136: Bridging the Gap Between Pre-Hospital and In-Hospital Patient Care with Flight Medic, Sam

The flight team may be on the way, but your work isn’t done yet. Flight medic Sam, host of the Nine One One Nonsense podcast, shares what the ideal patient handoff looks like between hospital staff and flight crews, and why those final moments at the bedside matter more than you think. You’ll hear real-life examples of where in-hospital care teams often go wrong and how you can help create a safer, smoother transfer.Sam also shares what it’s really like to be part of a flight crew — the challenges, team dynamics, and common misconceptions that affect patient care. No matter your role, this episode will help nurses and flight crews understand their role and how to better work together!Topics discussed in this episode:The role of ground versus flight paramedicsGaps between pre-hospital care and in-hospital careCommon handoff mistakes (and how to avoid them)Misconceptions about flight transfers and patient careWhy sedation matters before takeoffManaging medications and supplies in-flightHow bedside nurses can better support flight teamsThe importance of team dynamics in flight medicineAdvice for future flight medics and nursesCheck out Sam's podcast, Nine One One Nonsense, here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nine-one-one-nonsense/id1673565406Connect with Sam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/911nonsense/Mentioned in this episode:Listen to the In The Heart of Care Podcasthttps://link.cohostpodcasting.com/6598429e-e927-45b0-9b57-7dd34a09d803?d=seASyqjs7