Burnout: An EMS Short Film

first video of 2020! It's finally done! i spent weeks working on this short film. I'm not a filmmaker but I learned a huge amount from doing this. I hope it does us justice and conveys what seems to be such a hard thing to talk about. Please write in the comments below input or questions about this film. critiques are welcome but try not to crush me!!! stay safe everyone!

[@thegetsillykid]

This is one of most accurate videos I've seen on EMS. Burnout sneaks up you and affects all aspects of your life. I've watched this video a couple of times and each time I keep seeing myself do the same things over and over as the themes you so masterfully portrayed in this segment. Subbed. Keep at it, both the videos and working on a rig

[@RescueRandy]

That’s some high praise. Thank you so much

[@TonyMVF4]

This video was great. It addresses what many of us deal with on this job. There’s another dynamic which is how it affects our intimate relationships (spouse, domestic partner, significant other). It’s so stressful the impact this job can have on those relationships.

[@RescueRandy]

Sounds like a video idea... 🤔🤔🤔

[@TonyMVF4]

RescueRandy If anyone can make it happen, it is you 👍🏻

[@dudeinthesuit2]

First and foremost thank you for making this film. It really hits home. burnout is such an issue in our field. As someone who's been there, hell I'm still there, but getting better day by day. I had gone my first 3 years in EMS without a vacation, and right at that 3 year mark I was about as burnt out as you could be. It took an angry outburst from my partner who realized I was basically killing myself on the job for me to take a step back and take the time off I needed. I can still say I'm not quite back to where I want to be but hell. I actually enjoy coming to work again which is a huge step in the right direction.

[@RescueRandy]

Old school rules still apply. You, your partner, and then the patient. We’re no good to anyone if we burnout.

[@alenmarkus9135]

Great job Randy. I know how many hours its need to deliver that kind of video. I like your channel. Comrades from Europe follow your channel,... Can't wait for next video and hope to see you again this year.

[@RescueRandy]

that's wicked! greeting from this side of the pond. thank you guys for the support. hopefully I'll be able to make some good vids for you!

[@nijinokanata111]

This film is too accurate! Especially after EMS week consisted of 0 PPE, running all day, and dispatchers stacking calls on crews. Thanks for creating this !

[@RescueRandy]

Thanks for watching

[@jrobles2468]

Randy, this was amazing work! You hit the nail on the bed and outdid yourself with this. That last scene with the clock was deep. Thank you for this.

[@RescueRandy]

This was completely my pleasure. Thank you for trusting me to make this video

[@jonathanrivera8504]

Not surprised it would come out this good, keep it up brother

[@RescueRandy]

Really? I am lol

[@WestHTH]

This was great Randy! I am an EMT rookie not even on the job 6 months with a fire department and private transport. Decided to make a career change during a pandemic. I am trying to establish healthy habits now to prevent burnout. Thanks again for this.

[@heavy7799]

Listen, thanks Short Round for doing this. Truth is we will never get the pay or respect we deserve. Passed burnt out long time ago. I’m just grateful I work with great partners and for the most part a great station. Yours Truly Dr Jones. If you can figure me out hit me up. Stay safe brother

[@RescueRandy]

🧐🧐

[@RandomOne_13]

I dont even work for EMS and feel like quitting already after this video🤣 you guys are real life superheroes its definitely not an easy job and its also important to do self care also, need to relieve any stress you may feel after long days and crazy situations that occur on the job. Awesome video!🔥🔥🔥

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you! Hopefully I’ll be able to make some more soon

[@My0wnSavi0r]

This was great, nice job.

[@RescueRandy]

Thanks Ed. Much appreciated

[@daeglankaster8793]

I know this job can have a massive suck factor, we all feel it at points. I hope you're taking care of yourself man.

[@robertvalitsky5312]

Coming from AMR as full time EMS thanks brother for this video I absofuckinloutely loved it !!!!!!!! True story hitting head on nails lay people don't get.....

[@RescueRandy]

Thanks bro!

[@chazbrewer4704]

I needed this!

[@steve8992]

Thank you for this!!!

[@RockbandxpertXD]

We all experience burnout. It’s the decisions we make to try and break the feeling and try and try to make healthier choices in life and try to make time to socialize with friends even though it’s hard. Love the cinematic a. Great job. 👍🏻

[@RescueRandy]

Thanks nick!

[@honorladone8682]

Do it again. Amen. Philadelphia USA

[@honorladone8682]

Temple University hospital North Philadelphia USA

[@vincentfortunato8258]

This is an awesome video, thank you for making this and sharing it with us. It takes one to become this to recognize it. I hope you are doing well for yourself brother.

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you!

[@dropexpectations12]

I love this video. Starting EMT training after being a C.N.A for awhile and I see a lot of similarities but the differences are why I'm switching. GREAT video ❤

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you for watching!

[@jaredschoenfeld2559]

Randi. That was excellent work. It is very true. Everything you said. I have burned out no less than three times in 25 years and still found a way back. I have learned that It all stiwith the mindset you bring to the job. As an instructor, I teach my students the truth and hope I prepared them to do the job. Most importantly, I teach them that it's ok to not be ok, and to get help.

[@RescueRandy]

And that’s why you were always one of my favorites. Always gave it to us real

[@jacobkipp]

This was wonderfully shot, great job man

[@RescueRandy]

Thanks so much

[@FiNe_SiTe]

My fiancé has been a paramedic for 38 years. 24 hr shifts every 3rd day for THIRTY EIGHT YEARS. I can't imagine the extent of the toll. Watched this video out of love for him. Thank you for making it, great work.

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you. Thank your fiancé for me for leading the way for guys like me

[@EzraDushey]

EMT of 6 years here. Great video! Keep up the good work

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you. I’ll try my best. Stay safe.

[@ricktyricktywrecked5777]

It hurts how accurate some of this is.

[@anonymousboogie7151]

Great video, I feel like if I ever stopped I'd just miss it too much 😂

[@RescueRandy]

Yeah it’s tough to walk away. A vacation away on the other hand...

[@alexgardien5]

Great job :) love your channel

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you for the support! Stayed tuned for new videos coming VERY soon

[@alexgardien5]

@@RescueRandy will do !

[@morgancook4128]

Nice work bro, very good for a first crack at filmmaking. Look forward to seeing more from you in the future

[@RescueRandy]

Thanks so much for the support. Learning a lot. Hoping to put out better content

[@MebRich]

Look at you mister Auteur; I like the Requiem for a Dream montage cuts! Great message...

[@RescueRandy]

oh wow thanks so much. thanks for noticing the cuts!

[@armymedic574]

I don’t think I changed,,, the job did.

[@nycmedic7348]

Outstanding!!!

[@PinkAtropine]

Great work!!!! Amazing

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you!

[@peterdudek8627]

Another great video randy!

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you Peter

[@eddyAMP]

lol yo who you putting that 14 gauge in haha

[@RescueRandy]

Whoever I feel like! 💪

[@neolin1019]

I like this video, it's moved, nice job bor~~really need to find a balance between life and work~

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you!!

[@charitymitchell7174]

Thanks so much. Just found the channel but you awesome and this is needed 👍

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you

[@johnhong88]

Powerful.

[@Medic_624]

Good video! A lot of truth to it!

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you

[@AceHardy]

🎬🎥

[@RescueRandy]

😎👍🥳

[@NYCMedic86]

Great video dude!

[@RescueRandy]

Thanks bro!

[@Ebact92]

Fantastic job

[@RescueRandy]

Much appreciated!

[@MorbidHunger]

I’m not crying you’re crying

[@nycmedic3722]

I am still waiting for my dumplings !! It’s been almost 2 years !! 🤪😎

[@RescueRandy]

Haha heavy work load next couple weeks. Meet up in flushing for some dumplings after

[@loveandgamingxx1744]

Great video...

[@RescueRandy]

Thank you! I miss the cat from your station...RIP 😩

[@infirnumdeum]

Wish the like/dislike wasn’t hidden. Great video.

[@RescueRandy]

Is it??? I’ll fix that in a minute

[@infirnumdeum]

RescueRandy I’ve been there. I had to leave ems. Between ptsd and burnout after 10 years. I moved on to nursing in an icu. Now I can go back to ems and actually enjoy it again. It’s my calling it always will be. But sometimes you have to step back and reevaluate things.

[@RescueRandy]

Yeah it has a slow build and sometimes it just hits out of no where. Glad you’re back and enjoying it again