TOPIC
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DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION
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ACTIONS/RECOMMENDATIONS
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Call to Order/ Introduction
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The meeting was call to order at 1702
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Review of Minutes
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Wayne Walker made a motion to accept the minutes from October 21, 2014 meeting. Tonya Vallance seconded the motion. All were in favor.
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Minutes from October 21, 2014 were approved.
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Treasurer Report
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Theresa submitted the Treasurer’s Report, attached.
The budget for 2015 was presented. Suzi Beck made a motion to approve, seconded by Cindy Button, all were in favor.
Proposed internal controls were presented. A motion to adopt proposed internal controls was made by Bob Garrison and seconded by Michael Greene, all were in favor.
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Budget was approved.
Internal Controls were adopted.
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MPD Report
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Dr. Smith reported that QI/QA and CARES projects are up and running. HP-CPR protocol is also in affect.
There will be updates to the CPAP protocols, date TBD. Dr. Smith would like feedback on CPAP equipment being used in the region. Also, he is waiting on examples of chart or report forms being used by different agencies in the region.
Dr. Smith reports issue with Medstar dispatch by responders at the scene and North end hospitals has been resolved.
Dr. Smith encourages agencies to post their events and classes on the website calendar.
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Dr. Smith will develop protocol changes for CPAP use, date TBD.
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Regional Report
Training and Education Report
Rinita Cook
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Rinita passed out several handouts:
FY15 winter updates, North Central Region 2014-2015 Regional QI Plan, and Strategic Planning Worksheet. Also several training flyers including; the 2015 West Region EMS Conference, Feb 20-22; Responder Wellness and Scenes of Compassion, Mar 7; EMS QI training, Mar 11-12; and EMS Associates “Summit”, May 7-9.
Rinita reports that the DOH will be changing the SEI certification to an endorsement. Expected timeline is initial SEI endorsement changes within the next couple months. Renewal changes by the end of the year.
Upcoming events as listed in FY15 Winter Updates. Funding is available for Feb20-21 West Region EMS Conference, Mar 11 EMS QI, Mar 20-22 Paramedic Lecture Series, May 7-9 The Summit.
Rinita discussed the North Central Region Quality Improvement Plan as detailed in the handout. The importance of initial EMS contact information to be transferred with the patient to the receiving facility was discussed. This vital information becoming more important if the patient is to be transferred to another facility.
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Applications for funding need to be submitted ASAP (3/5/15 First Deadline).
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Council Reports (Wayne)
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The executive committee gathered feedback from agencies on Dr Smith’s performance as Medical Director. They then met with Dr. Smith on Feb 4 to receive a report from him and review Dr Smith’s Service Contract and Statement of Work. Based on the evaluation the executive committee recommended an MPD bonus of $1500.00. Tanya moved to accept seconded by Cindy, all were in favor.
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Dr. Smith to receive $1500.00 MPD Bonus
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Unfinished Business
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Local Councils will begin to operate under the Open Public Meeting format. It was discussed that there is good information on the Washington State Auditors website.
Suzy Beck provided 2014 Stats for Medstar Brewster Base to the council.
Proposals for Training and Ed MOU funds were discussed. Tonasket EMS withdrew their proposal for ILS/CME. Oroville withdrew their proposal for PHTLS. Theresa presented a proposal to use $6000.00 to provide reimbursement to providers or agencies for EMS training and $2000.00 to purchase AED trainers for the region. Bob moved to approve, seconded by Cindy. After discussion to change proposal to include AED trainers available to agencies “in good standing” all in favor.
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Tonya and Rinita will follow up on information regarding process and time line at the next meeting.
Proposal approved with changes. Theresa will make changes.
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New Business
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Cindy updated the council on the Mobil Integrated Care/Community Para medicine House Bill 2044.
Mike Worden has approved the use/access of Hiplink/I Spy Fire for agencies. Cost would be around $500 per agency, per year.
Okanogan County Sheriff Department is seeking donations for a new K-9 unit. See Wayne to donate.
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Cindy will draft a group email for those interested in contacting legislators.
Contact Wayne if interested.
Contact Wayne to donate.
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Election of Officers
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Nominations and acceptance of replacement officers for 2015-2016 term:
Chair – Wayne Walker
So moved by Theresa, seconded by Tanya, all in favor.
Vice Chair – Bob Garrison
So moved by Theresa, seconded by Cindy, all in favor.
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Up Coming Classes
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Michael Greene is in talks with the city of Oroville on a possible upcoming EMT Class. The process for class approval was discussed.
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Good of the Order
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Oroville’s situation was discussed. They are currently without a director and very short handed. Possible ways for the council to help were offered including an informational presentation to the Oroville City Council. Paul Bushard will keep the council informed.
Tanya Vallance reports that VFIS Emergency Vehicle Driver Training Instructor Level course is being hosted by Douglas County Fire Dist 15 on June 2 & 3, 2015. Registration information was provided. Cost is $499 or is free if VFIS insured. Limit 3 per agency.
Michael Greene reports MCI (drunk driver) training at Tonasket High School on March 3rd in partnership with Tonasket EMS and North Valley Hospital.
Tami Jackson reports Bridgeport is sending 5 students to EMT training at the end of April.
Glenda Beauregard reported on the avian flu outbreak in Okanogan County. Contact USDA for more information. Also, Everbridge (reverse 911) is in the works. She will keep us informed. Scott Miller took a new position in Yakama, the county is taking applications for a new Emergency Manager (possibly by May).
Suzy Beck reports that Shawn Ottley has left Medstar. Also, they are starting to plan this years landing zone training.
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Adjournment/Next Meeting
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The meeting was adjourned at 18:26.
The next meeting will be April 21, 2015 @ Lifeline Ambulance in Omak
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