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Critical Care Crossroads brings together a flight paramedic, a flight nurse and an ER nurse (and guests,) who probably spend too much time around sirens and sarcasm. We're here to talk about the real world of prehospital and critical care-the wins, the lessons, the close calls, and the stuff they definitely didn't cover in training.
Whether you are on the ground, in the air or somewhere in between, join us for honest conversation, clinical nuggets, and just enough dark humor to get you through your next shift. Listener discretion is advised.
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Kevin from B4 Outdoors joins the crew to share about his experience founding the organization along with a conversation about mental health in the first responder and military community. B4 Outdoors is a Missouri-based organization that has developed a national footprint. They organize outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting and boating trips for the military, first responder and veteran communities with an emphasis on mental health restoration and community building! Thank you Kevin for ...
So you want to be a critical care paramedic? flight nurse? Work in the ER/ICU? Jaden, Carson and Nicole discuss the realities and challenges that come with working in these roles. Spoiler alert: you can do cool things without these titles, and you're likely one of the most important parts of the team already. Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Nicole, Jaden and Carson are back and they talk about some of the strangest things they've seen and studied in EMS, as well as study tips for board exams! Ps. CONGRATS NICOLE ON BECOMING CRITICAL CARE CERTIFIED! Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Carson, Jaden and Nicole talk about Christmas traditions in healthcare/EMS and reflect on the previous year as well as discussing hopes and goals for 2026 Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Mike Carunchio (The World's Okayest Medic Podcast) joins the crew for a discussion on HROB! Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Jaden, Nicole and Carson talk about their educational journeys, educating others and the challenges that both preceptors and new grads may face! Happy Thanksgiving! Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
The three hosts-Carson, a Flight Nurse/CVICU Nurse and U.S. Army combat medic, Jaden, an ER nurse and U.S. Army combat medic and Nicole, a flight paramedic and firefighter/medic-speak on maintaining a work/life balance and handling the mental toll of their careers! Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
The weather in the midwest got frigid seemingly overnight, and Nicole, Carson and Jaden were inspired to talk about cold weather ops and hypothermia! Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
The trio is back and discuss shock and shock mitigation from a 1000ft view! Like this episode? Want more in-depth information on any of these topics or a follow up on this content? Drop a review or hit us up on instagram! Thanks for listening! Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Nicole, Jaden and Carson take some time reflecting over lessons they've learned over the course of their careers, changes they've seen across healthcare and allude towards the future of what healthcare looks like in terms of leadership and operations! Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Carson and Nicole talk about the whole "GCS <8 intubate" thing Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Carson and Jaden talk about balancing their civilian and military careers, the differences/similarities between the two, and go down a rabbit hole about triage. Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Carson and Nicole review cases that can mimic strokes and speak about associated treatment strategies. Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Nicole (Paramedic) and Carson (Nurse) discuss the differences and similarities in managing cardiac arrests in hospital and out of hospital. Also chat, are we unc's? Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Carson, Jaden and Nicole have each had a long, busy week and decided to make a more light-hearted episode talking about superstitions and rituals in EMS *Special note from the editor-the software we use to edit the episodes had an update with lots of cool new features. However, it also changed the way its AI editing system works and did not let me use a raw version of our recording. What this means for the listeners is that it will hopefully improve our product quality in the long run, ...
Jaden leads Carson and Nicole through a discussion about pulmonary emboli (PE's!) Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
The trio discuss a burn case with both in-hospital and prehospital perspectives Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Nicole leads a discussion with Carson and Jaden speaking about Placenta Previa and Placental Abruptions. They also speak on blood administration and combine their experiences to deliver some fire OB content that you won't want to miss! Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Carson, Jaden and Nicole discuss their experiences with patient handoffs and communication in their respective corners of the healthcare system. They talk about what they've seen work, not work and how we can all help each other as the patient transitions from one phase of care to another. Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
Carson and Nicole have a reflective conversation about imposter syndrome and the courage it takes to continue progressing in a career when you're unsure if you have what it takes. Follow @critcarecrossroads on Instagram for updates about the show and more content from the crew!
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