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South Carolina EMS Data System

Mon, 11/16/2009 - 11:22am — bbarrier
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First Responders – Get a head start on the SC EMS Data System by preparing now!

The EMSPIC is standing by, ready to help with the paper to electronic PCR transition.

 
South Carolina CIS Education: Training Information

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South Carolina CIS Education - Training Events Announced!
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A message from SC DHEC – Division of EMS and Trauma:

Exciting new changes are happening to the way we do business! We are pleased to announce that on July 1, 2010, we will begin using our online Credentialing Information System (CIS) to register and track all initial and refresher courses for the State. During the month of June, we will host 5 training sessions across the State to provide further instructions and details of this new system. Attendance at one of these training sessions is mandatory for all Program Coordinators. Additional key staff who help coordinate course information or instructors are welcome to attend, however space is limited so we ask that only 2 additional members attend this training from your institution.

Please make arrangements to attend one of the following mandatory sessions:

  • Tuesday, June 15th at 2:00pm - Midlands EMS (West Columbia)
  • Tuesday, June 22nd at 2:00pm - Upstate EMS (Greenville)
  • Wednesday, June 23rd at 10:00am - DHEC EMS (Columbia)
  • Wednesday, June 23rd at 1:30pm - DHEC EMS (Columbia)
  • Thursday, June 24th at 10:00am - Pee Dee EMS (Florence)
  • Wednesday, June 30th at 1:30pm - Lowcountry EMS (Charleston)

Please register by sending an e-mail to both Jennifer Paddock (paddocjl@dhec.sc.gov) and Don Whiteley (whiteldl@dhec.sc.gov)
Be sure to indicate the date and location you prefer to attend. Directions to each location will be provided upon registration.

In the meantime, DHEC would like to ask all Program Coordinators to please create a profile in CIS if they do not currently have one. The profile will ensure all Program Coordinators are configured properly in CIS prior to the training session. Note: Individuals who have an EMT certification should already have a profile in CIS. Please do not create a duplicate profile.

The following link will explain how to search and create a profile in CIS:
http://www.emspic.org/documents/HTML/scsearchidsandregister.html

Should you have further questions, please contact Don Whiteley at 803-545-4269 or via e-mail whiteldl@dhec.sc.gov

 
In The News: South Carolina EMS Data System and Lexington County EMS - featured in StateTech Magazine Article!

Click Here to read the new EMS Technology article from StateTech Magazine, "Treating Patients – Stat" by Karen Schwartz.
 
Free Online 12 Lead ECG Interpretation Course Available in South Carolina

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NEMSIS Version 3 Released February 8, 2010 - Advancing the EMS Electronic Medical Record

February 8, 2010 marked an important event within the EMS Industry with the release of the National EMS Information System (NEMSIS) Version 3 Final Draft documents. After two years of collaborating and building consensus with the EMS community, the Final Draft of the NEMSIS Version 3 dataset was released on February 8, 2010. NEMSIS Version 3 represents a major enhancement of the Version 2 standard released in 2005. Click Here to Read More
 
North Carolina EMS Data System Published in National Peer Reviewed Journal

The January 2010 edition of Prehospital Emergency Care highlights the North Carolina EMS Data System. The article highlights the successful development of a fully integrated, statewide EMS data system for quality improvement of EMS service delivery and patient care in North Carolina. The article also provides a platform for linking EMS with emergency physicians, other health care providers, and public health agencies responsible for planning, disease surveillance, and disaster preparedness. The North Carolina EMS Data System applications include the Prehospital Medical Information System (PreMIS), the Credentialing Information System (CIS), the State Medical Asset Resource Tracking Tool (SMARTT), and the EMS Performance Improvement Toolkits. The system provides a quality and performance improvement program consistent with the idealized EMS design described in the EMS Agenda for the Future. The program has already achieved significant improvements in the quality of EMS service delivery, patient care, and integrated systems of care.

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EMS Response Time Toolkit Worksheet
EMS Response Time Toolkit Worksheet
To better prepare for running the EMS Response Time Toolkit in CIS, download this worksheet beforehand and fill it out to have the information you will need at your fingertips
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SC EMS Data Reports FAQ and Instructions
Beginning May 1, 2009 new South Carolina EMS Data Reports are available for all agencies in South Carolina. Click on the section below that you want to view:

SC EMS Data Dashboard
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The September 29th EMS Performance Improvement Center Webinar, How to Use and Apply the EMS Response Time Toolkit and EMS Data System Reports
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This exciting video is the first in a series of EMSPIC Webinars. Look forward to future opportunities that will be Regionally based with plenty of time for creative and two way exchange.

This September 29th EMSPIC Webinar Video How to Use and Apply the EMS Response Time Toolkit and EMS Data System Reports highlights:

  • How To Generate an EMS Agency Report from the Credentialing Information System Interface
  • Explanation of What an EMS Response Time Toolkit is and How to Launch it
  • Why Submitting an EMS Toolkit Worksheet Can Be Vital for Your Agency
  • Emphasis on How an EMS Response Time Toolkit can optimize EMS Response Times

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South Carolina EMS Data System Goals and Mission
It is the goal of this project to promote and support EMS initiatives using established quality management and performance improvement principles at the local, state, and national levels. It is anticipated this project will serve as a cornerstone to the overall mission of the SC Division of EMS & Trauma providing key data to promote and assure quality EMS service delivery, disaster management, personnel performance, and patient care for the entire state.
South Carolina Data System FAQ

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All SC EMS Providers - Helpful Info on SC DHEC and SC IDs

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  1. If your EMS Agency is currently using the SC DHEC Paper form, continue to use the current ID you possess. As you recertify with DHEC you will receive an SC ID with an "SC" followed by 6 numbers. If you receive this, you should use this number on the paper DHEC form when you complete it. If you have not received this number continue to use your current State ID as you always have.
  2. If your EMS Agency is currently using the PreMIS Web Application or sending data into the SC EMS Data System via PreMIS using a commercial EMS software, you already have your SC IDs with the "SC" followed by 6 numbers. You should not change anything.
  3. If your EMS Agency is using a commercial software package but has not begun sending data into the SC EMS Data System, your software is currently configured using your existing SC IDs. Please continue to use these old IDs until you have been enrolled in the SC EMS Data System and are provided the new SC IDs for all of your personnel and staff. If you have new personnel who begin working with you, you should add their SC ID number to your software just as you have been adding the old numbers. If your software will not allow this, please contact the EMSPIC at 919-843-0201 and we will help you work through any issues.

Documents and Presentations Archive

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Training Notice Archive

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  • The Final SC Midlands Electronic EMS Data System Regional Training Agenda is available here: Adobe PDF (108 Kb) and the directions to the Midlands Training are located here (click on the red point marker when the map appears): Google Map
  • The SC Lowcountry Electronic EMS Data System Regional Training Agenda is available here: Adobe PDF (104 Kb) and the directions to the Lowcountry Training are located here (click on the red point marker when the map appears): Google Map
  • The SC Midlands Electronic EMS Data System Regional Training Agenda is available here: Adobe PDF (104 Kb) and the directions to the Midlands Training are located here (click on the red point marker when the map appears): Google Map
  • The SC Upstate Electronic EMS Data System Regional Training Agenda is available here: Adobe PDF (104 Kb) and the directions to the Clemson location for the Upstate Training are located here: Adobe PDF (128 Kb)
  • The SC Pee Dee Electronic EMS Data System Rollout Information Sheet is available here for the training that took place on December 16 and 17 of 2008: Adobe PDF (72 Kb)