Ep 13: The Write Stuff – Reassessment, Communication & Documentation

Ep 13: The Write Stuff – Reassessment, Communication & Documentation

This week, the crew digs into one of the least glamorous but most critical parts of EMS: communication and documentation. From giving clear radio reports to writing legal patient charts, Mike, Max, and Jonathan explore how every word you say (and every note you write) can impact patient care and your career.

They break down what makes a solid patient report, why written narratives matter more than you think, and how good communication is the backbone of effective teamwork. Along the way, they compare old-school paper charting to today’s digital systems, share ride-along stories, and nerd out over the evolution of EMS radios—from “Johnny and Roy” to modern encrypted trunk systems.

Episode Breakdown

00:37 – Apollo 13 jokes and how NASA inspired this wee ...