Southern Tier EMT-B Academy Apply Now Your first step toward a career in emergency medical services starts here. The Southern Tier EMT-B Academy is proud to offer comprehensive, hands-on training for individuals seeking certification as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). Our program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to provide life-saving care in a wide variety of emergency situations. Whether you’re beginning your career in EMS, transitioning from another field, or looking to serve your community as a volunteer responder, our academy offers a supportive learning environment, expert instructors, and a proven curriculum aligned with New York State Department of Health standards. Classes are held at our modern training facility in Olean, NY, with opportunities for real-world clinical and field experience through our partnerships with regional EMS agencies and hospitals. Join the next generation of EMTs—dedicated, prepared, and ready to make a difference.

PCR Request Refusal Forms BEMS Policies 12-02 Prehospital Care Reports (PDF) 12-03 Electronic PCR Data Submission (PDF) 21-04 Submission of Patient Care Reports as of July 1st, 2021 (PDF) NYSDOH 5136 Form WREMAC Refusal Form WREMAC Refusal of Evaluation, Treatment, & Transport Form Request Printed Refusal Forms Prehospital Care Report *due to BEMS policy statement 21-04 (above), STEMS is no longer able to distribute paper PCRs and continuation forms. Printable PCR Agency Copy (White Copy) - Front Agency Copy (White Copy) - Back Research Copy (Yellow Copy) - Front Research Copy (Yellow Copy) - Back Hospital Copy (Pink Copy) - Front Hospital Copy (Pink Copy) - Back DOH-3411 - Continuation Form

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Nav Menu Safe Kids Safety Resources Home Safety Child Safety Child Safety Videos Open Water & Boating Safety Carbon Monoxide Safety Safety Resources for Parents and Caregivers Poison Control Center: 1-800-222-1222 Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Do you need a guide through children's mental health? Visit The Movement for Children's Mental Health - On Our Sleeves for information on mental health and suicide prevention. Please visit the New York State Office of Children and Family Services website for information on infant safe sleep environments and other child safety tips. Visit Birth Injury Justice Center to receive assistance to help improve overall quality of life for children and individuals with disabilities. Visit Backyard Safety for Children — Sprinkler Supply Store for backyard safety and injury prevention tips for kids. Visit Baby - HealthyChildren.org or CDC’s Developmental Milestones | CDC for baby safety tips and milestones. Click for Kinship Care in New York State Click for Welcome to Being a Grandparent Brochure Visit Caring for Grandkids and keeping them safe on the road | Bankrate for helpful safety tips and resources for grandparents caring for their grandkids. Click for Chautauqua Safety Village Click for A Parent's Guide to Toilet Training Special Needs Kids Click for Keeping Children Safe Brochure Click for "The Danger of Leaving Children in Hot, Parked Cars " Video Click for Children with Autism . Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can make navigating a child’s healthcare needs complicated. Our guide, written specifically with insight from nurses, covers essential medical knowledge for parents and caregivers of children with ASD, including: A guide for managing the diagnosis process. How to recognize early signs of autism in children. Autism-specific mental and physical healthcare needs. Strategies for avoiding overstimulation and anxiety at doctor appointments. Tips on how to advocate for your child in healthcare. Safe Sleep Resources Click for the Safe Kids Southern Tier New York SIDS Awareness page Click for Safe Sleep for Your Baby Video Click for Baby Safe Sleep Healthy Babies Are Dying National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 833-943-5746 (833-9-HELP4MOMS), a 24/7, Free, Confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish. Postpartum Support International (PSI) 800-944-4773 or 971-203-7773 for Spanish Free Confidential support helpline that offers encouragement and connects you with local resources as needed 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 , a 24/7, a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress in the U.S. Lifeline for Moms is an interdisciplinary team of experts who build caregiver capacity to address perinatal mental health and substance use disorders. MCPAP for Moms provides real-time, perinatal psychiatric consultation and resources and referrals for obstetric, pediatric, primary care, psychiatric, and substance use disorder providers to effectively prevent, identify, and manage their pregnant and postpartum patients' mental health and substance use concerns. Classroom Resources Click for 8 Simple School Strategies for Students With ADHD (verywellmind.com) Click for Managing Classroom Behavior to Maximize Student Learning (trophycentral.com) Click for Classroom Management: The Most Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them (insightstobehavior.com) Click for Online Classroom Management: Five Tips for Making the Shift (roomtodiscover.com)

Emergency Medicine Southern Tier Emergency Medical System (STEMS) is a program of Southern Tier Health Care System, Inc., and also an EMS program agency for the Southwestern Regional EMS Council (SWREMS). STEMS is responsible for researching and coordinating educational seminars to meet the needs of the EMS agencies in Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. We are contracted by the New York State Department of Health Bureau of EMS to provide a specific set of "deliverables," which are required goals for us to meet. STEMS also supports the Western Regional Medical Advisory Committee (WREMAC). Register Now Current Provider Resources Southwestern Regional EMS Council STEMS Monthly Minute Southern Tier EMT-B Academy WREMAC Regional Paramedic Program NYSDOH Division of EMS

Safe Kids Safe Kids Southern Tier New York is led by Southern Tier Health Care System, Inc., which provides dedicated and caring staff, operation support and other resources to assist in achieving our common goal: keeping your kids safe. Based on the needs of the community, this coalition implements evidence-based programs, such as car-seat safety, safe sleep education, and water safety, that help parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries. About In April 2019, the Safe Kids Southern Tier New York Coalition was formed as a re-imagining of the former Southern Tier Child Health and Safety Team (CHST). For years, CHST investigated the causes of preventable child deaths and developed proactive strategies to eliminate risks. This multidisciplinary team began in Allegany County and later expanded to Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. The team comprised professionals from multiple disciplines including public health, social services, health care, law enforcement, child welfare and behavioral health. Today, as a Safe Kids Worldwide Coalition we are able to be more broadly inclusive of the many other community professionals, services and individuals who are instrumental in the healthy and productive upbringing of children. Parents/caregivers, educators, counselors, educators and even faith leaders deserve a seat at the table. Upcoming Events Bike Helmet Program Coalition Calendar Car Seat Fitting Safety Resources Home Safety Child Safety Videos New Parent News Want more information? If you would like more information on any of the topics on this page, feel free to contact us at 716-372-0614 or safekids@sthcs.org Coalition Calendar

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Virtual Open Water and Boating Safety Training FREE VIRTUAL OPEN WATER AND BOATING SAFETY TRAINING BY SAFE KIDS SOUTHERN TIER NEW YORK Safe Kids Southern Tier New York offers a short virtual training for children and parents on open water and boating safety. Children under 18 can pick up a free life jacket at Southern Tier Health Care System in Olean after completing this training. The training can be found at Open Water and Boating Safety Training. If you have any questions or would like additional information, contact Southern Tier Health Care System at safekids@sthcs.org. Virtual Training Hard Facts about Drowning Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death among children ages 1-4. And it's the third leading cause of unintentional injury-related death among children 19 and under. In 2018, 918 children under the age of 19 drowned and more than 7,000 were seen in the emergency room. Top Tips for Swimming Safety Watch kids when they are in or around water. Keep young children and weak swimmers within arm’s reach of an adult. Make sure more experienced swimmers are with a partner every time. Choose a Water Watcher. When there are several adults present, choose one to be responsible for watching children in or near the water for a certain period of time, such as 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, select another adult to be the Water Watcher. Teach children how to swim. Every child is different, so enroll children in swim lessons when they are ready. Consider their age, development and how often they are around water. Make sure kids learn these five water survival skills. Step or jump into water over their head and return to the surface. Turn around in the water and orient to safety. Float or tread water. Combine breathing with forward movement in the water. Exit the water. Teach children that swimming in open water is different from swimming in a pool. Be aware of situations that are unique to open water, such as limited visibility, depth, uneven surfaces, currents and undertow. These potential hazards can make swimming in open water more challenging than swimming in a pool. Learn CPR and basic water rescue skills. It is important to know how to respond in an emergency without putting yourself at risk of drowning. Learning these skills may help you save a life. Top Tips for Boating Safety Wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket when boating. Choose a life jacket that is right for your child’s weight and water activity. Young kids are at a higher risk for hypothermia, so take extra precautions to keep them warm. If your children seem cold or are shivering, wrap them tightly in a dry blanket or towel. Learn basic water rescue skills and CPR. It is important to know how to respond in an emergency without putting yourself at risk of drowning. Follow the U.S. Coast Guard recommendations for boating safety. Learn about available boating resources, such as free vessel safety checks and boating safety courses.

Board of Directors Who We Are See our Team Todd Reisner Chairman Director of Operations, Trans Am Ambulance Services Donna Kahm President President & CEO Southern Tier Health Care System Melissa Sullivan Vice-Chairwoman CEO HomeCare & Hospice Jason Beckwith President & CEO Lutheran Social Services Emelia Harley VP of Patient Care Services and CNO UPMC Chautauqua WCA Steven Jackson Foundation President Olean General Hospital Tyler Shaw Public Health Director Allegany Co. Health Department Christine Strade CEO Olean Medical Group Dr. Kevin Watkins Public Health Director Cattaraugus Co. Health Department Sandra Watkins VP of Patient Care Services and CNO Jones Memorial Hospital

Nav Menu Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner We partner with UPMC Chautauqua in Jamestown, NY, Olean General Hospital in Olean, NY, and Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville, NY to have SAFE centers in the emergency departments of each hospital. We have a collaborative approach that involves our SAFE providers, rape crisis centers, law enforcement, prosecutors' offices, victim advocacy organizations and other appropriate service agencies. This allows us to provide a coordinated response to meet the needs of sexual assault survivors and also improve community response to sexual assault. Know Your Rights sexual-assault-is-often-not-reported_orig safe-5_orig safe-4_orig What is a SAFE/FRE? A Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) is a medical exam to collect & preserve DNA evidence from a sexual assault. These are also often referred to as a Forensic Rape Exam (FRE) or a Rape Kit. Trained medical providers at our SAFE Centers conduct these exams & can treat injuries as well as prescribe medications to prevent pregnancies or STI’s. This exam & relevant medical care can be billed to the Office of Victim Services at no cost to you. We encourage people who have been sexually assaulted to visit one of our SAFE centers as soon as possible within 96 hours from the assault. We also suggest you do not shower, bathe, eat, or drink until the exam can be completed. However, even if you do one or several of these activities, you are still eligible for the exam. What should I expect? During the exam, you can expect the process to generally follow this outline. However, you are allowed to pause or skip steps at any point. Injuries That Need Immediate Attention – Injuries that need immediate attention will be taken care of first. History – You will be asked about your medical history, such as current medications or preexisting conditions. You also will be asked some questions which may seem personal, such as your recent sexual activity and details about the assault. This will help your SAFE provider identify where evidence could be located. Full Body Examination – Based on the details you gave your provider; this may not be an entire body examination & instead focus on relevant areas. You are allowed to decline any portion of this examination. This examination may include examining & taking samples of areas such as the mouth, nose, vagina, or anus. With your permission, your SAFE provider may take photos of the injured areas for evidence or collect your clothes for further DNA collection. Follow Up – Your provider may prescribe medications to prevent pregnancies or STI’s. You also may be scheduled for a follow-up appointment if necessary. In addition to this, you will receive information about reporting options. safe-1_orig safe-2_orig safe-3_orig Program Goals Provide timely, compassionate, patient-centered care in private settings. Provide emotional support and works to reduce further trauma to the patient. Provide quality care to sexual assault survivors, including evaluation, treatment, referral, and follow-up. Ensure quality of collection, documentation, preservation, and custody of physical evidence. Utilize an interdisciplinary approach by working many disciplines to effectively meet the needs of sexual assault survivors and the community. Provide expert testimony when needed, if patients choose to report crimes to law enforcement SAFE Centers At our SAFE centers, our providers treat sexual assault survivors with dignity and compassion. Each have received specialized medical training to help survivors receive the best care possible. SAFE Provider Training In accordance with the SAFE standards established by the DOH, a forty hour didactic and clinical training course must be provided to individual examiners through a training program approved by the New York State Department of Health. Training programs must meet set requirements and enter into a formal agreement with the Department. At least one faculty member must be an active DOH-certified SAFE examiner. For further details about the requirements and training needed to become a SAFE Provider, click here . Our Victim Advocacy Partners Each sexual assault survivor receives a victim advocate to help them through the process and to better understand the system. The Salvation Army serves survivors in Chautauqua County and Connecting Communities in Action serves survivors in Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties. For more information, please contact us .

Stop the Bleed Interested in a Course? Contact Us! Today we live in a world where terrorism, the actions of unstable people, and the dangerous impulses of friends and relatives are very real and becoming increasingly more frequent. Massive bleeding from any cause, but particularly from an active shooter or explosive event where a response is delayed can result in death. Similar to how the general public learns and performs CPR, the public must learn proper bleeding control techniques, including how to use their hands, dressings, and tourniquets. Victims can quickly die from uncontrolled bleeding, within five to 10 minutes. However, anyone at the scene can act as immediate responder and save lives if they know what to do. BleedingControl.org supports President Barack Obama’s policy directive for national preparedness (Presidential Policy Directive 8 ), which targets preparedness as a shared responsibility of the government, the private and nonprofit sectors, and individual citizens. Bleeding Control is an initiative of the American College of Surgeons and the Hartford Consensus and contains diagrams, news, videos, and other resources contributed by a variety of other private and nonprofit partners to help prepare you in the event you are witness to one of these unspeakable events. Our shared goal is to provide you with a one-stop, online resource to credible information on bleeding control. We hope you will never need to use this information, but if you do, at least you will have the assurance that the information is credible and timely. Southern Tier Health Care System, Inc. is working to provide Stop the Bleed training to Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. If you are interested in scheduling a training, please contact us.