EMSC Colorado

04/27/2026

Pediatric readiness looks like: PECCs! Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinators champion pediatric readiness in the ER. Nurses and physicians do not need special training in pediatrics to be a PECC, but they do need a passion for caring for kids! Check out the free and open source tools from the EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center for current and future PECCs.

The ED PECC modules are designed to support PECCs at every stage. They offer:
- Clear explanations of the PECC role
- Practical QI guidance
- Flexible, self-paced learning

Explore the modules: https://emscimprovement.center/domains/pecc/pecc-module-ed/

04/23/2026

Pediatric readiness looks like: engaging families about mental health.
Visits for mental health continue to rise for kids across the country. Strong work by Haxtun Health for engaging kids and families early to talk about feelings and mental health!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we have a few things on our calendar in the coming weeks!

📖 Kids’ Story Hour 💚
Join us for a special children’s story hour featuring "Listening to My Body" by Gabi Garcia, read by Rachael Fryrear.
Through this engaging story, children will learn how to recognize their feelings, understand body signals, and practice simple calming strategies—skills that support emotional health from an early age.

🗓 Monday, May 11
⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Haxtun Community Center
👧🧒 Ages 4–12 (with parent or guardian)
✅ Free to attend

We’re proud to support mental health at every age and stage—starting with our youngest community members. 💚

Learn more about this event and others during the month of May.
https://haxtunhealth.org/mental-health/

04/21/2026

This , we’re sharing what works.

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...