6 Questions
What is a condition for an off-duty EMS healthcare professional to assist with patient care?
They must comply with the MCPs and not exceed the Transporting EMS Crew's Scope of Practice.
What happens if an off-duty EMS practitioner assumes responsibility for patient care and provides a level of care above that of the attending EMS crew?
One member of the attending EMS crew must review the 'Healthcare Professional on Scene Card' with the off-duty EMS practitioner.
What is the role of the attending EMS crew if an off-duty EMS practitioner assumes responsibility for patient care?
They must relinquish all responsibility for patient care.
What should the off-duty EMS practitioner do if they disagree with the attending EMS crew's treatment plan?
Discuss the disagreement with the attending EMS crew and try to reach a resolution.
What should be done if an off-duty EMS practitioner's treatment plan does not comply with the MCPs?
The attending EMS crew must contact OLMC for approval.
What documentation is required when an off-duty EMS practitioner assumes responsibility for patient care?
The attending EMS crew must document the off-duty EMS practitioner's orders.
Study Notes
Off Duty EMS Practitioner on Scene
- Off-duty EMS healthcare professionals with active practice permits can assist with patient care if they comply with Medical Control Protocols (MCPs) and do not exceed the Transporting EMS Crew's Scope of Practice.
- Participation is at the discretion of the Attending EMS Crew, and if disagreements arise, contact OLMC (Online Medical Control).
Assuming Responsibility for Patient Care
- If an off-duty EMS practitioner can provide a level of care above that of the Attending EMS Crew, they can assume responsibility for patient care.
- In this case, one member of the Attending EMS Crew must review the "Healthcare Professional on Scene Card" with the off-duty EMS practitioner within the electronic patient care record form.
- Contact OLMC if:
- Treatment does not comply with MCPs
- Disagreements arise
- Treatment is outside the Scope of Practice of the Transporting EMS Crew, and the off-duty EMS practitioner declines to accompany the patient to the Transport Destination
Documentation
- Document the off-duty EMS healthcare professional's orders and ensure they sign the Patient Care Record (PCR)
Learn about the guidelines for off-duty EMS practitioners assisting with patient care, including compliance with MCPs and scope of practice. Discover their responsibilities and decision-making processes.
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