What does NRP mean in Medical?

National Registry Paramedic

National Registry Paramedic (NRP) CURRENT 2015 Highest level of certification through the NREMT. This represents the pinnacle of the EMS ladder. Paramedics are considered Advanced Life Support (ALS) and can administer a range of medication, as well as perform advanced electrical and invasive surgical interventions. National Registry Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (NRAEMT) 1999 EMT-Intermediate National Standard Curriculum as defined by the Department of Transportation - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) This level of certification provides Basic Life Support (BLS). (please see Emergency medical technician for a full list of skills) National Registry Emergency Medical Responder (NREMR) Formerly called "first responder." This is the entry level into emergency medical services (EMS). They are trained in CPR, basic first aid and patient assessment. Most police and fire services require their employees to be emergency medical responders at a minimum. This course is usually 40-60 hours in length.

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