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Seconds Count
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The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service Official Podcast.Let us take you behind the scenes of the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service as we share real stories, expert insights, and important conversations about saving lives, supporting communities, and shaping the future of emergency care.
Episodes
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Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
In this episode of Seconds Count, we speak to Heather Sharpe, Assistant Director of Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) at the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, about her remarkable career spanning more than three decades.Heather reflects on her journey from joining the...
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The Journey to the Frontline…and Beyond
In this episode of Seconds Count, we speak to Sean Kelly, Clinical Training Manager at the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, about the vital role education and training play in preparing our frontline staff to deliver safe, effective patient care.Sean discusses how clinical training equips...
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Safe Hands, Trusted Care
In this episode of Seconds Count, we speak to Florence Milliken, Professional Liaison Consultant, from the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), about the vital role the HCPC plays in regulating health and care professionals and protecting the public.She discusses how professional standards...
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Nothing About Us Without Us
In this episode of Seconds Count, we speak to Neil Gillan, Service User Lead and George Bell, Chair of Partnership Forum, about the importance of listening to patients, families and communities to help shape ambulance services. They discuss how feedback drives meaningful change, why patient…
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Get Down. Hands On. Save a Life. (Why CPR is Important)
In this episode of Seconds Count, we speak to Michael Allen about the importance of CPR and the reality of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.Michael discusses why immediate action is so critical when someone suffers a cardiac arrest, how bystander CPR can significantly improve survival chances, and...
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Men's Health Week with Sean McCluskey
In this episode of Seconds Count, we speak to Sean McCluskey, Health, Wellbeing and Peer Support Officer, about the importance of men's health and mental wellbeing. Sean discusses why many men find it difficult to talk about their health, the barriers to seeking support, and the importance of...
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Alternatives To The Emergency Department
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak to Clinical Pathways Lead Karl Bloomer on how the different alternatives to the emergency department, how we can care for you, effectively.
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It's All About HART
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak to Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) Leader Sam McGowan about how the HART team has developed and what its role is within the service.
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An Honour and a Privilege
In this episode of Seconds Count, we speak to Aidan Early, who dreamed of becoming a paramedic from the age of seven. His dream came true. But Aidan was diagnosed with cancer in his early forties. This is a story of resilience and fortitude as he fought to continue to live the life he loved,...
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Flying High
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak to Helicopter Emergency Medical Service Operational Lead Paramedic Glenn O’Rorke on how HEMS first began in Northern Ireland, pre-hospital care and interventions, and the relationship NIAS has…
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Care Beyond the Call
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak to Sean McCluskey and Emma Hallissey from our Peer Support team on dealing with trauma post incident, what led to the beginning of peer support and the importance of reaching out for support.
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From 9-5 to 999
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak to Paramedic and lecturer in Paramedic Science, Aisling McBride. Aisling discusses her route to becoming a paramedic, her experiences during Covid and being assaulted whilst on duty.
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Where Is My Ambulance?
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak to our Medical Director, Dr Nigel Ruddell. Dr Ruddell talks us through the triaging process and how we prioritise emergecny calls.
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Both Sides Now
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you bythe Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak to our very own NIAS legend, Kieran Devine. Kieran talks about his experiences across both frontline and control, recently being awarded the King’s Ambulance Medal and how the ambulance service has...
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The Back of an Ambulance Can Be a Scary, Lonely Place
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak with Assistant Director of Operations Mark Cochrane and Violence Reduction Lead Frankie Dillon about the issue of violence and aggression against ambulance staff. We also hear from Paramedics…
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The Life of an Ambulance Chief Executive
In this episode of Seconds Count, brought to you by the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, we speak with Interim Chief Executive Maxine Paterson about her unexpected route into NIAS, the personal event that first connected her with emergency services, and the pressures facing the service today.
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The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service Official Podcast.Let us take you behind the scenes of the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service as we share real stories, expert insights, and important conversations about saving lives, supporting communities, and shaping the future of emergency care.
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