Advice for new EMT

[medsurge]

Hello everyone, I am a young and new EMT (less than 2 mnths) and I work in an urban area for an EMS company at a fire dept. My partner understands that I am new, but sometimes I think he forgets. It seems that every time I am trying to start an iv on a patient around him, I can never get it. When he had to miss work a few times, every line attempted when i was with his substitute I got. they all said that I did a good job, and one of the medics actually said she wanted me as her partner. I know its gonna take time for me to get used to the truck and environment, and trust me I am a lot better than I was day one. What is your advice for me as a new emt? Thanks.

[DFIB]

You are fortunate to be running IVs. Always do your best for your patient, never quit studying, most other things will fall in place.

[island emt]

Ignore your partner , obviously he makes you nervous since your not having that problem with another partner.

concentrate on your Pt. Be one with the vein and ignore outside distractions. Feel the vein before you look for it. Think about the anatomy and direction the vein takes.

Don't jump on the AC every time. Learn all the venous system pathways from the hands up.

Even the most experienced providers miss one every now & then.

[emtdennis]

Welcome to the EMT World.

Keep an open mind and always be willing to learn from team members.

I know you are new, but don't hesitate to start your CMEs.

Congratulations and the best of luck to you!!!