Gavin Keymer

Paramedic 🚑, love adventure 🥾🏔🚙, exploring with the dogs 🐕 and motorsport 🏎

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@SuzieSAS Yes please

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@ParaAndy90 Contact Leatherman as they have lifetime warranty. I sent back a multitool/knife to them for service/sharpen blade. They couldn’t get it back to original condition so sent a brand new multitool.

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@ParaAndy90 @j_megs It was the fire safety officers with regards to the number of pt’s in the department.

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@aidensweeney8 I have seen people talking about it on the FB group “so you want to be a paramedic” as a good route to getting onto a BSc in paramedic science, an equivalent would be a SWAP course in Scotland

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@oli_m_sims Just to throw in an other option, have you looked at dual training? My wife started in EM and then around ST3-4 applied for an ICM number. It did extend her training, but in about 18months she will be a dual EM/ICM consultant. I also know of a dual acute medic with ICM as well.

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@wiggs1234 @SarahToddPara Unable to PM you but really keen for some more details.

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@Tirvine1987 I can totally relate to this, I was very much in the same boat as yourself this time last year, but it does all come together, just keep working away and never become complacent.

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@NJL_Blancq @PaedsPara here is hopefully some useful info from south of the border to help with the debate on if NQPs should have “NQP” epaulettes

[Andrea James @HealthRegLawyer]

**FAO Scottish Paramedics/Student Paramedics**
@ParamedicsUK is again seeking to collate the views & experiences of its Scottish members to ensure they are fully articulated during the Scottish Covid-19 Inquiry.
If you are a paramedic, student paramedic or associate College member working alongside paramedics, please complete the survey linked below. There are 27 questions total (more appear as you work through). Deadline 9 Feb.
https://t.co/Dq3bvowvRX

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@DaveLBywater @BCP1967 @_ALSG_ @DaveLBywater I might be interested depending on what date the course would be on. For some reason I can’t DM you as it doesn’t give me the option on your profile

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

Massive congratulations to @IslaCBlack on taking up the position of Scotland representative on the @ParamedicsUK student council. I can wait to introduce her to everyone and pass the baton on, exciting times ahead

[Isla Black @IslaCBlack]

I can’t wait to get started in the New Year! I’m honoured to have this opportunity. Thank you to everyone who voted for me!

@StirUni @Stir_Para @Stirling_Health @150Leaders @The_HCPC

[Caroline Leech @LeechCaroline]

Following motor vehicle collision all patients should be encouraged to self-extricate asap. If not possible, need to create minimum safe space for self/rescuer extrication w/o delay https://t.co/iXsRLOtYYy #FPHC2023

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@yannusiaa Sounds like you are on track (if not ahead) with being a student and the confidence will come with time and practice.
It’s a tough gig being a student para, at times it’s like working 3 jobs with uni, placement and a part time job, so don’t be too hard on yourself!

[mike defilippo @MDtheDO]

Defibrillation pad placement matters!

If you work in prehospital or hospital medicine, and may be responsible for defibrillating someone, here's some important take-aways from the DOSE-VF trial 🧵

#resuscitation #emergencymedicine #ems #defib #cpr

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

@plasterapplier1 SAS only carry midaz now, which can be given buccal or IV under PGD for prolonged seizures

[Royal College of Paramedics @ParamedicsUK]

Join us for an extraordinary one-day Paramedic Conference in the vibrant city of Aberdeen, Scotland. Hosted at Robert Gordon University – we can’t wait to see you there! 🙌

Booking and info here 👉 https://t.co/1QAISgAvLb

#Paramedic #ParamedicsUK #ParaEvent #ParamedicsScotland

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

Happy #InternationalParamedicsDay 2023! I might just be starting my career but it’s already been rewarding and unique. With paramedics continuing to work in new fields, the future looks exciting.
#WhatParamedicsDo
#IPD2023
#InternationalParamedics
@ParamedicsDay

[Royal College of Paramedics @ParamedicsUK]

We’re super elated to announce our new Council Members – following a recent by-election. Six new member representatives will join the Paramedic Council, starting their tenures on the 26th of June 🙌

Contact and more info😊here https://t.co/DQsmykgEEY

#Paramedic #ParamedicsUK

[Gavin Keymer @Gavin_Keymer]

If you have not had a look at the new proposed HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance & Ethics and new Social Media Guidance. I would suggest you get involved with the consultation and have your voice heard! @GCUParamedicBSc @GCU_ECS @ParamedicsUK

[Andrea James @HealthRegLawyer]

Thread: I really encourage all HCPC registrants to respond to the current consultation on new Standards of Conduct, Performance & Ethics and new Social Media Guidance. There are some really problematic proposals in my view (1)

[Emma Wainwright @EmmaWainw]

Student Paramedics 🚨

If you're signed up to @ParamedicsUK, you will have an email about our membership survey!

Takes about 5 mins, and your feedback is so valuable in helping the Student Council represent you, prioritise what matters, and continue progressing our profession 💚