Educators & Childcare Providers
SD EMSC is here to support you in preparing for the care and safety of South Dakota youth, from birth through high school. We offer resources and Safety and Injury Prevention programs for families at every stage. Contact us to host a presentation and connect with one of our Pediatric Emergency Care Champions.
Poison Resources and Education
The Sanford Poison Center provides all of the education and prevention efforts for the State of South Dakota.
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We are designated by the South Dakota Department of Health to provide emergency poison management and poison prevention information to the citizens of the State of South Dakota.
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The Sanford Poison Center currently contracts with the Minnesota Poison Control System, located at Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis, to handle all poisoning exposure calls.
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There is an online education course, with CE credits available, for all providers.
Classroom Resources on Drug Use
The National Institute on Drug Abuse for Teens offers resources for teens, teachers and parents.
Scholastic offers a complete guide of lesson materials for "E-Cigarettes: A Dangerous Trend."
Carter Kit Application-School Nurses & LEO's
Carter Kit grant applications are now open and available to South Dakota School Nurses and South Dakota LEOs.
These kits are on a first come, first serve basis.
Safety & Injury Prevention Resources
Visit our Safety and Injury Prevention Resources page for more resources on:​
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Bike Safety
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Drivers Education
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Impaired Driving
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Seat Belt Safety
Designate a Pediatric Emergency Care Champion
The role of a Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator (PECC) is diverse and you may serve one or more of these responsibilities by overseeing pediatric specific duties. The PECC role at your ED can be a partnership - physicians, nurse practitioners, and nurses can all work together to lift their team up. While it is not required to have an alternate, it is a good idea for each Emergency Department to have more than one point of contact.
Communication Aid Request
Our Communication Aid is a great resource to have on hand when there is a communication barrier with your patient and no interpreter available. You may find it effective with non-verbal patients, those that communicate with sign language, or speak a different language.
Pediatric Badge Request
Our Pediatric Badge Resource is easy to add on to your ID badge holder. This is a great way to have Pediatric Resources at your fingertips when you need them most!
Recognizing Child Abuse
Online educational modules intended to assist healthcare providers to determine the difference between accidental and intentional injuries in children.
Emergency Guidelines for South Dakota Schools
SD EMS for Children is pleased to provide you with a comprehensive and easy to use "what to do in an emergency" guide for managing a variety of medical emergencies.
This manual is available electronically. It is recommended that this book be downloaded for easy access on the computer and printed for easy accessibility. Ensure that all staff members are aware of its availability.
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We would like to extend our appreciation to the SD School Nurse Association for their support in distributing this resource.
Additional Resources for Educators and Childcare Providers
Would you like to be up to date on all things SD EMSC? We work hard to share resources and education opportunities with folks in South Dakota that are working to make sure that pediatric patients are well taken care of in the event of a medical emergency. You can choose what types of updates you get, and we promise not to fill up your inbox with things that don't apply to you. If you would like to opt out, reach out to us at sdemsc@usd.edu .
