I Feel So Satisfied Being a Volunteer EMT
Volunteering as an EMT has given me a lot of clinical experience and an opportunity to serve the community. In my bullet-proof vest, for tactical assignments. Sometimes, we encounter very dangerous situations In my duty uniform, ready for the next medical emergency call which is certainly coming In my turnout gear (or, bunker gear); well-padded fittings that protect me from hazardous fumes These experiences have helped me develop more than just the skills I need to provide quality patient care; I have learned about the myriad challenges that different communities, such as homeless, mentally ill, and people experiencing violence, face every day. I have also learned how to work alongside the police and firefighters to provide care in dangerous and quickly evolving environments. Some of my most rewarding experiences as an EMT have included participating in community outreach, cutting the umbilical cords of neonates, and administering CPR on the shoulder of highways. Truly, there is nothi