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EMT Essentials for a 12-hour Shift
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items As a 2 year EMT, these were my most-needed and most-loved items.
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Medical Equipment
Personal Equipment
Healthy and Easy Snacks
Medical Equipment
This is the best EMT belt out there. It's comfortable, doesn't snag on things, easy to tuck in so the tail doesn't stick out,and you can clip things to it.
5.11 Black Tactical Belt
These are the best EMT boots by far. They are so padded and comfy, easy to slip on, and hard toe and waterproof.
Rockrooster Steel Toe Black Leather Waterproof Work Boots
You need your own pulse ox. This one does respirations and is long-lasting and reliable.
Pulse Oximeter
I know it's pricey but it's highly agreed upon as the best stethoscope. You need a quality steth for when the rig is bouncing down the road and you can't hear!
3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope
Trauma shears are a must even if you work in IFT because you always find yourself needing to cut labels, ropes, or random materials. These ones are good-quality, non-tarnish, and fold up so you can keep them safely in your pocket or along your belt.
Foldable Rescue Trauma Shears Stainless Steel
A cheaper option for those who don't care for the foldable feature, 5.11 is a known and loved brand in EMS.
Trauma Shears
A personal pen light is always useful to have because the company ones get lost or dimmed so easily.
Emergency LED Pen Flashlight
Personal Equipment
Add this to your county badge or wear it on your belt. It's such a handy pack of info for quick references on the go.
Reference Badge Card Set
This notebook is small enough for a pocket, big enough for enough notes, and the spirals on the side are so much easier than on top!
Five Star Fat Lil' Spiral Notebook
You never know when the rig power socket is going to give up on you, so it's always better to have a reliable portable charger for you and your partner.
INIU Portable Charger
Cavi wipes are way too strong to use on your hands, so uou always want wipes for unexpected spills, dirty hands, or on-the-go surface cleaning. Baby wipes are always the way to go over wet wipes because they're made with cleaner ingredients, don't dr...
Babycare Unscented Baby Wipes
When you're constantly washing your hands, they'll get super dry. This hand cream is super nourishing and comes in a portable size to throw in your backpack.
Shea Butter Hand Cream for Dry Skin - L'Occitane
These pens are my favorite for smooth ink, non-smudging, and soft grip.
Retractable No Smear Liquid Black Ink Gel Pens
Healthy and Easy Snacks
These are delicious, filling, and super portable. They contain a decent amount of protein and fiber, as well as being free of risky additives.
KIND Breakfast Protein Bars Almond Butter - 8g Protein
If you love a little soda to get you through the day but don't love all the sugar, this is a much healthier but equally delicious drink with prebiotics and fiber. My personal favorite is the cream soda.
OLIPOP Variety Pack Soda - 8pk/12 fl oz
This mix of nuts, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries is a perfect on-the-go snack that will give you a boost of energy and get your Omega-3s in.
Omega-3 Trail Mix - Good & Gather
There's literally only fruit in these and they're a great mini snack, especially if you want something light or sweet.
That's it. Apples & Mangoes Fruit Bars