Two Cumberland County medics made history at the NC Emergency Medical Services Expo. Hannah Thompson and Jessica Haines beat five teams to win the EM Today Paramedic Competition in Greensboro on May 4.
They outshone rivals, including past winners, in medical tasks, written tests, and conduct reviews. Brian Langston, Corporate Director Patient Logistics and Mobile Integrated Health, said in a news release, “We’re very proud of Hannah and Jessica’s win. These competitions prepare our paramedics to improve the treatment of real patients in our community.”
Teams faced three tests in early rounds: hands-on medical work, written exams, and professional conduct. The pair spent weeks at Fayetteville Tech practicing tough medical cases…