Marty Johnson, NREMT-P, I/C

P.O Box 45 Greenup, Kentucky 41144

Objective

How many times have you sat through a tedious EMS Legal Aspect class, taught from a book that repeatedly covers the same boring material? My lectures present real life perspectives, within an entertaining experience. I am a paramedic who was charged, and stood trial for murder, in the death of a patient who was in my care. I can provide unique insights and information that you will not find anywhere else. I will walk those in attendance though my case, the incident, the investigation, the trial, and my life after the ordeal. Further, I will explain what a healthcare professional should expect, and what a healthcare professional should do, if faced with legal issues that arise from their employment. My presentation will introduce attendees to a serious medical condition that – although they may have never heard of it – can have grave consequences for their professional lives. “Excited Delirium” is the condition that killed the patient in my care that terrible day. The accusations brought against me were born of a lack of knowledge about this condition among my fellow healthcare professionals. Information about this medical condition is available, but there are few lectures that speak of it, and none in such a personal and dynamic program. I want to educate healthcare professionals about the condition’s existence and its treatment processes. My experience serves as a vital lesson for all healthcare providers. I will openly share my real life experiences in a fun and entertaining program aimed at education and retention of this critical material. Bringing this information to my fellow healthcare providers is a goal which I will pursue with all my abilities and effort.

Education

· Shawnee State University – Portsmouth, Ohio (1992-1993)

Emergency Medical Technician Training Program

· Maysville Community College – Maysville, Kentucky (1994-1996)

Paramedic Training Program

· State Fire and Rescue Training – Area 10 (2009)

Education Methodology

· The Emergency Medical Services Community (1992-Present)

I continue to be a student of Emergency Medicine, building upon my education as an EMS provider and professional.

Lecture Experience

· King’s Daughters Medical Center EMS Conference (2010, 2012)

Contact person – Tracey Crawford, RN tracey.crawford@kdmc.net.

· Kentucky Association of EMT’s “Spring Fling” (2010)

Contact person – Steve Beacraft, EMT-P sbecraft@mrtc.com.

· Natural Bridge Health Symposium (2010, 2011)

Contact person – Sean Willingham, EMT-P swillingham@airmethods.com.

· Kentucky EMS Conference and Expo (2010, 2011)

Contact person – Tim Mahone, NREMT-P tmahone@methodisthospital.net.

· North Dakota EMS Conference (2011)

Contact person - Cheryl Flick flickfarms@gondtc.com

· Kentucky Emergency Nurses Association (2011)

Contact person - Dan Andrews - andrewsrn@yahoo.com

Experience

· Boyd County EMS (1999-Present)

Responsible for direct patient care in an emergency setting, and otherwise functioning as a paramedic. Held other responsibilities, such as: Public Affairs Officer, Public Information Officer, and Quality Assurance Officer. Currently hold the office of Assistant Shift Supervisor.

· State Fire and Rescue Training, Region 10 (2009-Present)

Employed as an EMS Educator, providing instruction to students of Emergency Medical Technician Courses, and providing Continuing Education to current Healthcare Providers.

· Emergency Medical Services Lecturer (2009-Present)

I am offering myself as a living textbook to other healthcare providers to teach them about my experiences and Emergency Medicine as a whole. I currently have events at which I will be lecturing. I also plan to provide lectures at various other events.

· Greenup County EMS (Formerly known as “Paramedic Emergency Ambulance Services Incorporated”) (1993-1999)

Responsible for direct patient care in both non-emergency and emergency settings while functioning as an EMT and Paramedic. Also held the position of Shift Supervisor.

Current Certifications, Licenses, and Endorsements

Kentucky Licensed Paramedic

Nationally Registered Paramedic

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

American Heart Association Instructor

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Instructor

Kentucky EMS Educator Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3

Kentucky EMS Evaluator Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3