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You are able to complete your ACLS, PALS and BLS certification in Ohio with a fully in-person, or blended online course.
At the ACLS Training Center, we make it easy to take online courses to receive the certification you need to work in a medical setting. We offer PALS, BLS, and ACLS certification. Columbus, Ohio residents can study online and complete the training quickly. Also available is PALS certification Ohio residents of Cincinnati or Cleveland can receive. Simply study and prepare for the test at home and then take the test online at your convenience.
No skills check is necessary in order to receive your ACLS, BLS or PALS certification or recertification. It’s as easy as signing up, studying up and passing the test.
Once you pass the test, you will be able to download an instant provider eCard. Upon request, we will put your physical certificate in the mail within 1 business day. This mean that you can use our service and become certified 24/7 without the hassle of scheduling a skills test or working around other people’s schedules. We make it easy for you to complete your BLS certification. Columbus, Ohio residents appreciate the convenience of completing everything online.
We want all of our customers to be fully satisfied with our BLS, ACLS and PALS recertification and certification classes. So, all of our courses come with a 7 days refund guarantee. We offer this unprecedented guarantee simply for your peace of mind. We make it easy to meet the PALS certification Ohio specific and national requirements.
We will refund 100% of your money if you are unhappy with our courses within the first 14 days.
Sign up for an ACLS, PALS or BLS course from ACLS Training Center to find out why so many medical professionals are saving time and money by earning their provider eCards online. You can easily complete your ACLS certification. Columbus, Ohio resident no longer need to worry about traveling to complete their training.
Our BLS course, ACLS course, and PALS course have an over 99% acceptance rate across employers nationwide and internationally. While someone in every state and most international regions has accepted our courses, acceptance can vary by individual employer. If for whatever reason you enroll in a course and it is not accepted, we offer a 100% money back guarantee for the first 7 days.
The team at the online ACLS Training Center works hard to stay up-to-date with new cardiac-related information and practices.
Getting your PALS, BLS and ACLS recertification or certification is remarkably simple with our service.
Just follow these steps to begin your training. Don’t worry; we walk you through every step once you sign up.
Once you have passed the test, you will immediately be able to download an instant provider eCard. We will also mail you a physical certificate within one business day upon request. Those who are in an extreme hurry can request next-day shipping of their hard copy provider certificate at an additional cost.
When you are working it can be difficult to find the time to squeeze in your recertification. However, it is important to complete your renewal, so that you can continue to keep your job. At ACLS Training Center, you can complete your training for your BLS certification. Columbus, Ohio residents find it easy to complete the classes and certification online. Sign up today to get started with your training.
Recent Ohio health data that relates to medical professionals required to carry an Ohio ACLS, BLS and PALS certification has been aggregated from multiple state and national reports and is listed below.
Unfortunately, Ohio is a relatively unhealthy state compared to the other states in the Midwest. Ohio residents have the second lowest life expectancy in the Midwest at seventy-seven and a half years (77.5).
The people in Ohio tie with Michigan for the highest rate of diabetes in the Midwest. They are at ten point one percent (10.1%) and the regional average is eight point thirty-two percent (8.32%). Finally, thirty three point three percent (33.3%) of the children in Ohio are obese. This is higher than the regional average of twenty-nine point four nine percent (29.49%).
Each state needs a competent medical workforce to meet the needs of its citizens. However, the requirements for some health care professions are not the same in each state. That is why it is important to find out what is required of you as a future or current registered nurse before moving across state lines. Contact information is located at the bottom of this page.
Application fee ($75)
All applications are to be completed online through the State of Ohio eLicense system.
A representative informed me that it may be easier to get your background check done in Ohio. Verification of license via paper request or via Nursys.
Proof of English proficiency if you were educated abroad and a CGFNS Professional Report
Two contact hours regarding Category A, Ohio Law and Rules
For more information and to view the application, visit the Ohio Board of Nursing Endorsement Applicants page and scroll down to endorsement applicants.
RN renewal takes place every two years during odd numbered years. License expiration dates have recently changed to October 31 due to a change in Ohio state law.
You will need to complete at least 24 contact hours and at least one must be from Category A. If your endorsement will cause you to have less than 12 months of practice by the time of your renewal, you will only need 12 contact hours.
Visit the Ohio Board of Nursing Continuing Education requirements page for detailed information and access the continuing education FAQ.
Ohio Board of Nursing web address
Business hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
17 South High Street, Suite 400
Columbus, Ohio 43215-7410
Phone number: 614-466-3947
Press one for New and Existing Nurse Licensing, then press two for endorsements, then two to speak with a representative. More than likely though, you will be directed to voicemail.
You may also press four to reach a receptionist from the main menu as well.
Fax: 614.466.0388
See the Ohio Board of Nursing continuing education FAQ for more information.
Your choices for in-person AHA training:
Blended class | Classroom | |
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Format | This is a personalized and adaptive class completed online with a computer. After the class you will schedule with an instructor to complete the hands-on portion of the class. | This is a traditional classroom class with an instructor. |
Course completion | Complete the online portion + hands-on skills session with an AHA Instructor. | Contact a Training Center in your area to sign up for an instructor-led class, see above |
Time | The online portion of HeartCode BLS can be completed in approximately 1 to 2 hours. Time to complete the hands-on skills session varies around approximately 60 minutes, depending on your experience level. | A full BLS provider course can take 4.5 hours to complete, including skills practice and skills testing. |
Completion card | BLS provider course completion card, valid for two years | BLS provider course completion card, valid for two years |
View our list of training centers and skill testers in OH. This list was produced by ACLS Training Center.
Zane State College
1555 Newark Road/ Zanesville, OH
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Life Matters Community, LLC
9025 Sandy Oak Trail/ Chardon, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Cleveland CPR
1460 E. Ninth Street (Hampton Inn)/ Cleveland, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Northeast Ohio Healthcare Advocacy Organization
3950 Ben Hur Ave, Unit 3/ Willoughby, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
CPR School House
5900 Roche Drive Suite 110/ Columbus, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
CPR for Life
9550 Campton Ridge Drive/ Chardon, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Health and Public Safety Division/ Cincinnati, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
OhLifesavers, a Division of MiLifesavers Training
PO Box 647/ Ashtabula, OH
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ACLS
PALS
CPR Cincinnati
7672 Montgomery Rd Suite #203/ Cincinnati, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
1st Choice CPR
7237 Whipple Ave. NW, Suite B/ North Canton, OH
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ACLS
PALS
West Point Fire Department
42572 State Route 518/ Lisbon, OH
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ACLS
PALS
HealthCorp/Intensive Care ACLS & CPR
5025 Turney Road/ Cleveland, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Babcock Health - Cleveland, OH
6200 Patriots Way/ Cleveland, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Babcock Health- Columbus, OH
1890 Winderly Ln/ Pickerington, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Donald Martens and Sons Ambulance
10830 Brook Park Rd./ Brooklyn, OH
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ACLS
PALS
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W 1st Ave/ Columbus, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Zoom Safety CPR
5810 Southwyck Blvd, 205M/ Toledo, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Mercy Health Center
2200 Jefferson Ave/ Toledo, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Fortis College - Columbus
4151 Executive Parkway Suite #120/ Westerville, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Med Flight of Ohio
2827 W. Dublin Granville Road/ Columbus, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Life Support Training Institute
3222 Hill Ave./ Toledo, OH
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ACLS
PALS
R C Durr YMCA
1105 Elm St/ Cincinnati, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Central Ohio CPR LLC
6260 Huntley Road/ Columbus, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Shull Medical Educators
668 Woodhaven/ Dr Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Cintas First Aid
4350 Renaissance Parkway suite F/ Warrensville, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Mercy Health Youngstown
1044 Belmont Avenue/ Youngstown, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Miami Township Fire Rescue
225 Corry St/ Yellow Springs, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
9500 Euclid Avenue, Mailcode HSB 100/ Cleveland, OH
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ACLS
PALS
University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center
630 E River St Receiving Barbara Baraona/ Elyria, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Community Health Partners Regional Medical Center dba Regional Medical Center
3700 Kolbe Rd/ Lorain, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Ohio University
023 Grosvenor Hall Heritage College Of Osteopathic Medicine/ Athens, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Butler Technology
5140 Princeton Glendale Rd Public Safety Education Complex/ Hamilton, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Adams County Regional Medical Center
230 Medical Center Drive; Office location: second floor, room 2127/ Seaman, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Akron Childrens Hospital
1 Perkins Sq Attn: Receiving Po# 316561/ Akron, OH
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ACLS
PALS
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Ctr
2213 Cherry St/ Toledo, OH
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ACLS
PALS
The University of Toledo Medical Center
3000 Arlington Ave/ Toledo, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Paulding County Hospital
1035 W Wayne St/ Paulding, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Wood County Training Center
950 W Wooster St/ Bowling Green, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Owens Community College
30150 Tracy Rd/ Walbridge, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Vanguard Sentinel JVS
1306 Cedar St./ Fremont, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Four County JVS
22900 State Route 34 Treasurer`s Office/ Archbold, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Memorial Hospital of Union County
500 London Ave/ Marysville, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Stark County Paramedic Program
2600 6th St SW Aultman Hospital/ Canton, OH
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ACLS
PALS
St. Charles Mercy Hospital
2600 Navarre Ave/ Oregon, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Marion General Hospital Marion OH
1000 McKinley Park Dr./ Marion, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Licking Memorial Hospital
1320 W. Main Street/ Newark, OH
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PALS
Med Central Health System
335 Glessner Ave/ Mansfield, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Mercy Health Youngstown
1044 Belmont Ave P.O. Box 1790/ Youngstown, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Barnesville Hospital Association
639 W Main St/ Barnesville, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Southern Ohio Medical Center
1805 27th St/ Portsmouth, OH
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ACLS
PALS
The Ohio State University Medical Center
660 Ackerman Rd First Floor. PO Box 183108/ Columbus, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Columbus State Community College
550 E Spring St/ Columbus, OH
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PALS
Hardin Memorial Hospital
921 E Franklin St/ Kenton, OH
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PALS
Mary Rutan Hospital
205 E Palmer Rd/ Bellefontaine, OH
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PALS
Columbus Division of Fire
3639 Parsons Ave/ Columbus, OH
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PALS
Violet Twp Fire Department
8700 Refugee Rd/ Pickerington, OH
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PALS
Nationwide Children's Hospital
700 Childrens Dr/ Columbus, OH
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PALS
Capital University
1 College & Main/ Columbus, OH
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PALS
Fayette County Memorial Hospital
1430 Columbus Ave Staff Development/ Washington Court House, OH
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PALS
North Canton Fire Department
345 7th St NE/ North Canton, OH
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PALS
Massillon Fire Department
233 Erie St S/ Massillon, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Apollo Career Center
3325 Shawnee Rd/ Lima, OH
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PALS
Springfield Regional Medical Center
100 Medical Center Drive/ Springfield, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Wyandot County EMS
401 N Warpole St/ Upper Sandusky, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Shawnee State University
940B 2nd St/ Portsmouth, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Jefferson Township Fire Department
470 South Main Street/ Bellville, OH
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PALS
Trinity Medical Center West
4000 Johnson Rd/ Steubenville, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Harrison Community Hospital
951 E Market St Nursing Department/ Cadiz, OH
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ACLS
PALS
East Liverpool City Hospital
425 W 5th St/ East Liverpool, OH
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ACLS
PALS
ProMedica Health Systems
2142 N. Cove Blvd./ Toledo, OH
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ACLS
PALS
City of Ashland Fire Department
274 Cleveland Ave/ Ashland, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Oregon Adult Education
2852 Tremainsville Rd/ http://www.oregoncityschools.org, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Health Corp/ Intensive Care ACLS and CPR
5025 Turney Rd/ Garfield Heights, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Around The Clock Home Care, Inc.
33 Mill St/ Painesville, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Bucyrus Community Hospital
629 N Sandusky Ave/ Bucyrus, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Monroe Township Fire Department
24 S Oregon St/ Johnstown, OH
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ACLS
PALS
CPROhio
4760 Grayton Rd/ Cleveland, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Institutional Care Pharmacy, Inc.
1815 W County Road 54/ Tiffin, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Mercy Health - Fairfield Hospital
3000 Mack Rd Mail Code N04395A/ Fairfield, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Tolles Career Technical Center
7877 U.S. Route 42 S/ Plain City, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Delaware County EMS
10 Court St/ Delaware, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Liberty Township Fire Department
6682 Princeton Glendale Rd/ Liberty Township, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Holzer Health System
100 Jackson Pike/ Gallipolis, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Lake Health
7590 Auburn Rd/ Concord, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Loren-Lynn, Inc. DBA SOS Technologies and AED Results
5880 Sawmill Road, Suite 150/ Dublin, OH
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ACLS
PALS
The Safety Crew
338 West Elm Street/ Bluffton, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Community Care Ambulance Network
115 East 24th St./ Ashtabula, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Increase Your Knowledge
1778 Jason Dr/ Columbus, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Mount Carmel Health System
6150 E. Broad Street/ Columbus, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Rapid Response Training LLC
1350 W. 5th Ave., Suite 116/ Columbus, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls
2545 Bailey Road/ Cuyahoga Falls, OH
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Magruder Hospital
615 Fulton St./ Port Clinton, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Knox Community Hospital
1330 Coshocton Road/ Mount Vernon, OH
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ACLS
PALS
Harrison Fire Department
200 Harrison Avenue/ Harrison, OH
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PALS
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Jun 20, 2022 --During a basketball game, a minor league referee collapsed due to cardiac arrest. Myles Copeland was also the part of the game, he saw him collapse. He ran to help and started administering CPR. He kept providing CPR for around 10 minutes until paramedics arrived. The referee was responding and talking while he was on a stretcher and was being taken to the hospital.
Jun 8, 2021 --Kimberly Perfect suffered sudden cardiac arrest and fell backward at Gay Street and Pearl Alley around 9:53 am on June 28, 2017. A bystander immediately called 911 and administered lifesaving chest compressions instructed by Columbus Fire Lt. Matt Snyder until the medics arrived. Kimberly was rushed to OhioHealth Grant Medical Center where she, once again, suffered cardiac arrest. Kimberly is still searching for the good samaritan who helped save her life from a massive heart attack.
Feb 8, 2020 --The bus driver, Katrina Self, was on her route on dropping kids off when she pulled over to a stop and saw a mother who was holding her one-year-old and was in desperate need. Self ran in the house to help. She provided chest compression and rescue breaths to the baby. She was able to revive the baby. The baby started taking shallow breaths before the paramedics arrived and took the baby to the hospital.
Feb 8, 2020 --"It is a normal Friday, the school bus driver of Washington Court House was on her route, the same route for years until she pulled up to one of her stops, a mother yelling and screaming I desperate need. shouting for call 911, I need 911, holding her one-year-old child, who wasn’t breathing. Katrina Self, a school bus driver with the Washington Court House schools, upon seeing the mother, Katrina first thing that came to her mind, what if that was my baby laying there. So Katrina's motherly instincts and perform CPR training right away. she was able to get the baby breathing until Fayette County EMS arrived."
Jul 26, 2019 --It was not clear why 6-week old Teyvin Strauder stopped breathing but his mother said he was a premature baby and is suffering from Haemophilus influenzae, a disease that affects breathing, the bones and joints, and the nervous system. The police officer who found the boy unresponsive immediately performed CPR and after 20 minutes of continuous compressions, the baby regained consciousness.
Apr 16, 2019 --After a 13-year-old Sydney Ridlehoover finished her chores, she convinced her parents to take her and her friend to the mall. once they arrived, the girls went out of the car and walked while laughing and talking. Upon walking, her stepfather Peter saw Sydney fall before entering the mall. He thought that she is just joking, but Tracy her mother and her stepfather noticed that she did not get up. They rushed to her side, she was shaking and having difficulty breathing sounds. her mother thought she was just having a seizure and screamed for help while her stepfather called 911. luckily, a respiratory therapist was nearby and went to Sydney's, she noticed that the girl is having a cardiac arrest and began doing CPR. Also, an off-duty EMT who passing by joined to rescue and ask for AED. And the ambulance arrived, At the hospital, they need to sedate her for her brain to rest. Sydney's doctor implanted a defibrillator to shock her heart if it goes into an irregular rhythm again.After cardiac arrest, the family bought AED and they keep it at home and bring it with when they travel and also the family underwent CPR training. Now, Sydney's life is back to normal at 15, and her new appreciation for CPR.
Feb 14, 2019 --A father of a swim team member collapses while at his son's college conference swim meet in Ohio. Brad Serf witnessed that and he was the first who respond and began CPR, and successfully regain the heartbeat. Good thing Brad became a certified CPR by the Marshall County, Indiana Red Cross as a teenager during his years as a lifeguard. His training many years later made a difference in the lives he save to his fellow swim father. and his family was really forever grateful. The Father survived cardiac arrest and was released from the hospital several days later, and called Brad to say "Thank You" and said he has more time with his wife and kids and will be forever grateful.
Jan 24, 2019 --Sydney was going to the mall with her mother when she started to get seizures all at once. Fortunately, a woman was passing by who knew how to perform CPR. She instantly started providing CPR. The mall's security guard happened to have an AED, they used it to give Sydney shocks. Finally she revived and her heart started beating again.
Dec 3, 2018 --A 15-year-old athlete was practicing in the gym when he suddenly collapsed. Assistant coach Mark Jayne said he saw the boy gasping for breath with long intervals between breaths and was not responding. He immediately got an AED and applied the pads and did CPR until paramedics arrived on the scene. The patient was later brought to the hospital where he was declared out of danger and in stable condition. Due to his condition, doctors decided to implant a pacemaker in his heart and recommended for the patient's family to undergo tests to check on their heart condition as well.
Dec 3, 2018 --Jeff Wilson was playing pickleball with his friend and generally felt okay while running around the court when, at the end of the game, he felt dizzy and suddenly collapsed. Thanks to the quick action of his playing partner Dave Rice, Jeff was saved from dying of heart attack. Dave laid Jeff flat on the floor and immediately performed CPR and spent four to five minutes doing chest compressions until paramedics arrived on the scene and hit the victim twice with a defibrillator. The victim later learned that his two main arteries were both blocked with plaque, one 100% blocked and the other 80%.
Nov 16, 2017 --Two sisters were having some lunch when one of them, Nikki Landon suffered a sudden heart attack. That is when her sister Angie Granchi jumped to the rescue by providing chest compressions and rescue breathing while waiting for the paramedics to arrive "There's probably a critical four minutes or so that if patients don't get effective CPR, there becomes to be a greater chance of irreversible brain damage, Her sister did absolutely the right thing." Said Dr. Fu the emergency director of the clinical department.
Jul 9, 2017 --A man was walking inside a restaurant and saw an unresponsive person on the floor. This is the story of James Salezki, who lost his wife and felt motivated to help the almost dying woman. He began doing CPR maneuvers while speaking to the woman "I'm not having anyone else die on me this year, OK, I already had one, you're not gonna die here." paramedics arrived promptly and took the woman to the nearest medical center.
Jul 8, 2017 --A 72-year-old man was dinning at the Skyline Chili restaurant when he suddenly collapsed to the floor due to a heart attack. Austin Goddard, a 16-year-old employee did not hesitate and inmediatly jumped to perform CPR on the almost dying man "My adrenaline was going and fear wasn't a factor at the moment, It kind of kicked in (later) and I was like, ‘Wow.' said the young hero. Paramedics arrived just in time to take the man to a medical center.
Apr 24, 2017 --Three inmates were found almost dead at the Columbus penitentiary. It is believed the inmates were in the possession of drugs and became overdosed with the illicit substances. Guards managed to revive the 3 men thanks to CPR maneuvers and several doses of anti-overdose drugs. The guards are now performing a thorough investigation to avoid such thing happening again.
Mar 14, 2017 --Poukihi Awai was a 10-year-old boy who was at the peak of his life when he suffered a cardiac arrest. He was rescued by a bystander who used CPR techniques on him and managed to bring him back to life. His father says that young Awai is now taking CPR courses and empowering the community and schools to start teaching CPR classes “I’m definitely going to be fighting so that the schools start teaching CPR as mandatory because a child can do CPR on an adult and save if a family member’s life.”
Sep 14, 2016 --Jocelynn Alexander, a 911 dispatcher for Butler County, recieved a call from a mother stating that she has found her 4-year-old drowning in a pool. Alexander explained how to do CPR to the family, step by step, as carefully as possible. Within minutes, Alexander could hear the child crying in background. The 4-year-old as since recovered from the incident.
Sep 13, 2016 --Assistant football coach George Woods was on his way to a game when he saw that there had been a car accident and stopped to see if there was anything he could do. He could see that a man had been pulled out of his vehicle and was not breathing. According to Woods, when he arrived someone else was doing CPR but they were doing it wrong. Woods took over and continued CPR until the paramedics arrived. The man has recovered and has been charged with driving under the influence.
Sep 6, 2016 --George Gould was rescued by firefighters after his home caught fire. He was found on the stairs inside the home unconscious. Once outside, firefighters started CPR on Gould. The team took turns doing CPR until paramedics arrived and took him to St. Elizabeth Hospital.It was later reported that Gould was admitted to the burn unit at UPMC in Pittsburgh.
Sep 1, 2016 --71-year-old Jack Bernard was playing racquet ball at the gym with a friend when he collapsed. 37-year-old Sarah Helton, an RN at the UC Health West Chester Hospital was there and knew she could help. She began CPR and someone else at the gym called 911. The staff at the gym had an AED that was also used on Bernard. Helton started CPR again until paramedics arrived. Bernard now has to stints in his chest but says that cannot wait to get back to his racquet ball games.
Apr 29, 2016 --Joanne Priest was driving to work when she noticed a neighbor who had quickly parked and looked concerned. She stopped to check and found that he was calling emergency services because a woman had collapsed on her morning walk. Priest had taken CPR training 10 years earlier and began performing CPR on the woman who had undergone full cardiac arrest. Paramedics arrived 9 minutes later. The woman recovered. She told Priest that she walks the neighborhood praying when they met at a luncheon for all involved to meet after the incident.
Apr 28, 2016 --The Baloun family was on their way to Cleveland to see a basketball game when Mr. Baloun collapsed on the kitchen floor. His wife began CPR while their daughters called 911 and their neighbor, Diane Skoda who is CPR and first aid certified. Skoda arrived quickly and took over the compressions until emergency staff arrived. Mr. Baloun made a full recovery thanks to the CPR. The family nominated Skoda for the "Good Neighbor Award" which she was given this week.
Jul 13, 2015 --Jim Abbott was mowing his lawn one day when he suddenly lost consciousness and was lying on the ground. His dog barked frantically because she had sensed her master’s distress. Out of curiosity, a neighbor’s daughter went out to check on the dog when she unexpectedly saw Jim unconscious on the ground. She called her father and the man immediately went out to the aid of the ailing Jim. The girl called 911 and as they waited for the emergency team to arrive, the father performed CPR on Jim. He was revived and is very thankful for his neighbor’s heroism.
Jun 15, 2015 --A woman who was canoeing with her husband, suddenly fell off the vessel and got stuck under a log. She wasn’t dragged down, but the strong current forced so much water on her face that she couldn’t breathe. The inability to draw in oxygen eventually rendered her unconscious. Thankfully, she was dislodged and a stranger came over to help her. He performed CPR on her until she was able to breathe by herself. Paramedics came afterwards to resume the life support procedures. The woman was taken to the hospital, ever wanting to thank the stranger for going to her aid and ultimately saving her life.
Feb 2, 2015 --The mayor of Toledo, Ohio was driving home one immensely snowy afternoon after attending a news conference downtown when he suddenly lost consciousness, causing his vehicle to swerve from the road and collide with a utility pole. Though the weather conditions made it difficult to see the accident, a woman managed to be present at the scene and was able to administer help to the ailing city mayor. After seeing an unconscious person inside the car, she allegedly broke said vehicle’s passenger window and performed CPR to hum until further assistance was conducted by a rescue team. The mayor, assessed to have experienced a cardiac arrest, was sent to the nearest local hospital’s intensive care unit where close monitoring was rendered upon him.
Nov 17, 2014 --A high school student was visiting the university when he choked on a bite of a peanut butter sandwich. A mathematics and computer science major rushed to the victim and did the Heimlich maneuver. He followed with CPR, while another student, a junior athletic training major, also ran over to help upon hearing the commotion. The female student was carrying a pocket mask which allows the rescuer to breathe air into the victim’s mouth. The two college students continued helping the victim until paramedics arrived. The two are now being hailed as heroes although both just want to encourage more people to learn CPR.
Nov 16, 2014 --Because of the efforts of two Darby Township police officers, the life of a 10-year-old was seemingly revived after he accidentally shot himself in the head. The incident happened at the boy’s father working place. The victim was with his sister when the shooting happened. The officers arrived at the scene and immediately brought the boy to their vehicle. One of them drove while the other was at the backseat, trying to save the boy using CPR. The boy was revived when they arrived at the emergency room. The young child is lucky to survive such horrifying fate, thanks to the quick actions of the officers.
Jan 31, 2014 --Commander Gary Dunlap did not expect that his jokes will fail miserably when he went into cardiac arrest unexpectedly. His colleagues performed CPR on him and started with chest compressions. They also did mouth- to- mouth resuscitation to supply oxygen to their fallen friend. While the others were busy trying to revive Dunlap, Commander Michael Springer grabbed a defibrillator nearby and used it on the victim. Paramedics were notified and arrived just in time to rush Dunlap into the hospital for proper care. The victim had no recollection about what happened, but he was eternally grateful to his classmates at the police academy.
Dec 19, 2012 --Nurses save lives every day, but facing tragedies on the road without any equipment is more challenging to handle. For Debra Watkins, it was simply her big heart and quick thinking that allowed her to help victims of a car crash. The burning wreckage did not hinder Watkins in retrieving the unconscious couple inside with the help of a few bystanders. CPR was immediately performed to the motionless woman who doesn’t have a pulse. Paramedics arrived at the scene and carried the crash victims to the hospital where they receive proper care. After a six-week coma, the woman recovered and the couple thanked Watkins in person.