Fact of the week:

A DNR Bracelet counts as a legimate form of a DNR for EMS providers to acknowledge.

As stated in NYS DOH Part 800.90:

"A DNR bracelet shall consist of a piece of metal no less than 1.5 inches in length and no less than one-half inch in width with the symbol commonly referred to as the caduceus on the obverse and the words Do Not Resuscitate in letters of no less than 16 point size on the reverse. The ends of the piece of metal shall be linked to one another with material of sufficient strength as to be serviceable for ordinary use. A caduceus is a representation of a staff with one entwined snake and one wing at the top."

"DNR bracelets may be sold for use only by persons who have been issued a valid nonhospital order not to resuscitate"

Hey everyone!

Come to the QI Session at the office at 5PM this Wednesday, May 9th. Crew Chieves and CC trainees (future and current) are highly encouraged to attend to learn the dying art of PCR QI.

Sign up on the website, direct questions to the First Lieutenant.

-QI Committee

Congratulations to the following people for their promotions!

Ryan Dolan- Full Driver
Allie May- Full Driver
Ben Hurley- Attendant

Keep on training!

-Training Committee

Hey Everyone,

Don't forget that in lieu of tonight's regularly scheduled General Body Meeting, we will be hosting the Rensselaer County Ambulance and Rescue Association meeting at 7:30pm in Low 3045.  It's a good experience so you should try to attend if possible!

This Saturday (April 21) we'll be having our annual barbeque in the parking lot next to the garage (behind the Armory) and around Freshman Hill at 3:00pm.  There will be plenty of food so stop by to grab something to eat and hang out!

See you all tonight and Saturday!

I would like to take the time out to congratulate the following people on their recent promotions. They have worked hard and earned their new titles.

V.P. Allison May - Backup Driver
Ryan Dolan - Backup Driver
1st Lt. Mark O'Donnell - Crew Chief Trainer

Good work to all of you, and keep working to the next promotion. (Except for Mark who has no more promotions to earn)

Capt. Jovan Cruz

Hello Everyone,

Be advised, the updated SOPs are now posted. You can find them in the Resources > Standard Operating Procedures tab of the website or by clicking the link below

RPIA Standard Operating Procedures (02/2012)

If you have any questions, comments or concerns please let me know.

Jovan Cruz, Captain

Our next general body meeting will be this Thursday, February 7th 2012 at 8PM in LOW 3045.

I would like to welcome our new members and encourage anyone interested in joining RPI Ambulance to attend. We will be filling out new member paperwork, giving the required safety training and giving a tour of our facilites and equipment.

We will also be accepting nominations for 1st Lieutenant. So please attend. As a reminder, to be a voting member you must attend either this meeting or the last.

Hope to see you there!
Captain Cruz - 958

The new Officer Board is:

Captain - Jovan Cruz
1st Lieutenant - George Moraru
2nd Lieutenant - Stephen Rancour
President - William Schmitt
Vice President - Allison May

Congrats! 

Dear Prospective Members,

We're glad you're interested in RPI Ambulance! We welcome anyone, regardless of experience; all we require is a desire to help others and willingness to learn. All training is provided whether you are already involved in EMS and want to continue your training; or are brand new to the field and want to get involved. Please stop by one of our general meetings, stop by our office (92 College Ave) any time after 6pm or come to any of our recruiting events to see what we are all about!

Sincerely

Jovan Cruz, Vice President

Union Activities Fair: Thursday September 1st, 1800-2100 in the Armory
RPIA Open House: Friday September 2nd, 1900 - 2200 at our office (92 College Ave, look for the green porch light)
Freshman Hill Scenario: Monday September 5th, 1800
General Membership Meeting: Thursday September 8th, 2000 at LOW 3045.  

Are you a new member looking to gain basic knowledge in EMS, RPI Ambulance, the equipment we use and our ambulance itself? Are you currently in the EMT class and want to finish your attendant checklist requirements so you can start crew chief training in the Fall? Then please consider attending our attendant class being held on Sunday, May 1! The class will run from 12-4 pm and will be held in the CII 3039. Sign up on the scheduling site if you plan on coming!

Olivia
- Training Committee Attendant Person