Newly Qualified Paramedic's Handbook

Beginning work as a newly qualified paramedic is exciting. You finally get to put into practice all the skills you have been developing throughout your degree. It can also be terrifying. Suddenly, as a new registrant, you become accountable for the decisions you make, and responsible for the physical and emotional wellbeing of your patients. The Newly Qualified Paramedic's Handbook is here to guide you through the first couple of years of your clinical practice, as you make the transition from student to newly qualified and, ultimately, to experienced paramedic.From your first shift to your first setback, this book offers practical tips to help you bridge the gap between theory and practice. It supports you in consolidating your knowledge and applying it confidently to provide professional, proactive patient care. Whether you start your career in an ambulance service or choose to work in a different clinical setting, with this book by your side you will have the information, confidence and resilience to excel.