EMSC Colorado

04/21/2026

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Our Improving Pediatric Sepsis Outcomes Change Package provides evidence-based guidance and tools to help hospitals strengthen pediatric sepsis care and save lives.

Learn more: https://sepsis.childrenshospitals.org/

04/20/2026

Thanks to the 71 Colorado ERs who have participated in the National Pediatric Readiness Project! Your contribution helps shape pediatric readiness in Colorado.

There’s still time to participate! The assessment closes May 31st. Learn more and complete the assessment at:

High readiness is associated with as much as 76% reduced mortality risk in pediatric ill or injured patients. Participation helps EDs identify gaps in Pediatric Readiness and is vital to improving outcomes in your community and for all children.

04/16/2026

🚑Join us for our April prehospital pediatric education session on SEPSIS with Dr. Rachel Hatcliffe. 🤒Email EMSC@childrensnational.org for the link. 🧸Applications submitted for 1.0 CE for EMS in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. All other participants are welcome and will receive a DC certificate. 🚑

04/15/2026

Pediatric readiness looks like: injury prevention!
Strong work by Platte Valley Fire Protection District!

04/13/2026

Pediatric readiness looks like: training! On average, pediatric patients are 10% of an agency’s total call volume. Regular training for pediatrics keeps those skills fresh and providers ready to care for kids!
Strong work by Highland Rescue Team Ambulance District and Little Life Savers Academy!

04/10/2026

Pediatric Readiness looks like: regular pediatric education!
Join us on April 16th for this free webinar.

How do you approach neonatal fever in the ED? The April Pediatric Readiness Education Series session will focus on neonatal fever, led by Julia Magaña, MD, with practical strategies to support clinical decision-making.

Register today https://emscimprovement.center/education-and-resources/webinars/

04/09/2026

Pediatric readiness looks like: simulation! Strong work by Haxtun Health and UCHealth!

04/07/2026

Pediatric readiness looks like encouraging the next generation of first responders!

04/03/2026

Pediatric readiness looks like community engagement! Way to go Gunnison Valley Health!

04/02/2026

Join us in beautiful Crested Butte for the 5th annual Western Colorado Pediatric Preparedness Seminar April 30th - May 1st.
Cost: FREE!!

PEPP Course April 29th!

Event Timing: 30 April - 1 May 2026 Event Address: Crested Butte Mountain Resort, 12 Snowmass Road, Crested Butte, Colorado 81225 To reserve your room call 855-948-0691. This is a reservation line dedicated to making reservations for group guests. Please reference the group name (2026 Western CO Ped...

04/01/2026

Do you work at a rural, community, or freestanding ED? Pediatric Readiness is achievable and critical for every ED, no matter how big or how small. Your youngest patients are depending on you. Talk to your team about taking the assessment at https://pedsready.org/

03/31/2026

Strengthening pediatric emergency care starts with just 30 minutes. That’s about how long it takes for your ED to complete the National Pediatric Readiness Assessment — and the insights you gain can drive years of improvement! Learn more at pedsready.org.