emsCharts Temp
There is a data rule related to patient's temperature (#2132) that is now appearing in emsCharts. Please see the screenshots below. To satisfy the rule, providers will need to either document a temperature on Page 8 (Activity Log) or select either "Unable to Complete" or "Refused". [click to view screenshots]
emsCharts Changes
On 1/1/23 I will be making some changes to emsCharts. The CHS Case # and CAD Event # will be swapping places. This is anticipation of CAD import going live at some point next year. I will be turning off all data points that pertain to running out of the Hilton Station. 08-18 shift will be turned back on. In anticipation of all this I will need all charts for 2022 to be advanced out of S0 so I can adjust the data validations to account for the year 2023.- Steve L.
BHACC Alternitive Destination Reminder
The Rochester Regional Health Behavioral Health Access and Crisis Center (BHACC) is an outstanding, but under-utilized resource in our community. Currently open 7 days a week from 9am to 9pm, it provides a multitude of services for individuals in crisis. Given the overcrowded ED’s and Psychiatric Evaluation Units, the BHACC received authorization last year to be an alternative destination for EMS and law enforcement agencies for patients in crisis – whether voluntary or under MHL 9.41... read more
Winter DPM Newsletter
Follow the link for the Winter DPM Newsletter: here
Mandatories
Friendly reminder that the due date for mandatories is 12/23!
Upcoming Dates
NEXT ALL-STAFF MEETING: January 3rd (Zoom Clinical Review) @ 1900. NEXT BOARD MEETING: January 10th @ 1800
Advisory 22-09: Prehospital Trauma Notifications
Providers are reminded of the importance in communicating through the Medical Control phone all trauma patients meeting any trauma center referral criteria that are inbound (whether 911 response or interfacility transfer) to Strong Memorial Hospital, the region’s only Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. URMedicine – Strong Medical Control 585-271-2769 http://mlrems.org/GetFile.aspx?fileID=27306
Calling Our Dispatcher
Please use the radio to contact dispatch vs the phone whenever possible. The multi contact methods can interrupt the dispatcher’s flow.
Strong Memorial Hospital Notification: Red Tape in Waiting Room
If you are triaged to the waiting room with a patient requiring oxygen, please utilize the two spaces marked with red tape on the floor. These designated spaces help remind staff to check O2 tanks. They are located just to the right of the public entrance of the waiting room. Please notify the RN that is at ambulatory triage if those spaces are occupied, and we will rearrange the patients.
Backup Rig Checks
As another option for backup rig checks there is now an option under the Rig Check field for backup rig checks that includes the minimum equipment checks necessary. This is an option available to get these backup checks done. You can still complete the ALS and BLS checks if you would like, this just provides another option for completing these checks.