RN to Paramedic

RN to PARAMEDIC

This two-week course will apply the Registered Nurse’s previous clinical knowledge to field situations and supplement it with additional knowledge and skills related to pre-hospital situations. This intensive course will cover such topics as patient assessment, rapid extrication, intubation, pre-hospital medications, equipment and patient management. Successful completion of this course will result in a Paramedic Certificate of Completion for the Paramedic Program and eligibility to sit for the National Registry Paramedic Examination.

Course Dates

Monday through Friday, May 5-16, 2008, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Monday through Friday, July 7-18, 2008, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Monday through Friday, October 6-17, 2008, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Didactic training is scheduled during the day, OR time to perform intubations will be scheduled with local hospitals in the mornings prior to classroom time. Ride time for assessments with local fire departments and ambulance services will be scheduled after class, but included during the two-week course.

Location

Creighton EMS Education 2514 Cuming Street Omaha, NE 68131

Intended Audience

RNs who are interested in enhancing their training with paramedic training

Student Material

Textbook, stethoscope, uniform, penlight, watch, liability insurance, transportation

Prerequisites

Current RN License

Current BLS and ACLS Certifications

Current EMT Certification

2 years Critical Care Experience (ICU, CCU, ED, Flight Teams)

Resume - must include detailed employment information and education background

Tuition

$2500.00 for Certificate Program (with $250.00 deposit to secure your spot in class) or 6 semester hours at current Creighton University tuition rate (EMS 460)

Maximum Class Size

Registration Deadline

2 weeks prior to start of class

2008 COURSE APPLICATION

Letter of Recommendation Form