Training/Education

RN Training Programs

November 20, 2018 by PVMC Leave a Comment

SCL Health would like to invest in you by offering advanced training courses in nursing starting February 25, 2019. If you are an RN who is interested in advancing your career into a specialty of Emergency, Critical Care or Operating Room nursing, this program is for you.

Here’s How the Process Works

This is a full-time program offering a mix of didactic learning and clinical preceptorship (10 weeks for Emergency and Critical Care and 24 weeks for Operating Room).
You will be compensated for training hours and will be benefit-eligible.
The training program comes with a two-year commitment to SCL Health.
Interested candidates must apply via https://jobs.sclhealth.org prior to 5 p.m. MST on December 5, 2018 to be considered for the program.

For more information, please contact:
Emily Smits, Sourcing Specialist
303-813-5301
Emily.Smits@sclhealth.org

Citizen Medic Academy

June 19, 2018 by PVMC Leave a Comment

Platte Valley Ambulance Service is offering their first ever Citizen Medic Class! The classes are FREE of charge, and will take place on Wednesdays (& Occasional Saturdays) starting July 11 through August 22. By signing up for this class, you’ll learn about our very own Platte Valley Ambulance service, and all participants will be certified in CPR/AED & First Aid. In addition, students will receive life-saving skid car training.

Immerse yourself in the work of your local Medics! Observer rides will also be made available to all participants. Call 720.288.2087 to register – spots may fill up fast so sign up today! Click here to download a flyer to share or post on your communication board.

Schedule of Events

Wednesday July 11 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Introduction to the Ambulance Service (Chief Craigle & Assistant Chief Mulberry)
History (Chief Craigle)
Philosophy (Chief Craigle)
Response Matrix (Assistant Chief Mulberry)

Saturday, July 14- 09:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

HeartSaver CPR/AED
Lunch
HeartSaver First Aid

Wednesday, July 18 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Airway Management

Intubation
Surgical Airway
I-Gels
Ventilators

Wednesday, July 25 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Emergency Vehicle Operations

Costs of putting an ambulance on the road
Introduction to the fleet
Emergency Vehicle Principles
Ceiling Inspections

Wednesday, August 1 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Trauma Management

Chest Decompression
IO Insertion
TQs
Wound Packing
Active Shooter Scenarios

Saturday (To Be Announced)

Skid Control with First Gear

Wednesday, August 8
Special Events

Bike Team (Justin and Team)
Event Carts
Safe Lifting and Moving
Scenarios and Bike Rodeo

Wednesday, August 15
Budget and Billing:

Helicopter Show and Tell
PVAS Budget
PVAS Billing Process

Wednesday, August 22
Graduation Ceremony!

Interested in Learning Medical Spanish?

July 25, 2017 by PVMC Leave a Comment

If you’re thinking that joining a fall medical Spanish course will help you connect with your patients more easily, we have resources for you! Common Ground International has multiple class sessions available at the beginner, intermediate and advanced level. Classes begin in 7 weeks, and early registration (discounted pricing) ends August 31st.

Click here to download an informational flyer for these classes.

Or, follow this link to sign up for classes at the Common Ground International website!