AFMS - USAF - 4N Career Field Manager

01/17/2023

Hmmmm…I wonder what’s cooking 🧐🧐🧐🧐

We’ve got something cooking in 2023…literally…

Join us live this Wednesday to find out what!

01/12/2023

Team,

All those eligible for 22E8 promotion read below:

22E8 File Freeze 27 Jan 23
Promotion Board 31 January - 22 February 23

The 23E8 Promotion Board will convene 31 Jan 23. AFPC will freeze the Weighted Airman Promotion System (WAPS) promotion file effective 27 Jan 23.

Please ensure your records are good to go.

01/11/2023

Wingmen - I’m excited to release the 2023 update to my Leadership Library. There are some great reads along with a few of the podcasts I’m listening to.

I often tell people that I didn’t really start reading, professionally, until I became a SNCO, largely in part because I felt as if I didn’t have enough time. That said, I’ve learned to find the time…even if it’s 5 minutes a day. Whether it’s a page, a chapter, an article, a book, or a podcast, the impact of “learning something every day” has had an immeasurable effect on me.

Happy reading, listening, and learning!



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01/06/2023

12/21/2022

Courtesy of Righ Uhn Tay posted from the EMS FB page…

I would like to share the outstanding off-duty care recently rendered by my two of my medics (Hall and Carney) and a third who I'd like to meet (Joseph Gelhaus). “Joey” was casually on leave at the time, to boot! Trusted care...ANYWHERE!

Technical Sergeant Andrew Hall, Staff Sergeant Thomas Carney, and SSgt Joseph Gelhaus were first responders while off-duty in Red Rock Canyon, Nevada.
Sergeant Hall, Carney and Gelhaus were first on-scene after witnessing a motorcycle crash and subsequent 40 foot ejection of the female rider.
Risking their safety on the side of a narrow highway, they grabbed their personal medical equipment and immediately began directing scene safety and assessing the patient.
Sergeant Hall immediately held c-spine stabilization and began airway assessment. He also discovered a potential open head injury and head laceration.
Sergeant Carney then began a rapid trauma assessment. His assessment revealed significant pelvic pain and a shortened left leg and determined a high likelihood of a life-threatening pelvic fracture.
Sergeant Carney and Gelhaus sprung to action by making an improvised pelvic binder, by combining two tourniquets from their medical kits, to stabilize the pelvis and stop further bleeding.
Both Sergeant Carney and Hall also performed a rapid neurological assessment, to include determining she had a decreased Glasgow-coma scale rating (GCS).
While Sergeant Hall and Carney with their neuro assessment, Sergeant Gelhaus irrigated and dressed the other wounds that the driver had sustained.
The local EMS then arrived on scene, but dynamic trio’s care didn't stop there.
Despite attempts from the local EMS, Sergeant Hall was successful with establishing IV access as well as applying dressing and bandage to the patient's head injury.
Sergeant Carney directed obtaining vital signs and quickly identified that patient was in shock, likely from massive hemorrhage from her pelvis.
Furthermore, they provided a crucial hand-off report to the responding "life flight" MEDEVAC and assisted with loaded the patient safely into the helicopter.
Sergeant Hall, Carney, and Gelhaus’s steadfast response, critical thinking, recognition of life-threatening injuries, and quick application of the improvised binder coupled with intravenous access was imperative to this patient’s survival.

12/20/2022

For your viewing pleasure, The 4th Qtr Newsletter.

12/20/2022

Photos from AFMS - USAF Nursing Services's post

12/20/2022

Request 🚨 4N CDC Writer is asking for assistance in gathering information, pictures and scenario/demonstration/videos (in current uniform) of medics in action to be featured in the 5-Level CDCs for the following tasks:

2.27.2.1: Flight line operations
2.27.2.2: In-Flight emergency procedures
2.27.2.4: Radio Communications
2.27.2.5: Perform grid map plotting

*All to be explained to a Task Knowledge Level (b): Knows Procedures: Can determine step by step procedures for doing the task.

Please let me know if you and your team are able to help out. Email: [email protected]

12/16/2022

Happy Holidays Medics!!!

12/06/2022

Please join me in Congratulating our newest 4N CMSgts! Welcome to the Top 1%.

Chief Master Sergeants are individually to be regarded as people:
Who cannot be bought
Whose word is their bond
Who put character above wealth
Who possess opinions and a will
Who are larger than their vocations
Who will not lose their individuality in a crowd
Who do not hesitate to take chances
Who will be as honest in small things as in great ones
Who will make no compromise with wrong
Whose ambitions are not confined to their own selfish desires and interests
Who are true to their friends through good report and evil report, in adversity as well as prosperity
Who do not believe that shrewdness, cunning, and hard-headedness are the best qualities for winning success
Who are not ashamed or afraid to stand for the truth when it is unpopular, who can say "no" with emphasis, although all the world is saying "yes"

12/02/2022

These last 3 days, I had the opportunity to complete my TCCC-MP refresher training at JB Andrews. The instructor cadre (SSgt Miller, SSgt Freeman, TSgt Medina-Lopez, TSgt Sheehan) were awesome. I love how the TCCC cadre at many of our MTFs are innovative, creative, and incorporate our other base partners into our training. Teamwork makes the Dreamwork

If you ever wondered if your Senior 4N Leadership team does the training that we are all required to do, yes we do 😁. Now it’s time to go home a relax. I hope everyone has a great weekend! More exciting news coming next week 😁.

12/01/2022

The public release date for the USAF Chief Master Sergeant (22E9), USSF Chief Master Sergeant (22S9), and USSF Senior Master Sergeant (23S8) promotion release is scheduled for of 6 December 2022.

The Air Force worldwide statistics for cycle 22E9:
• Number Eligible: 2,526
• Number Selected: 514
• AF-Wide Selection Rate: 20.34%

The Space Force worldwide statistics for cycle 22S9:
• Number Eligible: 55
• Number Selected: 15
• SF-Wide Selection Rate: 27.27%

The Space Force worldwide statistics for cycle 23S8:
• Number Eligible: 328
• Number Selected: 35
• SF-Wide Selection Rate: 10.67%

11/24/2022

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Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving and thinking of those who are on deployed away from their family and our shift workers. Thankful for each and everyone of you.

11/11/2022

Happy Veterans Day and thank you for your service and the sacrifices that gives the other 99% the opportunity to enjoy the liberties we protected, protect, and will continue to protect through generations to come!

10/28/2022

🚨 Job Opportunity 🚨

Job advertisement for Senior Medical NCO at headquarters MEPCOM in Great Lakes IL. RNLTD 30 June 2023. Contact MSgt Melissa LaBoy at [email protected] or apply on Talent Marketplace.

10/28/2022

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Off the Press! NECP/DECP Guidance is posted in MyPERS

10/26/2022

Happy Wonderful Wednesday Teammates! I say it’s wonderful because the work week is halfway over and I love it when leaders share their airmen’s accomplishments. Please congratulate the following 4Ns that I know thus far that was step promoted to TSgt recently. This is not an easy feat and their hard work, dedication, perseverance, has definitely shined through. Keep Leading 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

TSgt Abby Goff (20 MDG)
TSgt Betty Dumas (375 AES)
TSgt Shauna Bland (6 MDG)
TSgt Ray King (633d MDG)

10/23/2022

🚨🚨 Hot Job Alert 🚨🚨 Attention 4N0X1 MSgts

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. RNLTD March 2023.
For more information, go to talent marketplace and/or contact MSgt Greer Andrade
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10/04/2022

The 3rd Quarter TNF Newsletter is now available and full of exciting features! Watch your inbox for an email from your Chief RN/CFM or check it out now on our KX site: https://kx.health.mil/kj/kx2/AFNursingServices/Pages/home.aspx

10/04/2022

The 3rd Quarter TNF Newsletter is now available.

The 3rd Quarter TNF Newsletter is now available and full of exciting features! Watch your inbox for an email from your Chief RN/CFM or check it out now on our KX site: https://kx.health.mil/kj/kx2/AFNursingServices/Pages/home.aspx

09/28/2022

Embedded AF medics enhance security forces readiness training

Embedded AF medics enhance security forces readiness training

Some Airmen dedicate their lives to protecting and defending; others dedicate their lives to healing and saving the lives of those who do.

09/27/2022

Today I had the opportunity to sit in on the Army 68W Summit as they address the current and future requirements of their combat medics. I wasn’t alone 😃, CMSgt Thomas Ward (AETC 4N Functional Manager), Capt Ingrid Williams (AMSA Program Director) and SMSgt Eleana Langley (AMSA SEL); were also in attendance in a room full of Army Senior Medical Leaders. Discussions today consisted of:
- recent 68W efforts and tasks
- AEMT Proof of concept
- Autologous Blood Training
- Prolonged Care
- critical care flight paramedic
- MEDSIM T capabilities
- Sustainment and Career Progression
- Joint/DHA/ JTS

The next couple of days, further discussions will take place as the Army takes a deep dive and strategic look at the 2030 Combat Medic.

What does this mean for us? When I think of Joint Interoperability, I think of what are our commonalities, where can we learn and share from each other, how do we compliment based on our requirements and capabilities.

09/26/2022

what what!

: Senior Airman Jaclyn Pearsall, 852nd Medical Squadron flight and operational medical technician, stationed at NATO Air Base Geilenkirchen, Germany. While waiting at the bus stop for her children Pearsall witnessed a bicyclist get stuck by a vehicle.

Pearsall ran toward the injured woman who appeared to have a broken leg and ankle. Pearsall cared for and evaluated the woman’s injuries while another bystander arrived with an emergency kit. Pearsall used provided sustained onsite patient care to the cyclist’s wounds until the ambulance arrived 25 minutes later.

Pearsall was awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal for her actions.

09/23/2022

A lot of good stuff rolling out, what are you most excited for?

Wingmen — more good news…

✅ Assignment priority code changes for our MTI, MTL, and recruiters
✅ No RNLTDs within 120 days from return of deployment
✅ Assignment swap program 🙌🏼
✅ TOS removal for expedited transfers & inclusion of acquitted Airmen

Thanks to the Enlisted Assignment Working Group (comprised of Airmen across the force), A1 and AFPC for making these changes happen.

More to follow.

Read about the changes in the article below.

https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3166053/enlisted-assignment-working-group-wins/

09/23/2022

2022 National EMS Awards of Excellence Winners Announced

The quickest way to find out anything lately seems to be social media 😀, but on a serious note, please congratulate TSgt Jack Williams (4N0X1C) from JB Elmendorf-Richardson on his selection as the 2022 NAEMT/North American Rescue Military Medic of the Year Award.

Job well done and in the words of Mr. Cum “rockstar medic”.

https://www.hmpgloballearningnetwork.com/site/emsworld/2022-national-ems-awards-excellence-winners?fbclid=IwAR3etqkUup0yKULhvcqRWY5J0w1HyXd1sYh1zYG9LYOmv5us1mNgMI_lNTk

The awards will be presented during NAEMT’s General Membership Meeting on Tuesday, October 11, and at the Opening Ceremony of EMS World Expo on Wednesday, October 12 in Orlando, Florida.

09/21/2022

Tune in if you can or save to watch later.

Teammates - there’s been lots going on this past week…and you won’t want to miss this next Coffee Talk, featuring our Secretary of the Air Force - the Honorable Frank Kendall!

Grab a cup of ☕️, 🫖, 🥤, 🧃 or 💧 and tune in live on Facebook, tomorrow, 22 Sept at 1115 EDT.

09/21/2022

🚨🚨🚨Job Ad Alert 🚨 🚨🚨
calling all 4N0 paramedics!

Did you know a lot of our special duty ads are now on Talent Marketplace?

Special Tactics Training Squadron (STTS), Hurburt Field, FL, has an active ad on Talent Marketplace for a TSgt 4N071 Paramedic (applicants must have the 456 paramedic SEI to apply). Volunteer by 27 Sep with a 30 Jan 2022 RNLTD. Members with question can contact MSgt McFarland at [email protected]

09/21/2022

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This week we had the Air and Space Forces Association conference 19-21 Sep at the Ga***rd Hotel and Convention Center, National Harbor, MD. It is a professional development event where you hear the latest and greatest on what’s to come as well as hear our Senior Air Force and Space Force Leaders address concerns that many Airmen and Guardians have on their mind.

It was also great to see a few 4N medics in attendance. 😃

One thing that I know many of you may be excited about is the potential for Assignment Swaps. More to come as I don’t know the specifics yet.

Hot off the press! The Joint Team (Purple Book)

09/21/2022

I tried to deny the fact that SMSgt Valerie Lee (AF EMS State Director) and SMSgt Ashley Jackson (EMS Program Manager) will be leaving us on HAF staff soon. They were a power house duo that knows how to get things done. Was it easy? Heck no! Did they have obstacles? Everyday! But their pride, passion, perseverance, grit, and leadership has propelled our AF EMS program forward as we continue to provide ready reliable trusted care to our DoD beneficiaries in the prehospital setting. On behalf of Brig Gen Ryder, myself, and the Total Nursing Force; thank you! You have definitely left your mark and we look forward to seeing what you accomplish next.

09/20/2022

Happy Surgical Technologist Week!!!
(18-24 Sept 22) Theme - Behind the Mayo

Join me in showing love to our 4N1’s. These professionals are a critical part of positive patient outcomes and experiences. I am thankful for what they bring to the mission, whether at home or in the deployed environment. Comment below if you would like to recognize an individual or team!!!

09/07/2022

Air Force Nurse Corps Diversity and Inclusion "I AM ME" presents SSgt Zatzyn Trout-Burrow from Cannon AFB, NM! SSgt Trout-Burrow was named as an outstanding mentor by one of her peers. It is a testament that you never know who is watching and learning from you. You never know who you are mentoring as you work, grow, and develop in your role every day. You never know whose careers and lives you are influencing and impacting everyday. SSgt Trout-Burrow has a diverse and unique story that has strongly impacted her peers in an excellent way. Thank you so much for sharing your story, SSgt Trout-Burrow!

09/06/2022

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SOLICITATION: MAY 2023 PARAMEDIC SCHOOL CANDIDATES

The Air Force State Office of Emergency Medical Services (AFSOEMS) is officially requesting candidates to attend the May 2023 initial paramedic course at Pima Community College in Tucson, AZ. The course is scheduled for 1 May 2023 – 8 Sep 2023. This opportunity is only available for active duty members with the 4N0X1 and X4N0X1 CAFSCs. Members with the 4N0X1C CAFSC may apply if their current duty position requires the member to obtain the 456 SEI.

All interested personnel meeting the selection criteria are encouraged to coordinate package submission with their chain of command, local 4N Functional Managers and MAJCOM 4N Functional Managers.

PACKAGE SUBMISSIONS MUST INCLUDE:
- Last 3 EPRs (or a LOE if the member has not received their first EPR)
- SURF
- Fitness Scores
- Questionnaire obtained from local 4N Functional Managers or on the AFMS KX: https://kx.health.mil/kj/kx9/USAFEMS/Pages/Paramedic-Program.aspx

Although it is ideal for members who are not currently stationed at an ALS platform to meet time on station requirements to PCS, AFPC MAY grant waivers if the member is selected. Please do not let this limit submissions.

Please coordinate all package submissions with your chain of command and MTF 4N Functional Manager.

08/26/2022

Congratulations to our new Staff Sergeant selects...To our selects, With this being the lowest selection rate for incoming E-5s since 1997, (some might not have been born), we need your leadership, it starts with you!! Dig in and continue your professional growth. The journey has just begun. Welcome to the NCO tier!!!

08/18/2022

2022 Medic Rodeo is officially done!!! Now we wait on the results 😬

08/18/2022

08/10/2022

Question from the field: What MTFs are using a link or tablet for outpatient genesis patient check-in screenings?

08/02/2022

Air Force Nurse Corps Diversity and Inclusion - Inspiration And Mentorship in the Nursing Services "I AM ME" presents Maj Joseph Broeckelmann. I had the honor and pleasure of working with Maj Broeckelmann while assigned at JBLE - Langley ED. It has been wonderful watching him thrive as an Air Force leader and mentor over the past 5 years. In his profile, he hit on a key topic - 'Paying It Forward'. The simplest way to define “pay it forward” is that when someone does something for you, instead of paying that person back directly, you pass it on to another person instead. Maj Broeckelmann continues to do this simple yet highly impactful task both during his on-duty and off-duty times. He understands that 'Paying It Forward' is not about a bullet or recognition for assisting someone, but about helping to pave the way for future Airmen, Service members, and civilian partners. It's about solidifying stagnant relationships between different medical communities and establishing new ones. It's about not only knowing the way, but also showing the way. Thank you so much for sharing and your continued phenomenal leadership and mentorship, Maj Joseph Broeckelmann!

07/22/2022

This , we sat down with the 31st Medical Group’s Primary Care Flight Chief, MSgt Randy Green, to discuss the in-depth details of Tactical Combat Casualty Care, or TCCC, and its importance to the mission.

Catch Wyvern Radio (6 am-10 am) and (2 pm-6 pm) every Mon-Fri on 106FM and the AFN Go App!

Another amazing 4N representing our career field….check out MSgt Randy Green from Aviano!