MT EMSC Prehospital Recognition Program
The MT EMSC Prehospital Recognition Program is a voluntary opportunity for ground EMS Agencies to achieve recognition in pediatric care. It is structured to be a multi-level recognition system, where agencies must meet the requirements of Levels I, II, and III to achieve Level IV.
Please help us congratulate the following EMS agencies for achieving pediatric recognition!
- Roy Volunteer Ambulance-Level II/Silver
- American Medical Response Billings-Level IV/Platinum
- Belt Volunteer Ambulance-Level IV/Platinum
The Overview and Application materials are on MT EMSC's website under EMS Agency Recognition.
For more information or questions, please contact Kelly Little, EMSC Program Manager, at (406) 444-0901 or at kelly.little@mt.gov.
Education and Training
First learning module kicks off PECC series
The presence of pediatric emergency care coordinators (PECCs) is widely considered the most effective strategy for improving pediatric emergency care. Learn about a new educational series to support nurse and physician PECCs. Read more. [trm4toyab.cc.rs6.net]
Webinar: Coaching the Champions for Pediatric Readiness
Wednesday, March 6th (11:30 am – 1:00 pm EST)
The webinar will feature the following topics and distinguished speakers
- The National Peds Ready Program and Survey (for EDs and EMS), Matthew Harris, MD
- The Always Ready for Children (ARC) program, Amy Eisenhauer
- The role of the ED and EMS Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator (PECC), Mark X. Cicero, MD
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Webinar: Pediatric-Specific Elements of Disaster Planning
March 12, 1:00-2:30 pm MST
During the 7th session of the Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN) Disaster Networking Collaborative (DNC), participants will learn about the disaster checklist [emscimprovement. Center], discuss the importance of plans and protocols, resources explaining essential pediatric domains, and the next PPN collaborative beginning in August 2024.
Registration for the session and more information can be found here [pedspandemicnetwork.org]. If you have any questions, contact dncppn@austin.utexas.edu.
Webinar: Child Ready Pediatric Trauma ECHO/Child Sexual Abuse
Friday, March 15, 2024, 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. MST
Presented by Rebecca Greenlee Girardet, MD, this didactic presentation will highlight key concepts for the clinical management of children presenting with sexual abuse concerns. The presentation will also briefly address approaches for preventing child sexual abuse.
The target audiences include pre-hospital providers, nursing providers, and doctors. CEs/CMEs are available. See the attached flyer for more information.
Register Here
AAP/AFSP Suicide Prevention Emergency Medicine ECHO online educational series - open to all disciplines
The ECHO program will provide online training for participants on the clinical strategies described in the Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention [aap.org]. It will provide evidence-based tools, resources, and support for implementing suicide prevention protocols in emergency medicine.
This ECHO series is intended to be interdisciplinary, and it is FREE!
The attached flyer has information on the program and how to register (links) through a smart sheet, and monthly reminders are generated to the email you provide.
New learning module on agitation for EMS!
Access a self-paced learning module on managing agitated pediatric patients in prehospital settings. Get started.
Improving Pediatric Mental Health: New Toolkit & Collaborative
A new toolkit has been launched to guide pediatric primary care and other providers in enhancing pediatric mental health care in emergencies; additionally, the initiative welcomes new teams to the ED Expansion QI Collaborative. Read more.
Fatal MVC-Related Injuries Among Occupants Ages 13–1, 2017- 2021
This Fast Facts from Safe Kids Worldwide focuses on children 13–19 years of age in the U.S. in 2021 injured as occupants in motor vehicle crashes (MVC). Additionally, data collected from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Injury Reporting System Tool (FIRST) shows Montana had the highest number of fatal MVC-related injuries among occupants ages 13-19 in the U.S. between 2017-2021.
Upcoming Meetings & Conferences
March 5, 2024, EMSC Quarterly Advisory Committee Meeting
- Featured Speaker: Stacy Zinn-former resident in charge of DEA Montana –Opioid Epidemic in Montana Schools.
- 10 am-12 pm
25th Annual Spring Fever Trauma Conference
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Hilton Garden Inn Conference Center Missoula, Montana
This conference is free to all participants, including a catered lunch. The morning will consist of dynamic speakers and presentations. The afternoon will consist of two hours of various hands-on skills practice. Nurses can earn up to 6 credit hours if participating in one of the SIM-MT courses. Register Here
MT Emergency Cardiovascular Care Symposium
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Delta Hotels Marriott Colonial, Helena, Montana
Featured Presenter: Dr. Trang Huynh, MD, FAAP. Dr. Huynh is a neonatologist, Associate Professor, Director of Neonatal Telemedicine, and Director of Oregon Health and Science University’s (OSHU) Neonatal Resuscitation Program.
Dr. Huynh has publications on reducing hypothermia in preterm infants following delivery, factors modulating effective chest compressions in the neonatal period, the ergonomics and preferred method for optimizing the delivery of CPR in infants, the effectiveness of mask ventilation during CPR, and characterizing prehospital response to neonatal resuscitation. She is a co-investigator on NIH-funded research describing pediatric safety in the prehospital setting and a recipient of grants to develop a neonatal resuscitation curriculum for EMS providers.
Dr. Huynh is presenting on prehospital newborn resuscitation, risk factors for infant sleep-related deaths, and Safe Sleep practices.
Target Audience: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Nurses, EMS Providers, Pharmacists, Students, Therapists, Stroke/STEMI Coordinators, and other Health Care Professionals.
Register Here
Montana Breastfeeding Learning Collaborative
March 25-26, 2024
Fairmont Hot springs Resort
The Montana Breastfeeding Learning Collaborative (BLC) is Montana’s premier conference on infant nutrition and lactation support. This learning event provides attendees with professional development opportunities and current clinical and practical lactation support knowledge.
Target Audience: physicians, nurse practitioners, lactation specialists, WIC clinic staff, public health professionals, hospital staff, health clinic staff, dietitians, nurses, and other interested healthcare advocates. Register here
Grant Opportunities
Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) FY 2024 Grant Applications Now Open
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The USDOT's Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Notice of Funding Opportunity [lnks.gd] (NOFO) is now open for applications. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent deaths and severe injuries on our nation's roadways. The FY24 SS4A NOFO has multiple application deadlines depending on the grant type and closes on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 5:00 PM (ET).
See below for important dates regarding this NOFO:
- Planning and Demonstration Grants
- Deadline #1: Thursday, April 4, 2024, 5:00 PM (ET)
- Deadline #2: Thursday, May 16, 2024, 5:00 PM (ET)
- Deadline #3: Thursday, August 29, 2024, 5:00 PM (ET)
- Implementation Grants
- Deadline: Thursday, May 16, 2024, 5:00 PM (ET)
Join the DOT for informative webinars designed to guide you through the application process:
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In the News
Ready. Prep. Go!, a podcast from the Pediatric Pandemic Network, features compelling conversations with emergency, disaster, and preparedness subject matter experts and those on the frontlines. Guests share their transformational stories and invaluable lessons learned from their experiences.
Children have unique physiological and developmental characteristics, making them particularly vulnerable to emergencies, disasters, and global health threats. Too often, though, disaster preparedness and response efforts overlook children’s needs. These discussions about key concepts in disaster preparedness and everyday readiness aim to inspire collaboration between emergency professionals and communities.
Listen on the Pediatric Pandemic Network website and wherever you get your podcasts. Click here to receive podcast updates and more.
Podcast #29 - Aubrie Carey: Integrating Community Resources Into Your Health Journey Through Local EMS
Guest Aubrie Carey talks about her healthcare journey as she navigates pregnancy in a rural area. She found support through Community Integrated Health (CIH) at the local Jefferson Valley EMS Service, which provided comprehensive health care during her pregnancy and after the birth of her child. This story is about resilience and the power of a supportive community.
Talking Health in the 406 is available wherever you listen to your podcasts. Subscribe on the platform of your choice.
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