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"I think I would tell that new EMT what I tell all the new people... There are no certainties in EMS. Recognize how important the job is, don't cut corners, form good habits. Work hard, sleep harder, love your job, and don't be influenced by those who are burnt out. You only get one chance at this job, make it count, because when you’re 80 years old, you're going to look back and realize that you're never going to be this awesome ever again.”

— John McNulty (EMT / Paramedic) 12 years experience.

“First day...this is a job for people with a servant's heart. If you got into the field thinking it was an extended episode of Rescue Me or Chicago Fire, then you will surely be disappointed. Less than 10% of our calls require the critical skills and lifesaving interventions that we're trained for. Book knowledge is critical, but a balance of experience and education is required. Listen to those with experience, more than likely they've been in your situation before. This is a team sport. A collective effort is required. No one runs a call without help. If you think you've learned and seen it all...it's time to find another career. A good EMT anticipates his/her partner's next move. Always think ahead. If you have a question, ASK! No one knows it all”

— Jason Leech (Fire Fighter Paramedic) 23 years experience.

“Whatever you do, in an emergency, if you are not in danger, please do not run! Walk with a purpose but don't run. And always wash your hands after you touch a patient!”

— Florin Florea (Fire Fighter Paramedic) 18 years experience.

“I have two important things I tell all new partners EMT's or paramedics...

First, if you're new in this county and you're not sure where you are or where a hospital is, ask me before you leave the scene. It's easier for me to give you directions before we're lost and I can't tell where we are. Second, when we're on scene always be within my vision. If poop hits the fan and we need to bail out, I don't have to look for you. We're a team, you and I are it and I need to know if I can count on you to be there for me and vice versa, even if other responders are with us”.

— Zia Warda (EMT / Paramedic) 26 years experience.

“My words of wisdom....every day, do the best you can, in the time you have, at the moment you’re in. Meaning each day is important, and each day is different because of experiences, time, and learning from others whom you work with or care for. The wisdom comes from hard work at being prepared for the events of your patients’ worst moments of their lives.”

— Jim Howard (EMT / Paramedic) 27 years experience.

“You know, I'm pretty chill and don't expect too much from my EMT. I know it's scary, so I don't pressure them much, but if I have to answer the question, I would have to say obviously know your stuff and if not then ask. I hate EMT's who don't know and try to wing it. Like direction or using the equipment. But I like an EMT who's not lazy...set me up ready for the next call. Like putting the patches on 12 leads, set IV up, or saline lock. Not being lazy at least shows me they're trying and working hard. Also getting a facesheet helps. I hate having to get it after doing my EPCR.”

— Anthony Nguyen (EMT / Paramedic) 17 years experience.