short detour from Emergency Medical Training to talk shop about how some of our medics got their start in EMS. Frank Rice, Nick Carson and Mike LaBombard take a minute to reflect on how they started in EMS and ended up where they are today. Frank Rice is the co-host for the Code 321 Podcast and the current Operations Manager for Northeast Emergency Training Soluti...

In today’s episode Matt Looft joins the show to talk about the Emergency Department. The department and the prehospital response are both geared to help patients that need us, now find out how these systems integrate best. Matt Looft is a Registered Nurse IV in the Emergency Department at the University of Vermont Level 1 Trauma Center. Matt ran as a EMT for UVM Rescue and currently holds a Bachel...

By popular request, Lieutenant Sean Ploof and Captain Genzlinger join the Code 321 Podcast to talk about lessons they have learned from the last 20 years in fire/ems service. As new members join and education becomes more available, the experience of those who came before you cannot be ignored. These tips are the culmination of the trials and tribulations of the job as learned by some of our most...

Today’s episode is about Crew Resource Management (CRM). Lt. Nate Perkins of Burlington Fire and Helicopter Pilot Matt Benoit of the U.S. Army join the podcast to talk about where this system comes from and why it matters. Both Matt and Nate hold leadership positions in their organizations and have more than a decade of experience in their respective fields. The Crew Resource Management system is...

In this episode, guest Ashley Hodgetts joins the podcast to talk about some ways people encounter negative emotions in healthcare and the bad habits that often accompany them. Ashley Hodgetts is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and a Bachelor of Science degree in Print Journalism. She also holds a certification as a health coach and is a 10-time marathon competitor....

Most programs require that you spend some time under a preceptor learning the finer details of how to apply your new training. This podcast features 17-year Senior Firefighter/Paramedic and NETS Instructor Nick Perkov, who has mentored dozens of providers at all levels in the area. We bring in special guest Andrew Virnig who is a Firefighter/AEMT currently in a paramedic program to talk about what...

In this bonus feature, NETS Logistics Manager Michael LaBombard calls into the Code 321 Podcast to talk about the experience him and Nick had before their NREMT Paramedic Test. As much as you try to follow all the advice people give you about testing, it doesn’t always go as planned, and that’s ok. In additional to their full-time fire/EMS jobs, Eric, Mike, and Jeremy are all instructors for North...

Every provider remembers their NREMT testing experience. It is a stress for some like no other. As a few of our classes are preparing for their Registry test this month, it seemed relevant to add our tips to smoke the exam on the first try. Nick is joined by Firefighter/Paramedic Jeremy Raymond and Firefighter/AEMT Eric Casavant (who was a guest on Episode 14) to share their tips for a successful...

In this episode Nick and Guest Eric Casavant talk about what makes a good partnership, the challenges of rotating crews and share their best memory that reminds them of why we do what we do. Eric is a current Firefighter/Advanced EMT at the Burlington Fire Department assigned to Ambulance 2 as Nick’s partner. He has a degree from Vermont Technical College in Fire Science and is a proud Northeast E...

In this bonus feature, Doctor George and Nick dive deeper into the pathophysiology of a brain injury and why we are moving away from permissive hypotension in TBIs. If you are looking for a little more than Episode 12 and want to understand the more complex ways the human brain mitigates injury, this feature is for you. From the Monro-Kellie Doctrine to Cushing’s Triad, Doctor George will share so...

This episode features Emergency Medicine Attending Physician Doug George. Currently he is a Physician Medical Director at the University of Vermont Medical Center in the Emergency Department. His background includes service as a Firefighter/EMT, medical residency in Boston, MA working with Boston EMS as well as a coveted EMS fellowship in Albuquerque, New Mexico where he provided 911 scene care bo...

This episode features Beth Jacobs M.A. Beth is one of the clinical psychologists who is pioneering specialized care in this area. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Professional Licensed Counselor and an EMDR certified clinician. Beth is associated with dozens of departments in the area and can often be seen taking care of first responders from across New York and Vermont. She att...

Tim Ferris is the Chief Operating Officer and founding member of Northeast Emergency Training Solutions, LLC. Tim brings over 17 years as a paramedic and almost two decades of EMS education from across the country. He is a current 911 firefighter/paramedic and paramedic program faculty in charge of training new providers. Operations are a key component of NREMT testing at every level and should be...

Prescott Nadeau and Troy Ruggles join me to provide their take on the important topic of training. Prescott Nadeau is a Senior Firefighter and Training officer at the Williston, VT Fire Department. He has been in the fire service since 2003 and holds the title of Training Officer. Chief Troy Ruggles is currently the Battalion Chief of Training for the Burlington, VT Fire Department. He has also ta...

In this bonus feature Doctor James takes the information from the "Let's Talk Airway" podcast and puts it into practice. When do you pull the trigger on intubation, what if that doesn't work? Here she helps you get more comfortable about putting knowledge into action. *There is an error, at 6:30. Nick refers to End Tidal CO2 being high in DKA but it was actually low.

Today we tackle the "A & B" in ABCs. Airway is one of the most crucial components of any EMS run. Our Medical Director, Doctor Wendy James joins us to talk about the things everybody should be thinking when dealing with the airway and breathing. Doctor James completed her residency in Worcester, MA while working as a 911 scene flight physician. Her experience includes 27 years in EMS, paramedi...

Special guest Bill Cotell joins Code 321 to talk about the different job opportunities that EMS can offer and how to get them. He shares his advice learned from 30 years of EMS including 18 years as a ALS Paramedic in the Boston, MA area. Bill has been held jobs in the volunteer, career and private EMS systems including titles as EMS Supervisor and Director of Operations. If you are thinking about...

Leadership is in everything we do. In this episode, Matt Kozlowski and Dave Auriemma join the Code 321 Podcast to talk about leadership. Dave and Matt have both owned large successful businesses in the area and combined have over 30 years in the fire service. These special guests will talk about important leadership qualities that they see in successful people, what it means to be a leader, and so...

Hosts Frank and Nick tackle the NREMT Paramedic Exam. For those of you that are looking at testing, this is a guide thorough each psychomotor station and the cognitive exam. The paramedic level is all about critical thinking and anticipating future needs. If you have any interest in paramedic certification, this episode is a taste of what you'll experience in the NREMT test.

NREMT Representatives and seasoned EMS educators Chris McCarthy and Kate Soons bring over 30 years of EMS education experience into this podcast about what to expect on your AEMT exam day. Nick and the guests discuss the pitfalls of testing, how to prepare, and give advice on how to excel on your Advanced EMT NREMT Exam.

In this episode, NREMT Representatives and Instructor Coordinators Chris McCarthy and Kate Soons join me to talk about the NREMT testing process. They have over 30 years of experience in EMS education and are responsible for many student's NREMT success. We will discuss what to expect on exam day, how to prepare for the psychomotor and cognitive exams, and any tips they have for nailing it on your...

In this first episode, you are introduced to your hosts Frank Rice and Nick Carson. They talk about the different levels of EMS certifications. They discuss the pros and cons of each one, the reasons you should progress in you EMS career. Frank and Nick also share their experiences through their education in EMS programs from around the country.