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EMSconnect On ShiftAuthor: EMSconnect, LLC
EMSconnect On Shift is for the men and women who live life on the rig, in the station, and on the streetwhen the tones drop and theres no pause button.Hosted by Shaun Pitts, EMS educator and street-tested provider, this podcast cuts through the fluff and gets real about emergency medicine. The calls that dont go textbook. The decisions you make with seconds on the clock. The lessons you only learn the hard wayon shift.Every episode brings honest stories, practical EMS education, and straight-talk discussions on critical care, trauma, leadership, mental fitness, and the realities of working fire and EMS today. No sugarcoating. No buzzwords. Just experience you can carry into your next call.Whether youre a brand-new EMT, a salty medic, or a firefighter whos seen enough to know better, EMSconnect On Shift is about getting bettertogether. If you cant change a life, save a life. Get less dumb with EMSconnect On Shift. Real talk. Real calls. Real EMS. Subscribe, share it with your crew, and keep learningbecause complacency gets people hurt.Got to go byee. Language: en-us Genres: Courses, Education, Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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What I Wish I Knew: The Lessons Every Rookie Firefighter Learns Too Late with Nic Pluskota
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Sunday, 26 July, 2026
Send us Fan MailStarting a career in EMS or the fire service can be exciting, overwhelming, and full of lessons no one teaches you in class. In this episode, I sit down with Nic Pluskota to talk about everything rookie. From earning trust in the station to avoiding common mistakes, Nic shares honest advice and practical insights that every new provider—and even seasoned veterans mentoring the next generation—should hear.We dive into what to expect during those critical first few years, the habits that set great firefighters and EMTs apart, how to handle setbacks, and what it really takes to build a successful career in emergency services. Whether you're a probationary firefighter, a brand-new EMT or paramedic, or someone looking to become a better mentor, this conversation is packed with real-world experience, actionable takeaways, and stories you'll relate to.If you're just getting started, this episode could save you years of learning the hard way.Support the show🔗 EMSconnect – All Social Media & Resources👉 https://linktr.ee/EMSconnect
