Research Symposium 2024 was hosted on the 18th and 19th of July, at Australian Catholic University, Brisbane campus. This symposium’s theme, “Influence and Inspire: Advancing the Paramedicine Research Agenda for Australasia,” reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in paramedic research. The goal of this symposium was to highlight the crucial role of paramedic research in shaping and advancing emergency care.

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Paramedic perspectives on cross-border ambulance response: Non-technical skills in high acuity trauma

This study investigated paramedic perspectives on cross-border ambulance response, concentrating on non-technical skills (NTS) in high acuity trauma. It focused on the New South Wales (NSW) and Victorian border in Australia. Qualitative interviews with members of both ambulance services revealed various challenges in managing high-acuity trauma patients during collaboration. Further education, networking and debriefing is needed to improve work relationships between the services. A cross-border response guideline for paramedics may improve work practices and patient outcomes along the NSW and Victorian border region. Further research in this area is required.

Biography: Michelle Owens

Michelle is a student researcher studying a Masters of Paramedicine specialising in Critical Care at Charles Sturt University. She is an Intensive Care Paramedic with NSW Ambulance and has over 16 years’ experience as a paramedic. She has worked along the New South Wales-Victorian border for the last 15 years and has a passion for improving cross-border ambulance response.

Session moderator: Laura Hirello, PhD Candidate, Monash University