MiniOX V make it ideal for use by paramedics and EMTs, homecare provid- ers, and other healthcare personnel who need to per- form pulse oximetry in the field. One standard 9-volt battery provides power for up to 150 hours of continu- ous operation.

MSA Catalyst Research 800/851-4500

Flexcomm II

Global Wulfsberg Sys- tems (Irvine, Calif.) has an- nounced the introduction

of the Flexcomm II commu- nications system. This sys- tem includes the new RT-5000 AM/FM multi- band transceiver, which will operate on every dis- crete narrowband channel (including the 12.5 KHz channels), covering all authorized channels as- signed to public safety, in- dustrial, forestry, business, military, air traffic control, or federal agency opera- tion between 29.7 MHz and 960.0 MHz.

Comprising the Flex- comm II communication system is the C-5000 com- munications management controller, coupled with the new microprocessor controlled RT-5000 multi- band transceiver, and two high-performance quality antennas.

The panel mounted C- 5000 controller can moni-

tor up to three separate transceivers simultane- ously and has programma- ble channel memory.

Digital audio processing is used on the RT-5000 for improved voice quality and squelch control.

Global Wulfsberg Systems 714/851-0119

Intraosseous Infusion Needle

Cook Critical Care, a di- vision of Cook Corp. (Bloomington, Ind.), has in- troduced state-of-the-art in- traosseous infusion needles.

The Cook intraosseous needles are used as an al- ternative to unsuccessful ifitravenous access during pediatric emergencies by allowing rapid vascular access into the long bones of injured children.

Positioning of needle tip within the fibial or femoral medullary cavity facilitates effective infusion of resus- citative drugs and fluids. The needles are sturdy, with easy-to-grip handles, and are available in a wide range of gage and bevel configurations.

The needles are sup- plied sterile in peel-open packages. They are intended for one-time use.

Pro Med Inc. 800/453-1264

Emergency Thoracostomy Device

International Medical Devices Inc. (Northridge, Calif.) has introduced the NU-THOR T M thoracostomy device. This device reduces practitioner expo- sure to infectious organ- isms and eliminates the

need for digital insertion into the chest wall, without the need for a sharp trocar.

It promotes rapid chest tube placement and less- ens the possibility of over penetration. The device accommodates a wide range of tube sizes and comes sterilized, in com- pact packaging, ready to

use, and complete with in- structions.

International Medical Devices Inc.

818/701-5433

Hewlett-Packard Connector Option

Protocol Systems Inc. (Beaverton, Ore.) has introduced a Hewlett- Packard compatible con- nector option for its Propaq ® line of portable vital sign monitors. Utiliza- tion of Hewlett-Packard proprietary connectors has been granted to Protocol Systems under a five-year worldwide agreement, with service parts continu- ing for an additional five years.

The option configures the Propaq monitor with

connectors that are plug- compatible with Hewlett- Packard monitoring system ECG cables and lead sets, blood pressure transducers, temperature sensors and non-invasive blood pressure cuffs and hoses.

Protocol Systems Inc. 503/526-8500

Volumetric Infusion Pump

Armstrong Medical In- dustries Inc. (Lincolnshire, IlL) has introduced a mini- ature volumetric infusion pump.

This pump, shown in the Armstrong catalog, is a reliable, accurate, and user- friendly unit with sophisti- cation on the inside and simplicity on the outside.

Accuracy is unaffected by position, motion, or alti- tude changes.

Specially designed for transport, the miniature infusion pump operates in moving aircraft and ambu- lances. Visual LED alarms eliminate guesswork. Con- current audible alarm is available. Adjustable from neonates to adults. Con- tinuous display of actual volume infused eliminates calculation.

Armstrong Medical Industries Inc. 800/323-4220

Information on new prod- ucts is welcome. Send photo- graphs and brief descriptions to: New Products, The Jour- nal of Air Medical Trans- port, 270 W. Center, Orem, UT84057.

CHIEF FLIGHT NURSE CHARLOTTE, NC

Carolinas Medical Center, our 843 bed Re- gional Trauma Center, is seeking a Chief Flight Nurse for MEDCENTER AIR, our Emergency Air Ambulance transport service. MEDCEN- TER AIR handles over 2000 transports per year utilizing two rotor-wing aircraft, one fixed- wing aircraft, and a mobile intensive care unit.

As a Level 1 Trauma Center and major referral center, MEDCENTER AIR transports major trauma, cardiac, orthopedic injuries, major burns and critical pediatric, adult, and neonatal patients.

Responsibilities include 24 hr. account- ability for staffing, scheduling, interviewing, evaluating, as well as team development. The position requires involvement in all aspects of emergency transport from R/W and F/W to ground transport services.

Qualifications include a minimum of 5 years Critical Care and/or Emergency Nursing experience with at least 3 years recent flight nurse experience. Management experience required. BSN required; Masters preferred. Must be ACLS, BTLS and PALS certified.

Call today for more information or to sched- ule an interview:

Ellen H. Thomas Carolinas Medical Center

Recruitment Services P.O. Box 32861

Charlotte, NC 28232

Phone: 1-800-541-4354

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