EMS Advanced Practice Coordinator (Red, White and Blue Employee)

Summit Fire & EMS•Frisco, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District, in partnership with Summit Fire & EMS, is hiring an EMS Advanced Practice Coordinator for its joint Training Division. The Coordinator leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of advanced EMS clinical programs for both agencies, supporting 911 responses and interfacility transports. The role identifies service gaps, develops and delivers education, verifies provider competency, coordinates continuing education, and supports the equipment, procedures, and clinical review processes needed for advanced patient care. The Coordinator reports directly to the Division Chief of Training, Safety, and Special Operations and collaborates with both agencies’ EMS leadership, medical direction, and educational partners. The position also contributes to quality improvement, clinical documentation reviews, program reporting, accreditation, and grant sustainability planning. The Coordinator may respond to incidents as a provider when their skills and experience benefit patient care, subject to training, certifications, and medical direction approval. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Frisco, Colorado. The starting salary is $120,000, with a comprehensive benefits package including CO PERA retirement. The position is funded by the Colorado Rural Health Transformation Program and is expected to be funded through September 30, 2031. No relocation assistance is provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least five years of experience as a prehospital paramedic or Registered Nurse, with experience in emergency care, critical care, or interfacility transport.
At least three years of experience in field training and/or EMS instruction.
At least 21 years of age.
Strong ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize tasks, work independently, and thrive in a dynamic team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, LMS platforms, and smart classroom technologies.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; a Colorado license is required within 30 days of hire.
Must pass a background investigation, polygraph, physical exam, and drug screening, and maintain the health and fitness to pass annual evaluations such as a medical exam.
Colorado Paramedic certification in good standing or a current unrestricted RN license authorizing practice in Colorado.
BLS CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, and IS-800 certifications within three months of hire.
State Administrator and Primary/Assistant EMS Instructor Certification within 18 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in EMS, Fire Science, or a related field.
Experience caring for critically ill patients during interfacility transport.
Experience in EMS Quality Improvement programs.
Grant writing experience.
CCP-C and/or FP-C certification.
CFRN or CTRN certification.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and deliver advanced EMS education for Red, White & Blue Fire and Summit Fire & EMS personnel supporting 911 responses and interfacility transports.
Design and lead hands-on scenarios integrating clinical decision-making, equipment operation, patient monitoring, and management of complications.
Coordinate training schedules with EMS training personnel and operational supervisors to provide consistent access across both agencies and all shifts.
Incorporate CQI findings, provider feedback, protocol updates, and identified service gaps into education and skills training.
Coordinate clinical learning opportunities with hospitals, specialty transport providers, and other educational partners.
Develop and maintain instructional materials, clinical reference guides, and LMS content for advanced practice programs.
Maintain training and competency records and coordinate continuing education credit.
Ensure equipment and supplies used for advanced EMS training are available, maintained, and ready.
Support routine EMS education and certification courses alongside existing EMS training personnel.
Serve on the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Steering Committee and support CQI-driven education initiatives.
Participate in patient care documentation reviews to support quality assurance.
Provide timely feedback to providers on patient outcomes, clinical performance, and opportunities for improvement.
Collaborate with RWB and SFE EMS Specialists to support system-wide improvements.
Serve as liaison to educational partners, including Colorado Mountain College and medical direction.
Develop and maintain a work plan with priorities, implementation timelines, and measurable outcomes established with both agencies’ leadership.
Monitor program performance and provide progress reports and data for grant reporting and sustainability planning.
Engage in accreditation processes.
Respond as a provider to incidents where skills and experience will benefit patient care, with incident responsibilities dependent on training, certifications, and medical direction approval.
Promote the District’s Mission, Vision, and Guiding Virtues through professionalism and positive example.
Stay current on emerging threats, technologies, industry trends, and legislation affecting training and quality improvement.
Demonstrate courage and integrity in decision-making and foster teamwork and accountability.