Personal Statement Disciplinary Action If an EMT has a criminal history, subsequent arrest or validated complaint, OCEMS will conduct an investigation. If the investigation finds evidence that…

Health Emergency Management (HEM) is a section of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division.  HEM serves to coordinate medical & health emergency management functions…

Discipline Terminology Accusation: An Accusation is a legal document formally charging a registered nurse with a violation(s) of the Nursing Practice Act, and notifying the public that a…

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Orange County Health Care Agency’s Family Health clinics provide specific Public Health services directly to clients at the Santa Ana office.The Health Care Agency Family Health Clinics provide…

The Health Care Agency (HCA) is a large and dynamic public agency, comprised of approximately 2,600 employees who are responsible for providing a wide range of services to protect and promote the…

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The flu or influenza is a serious disease. It’s more than just a runny nose and sore throat. The flu can make you very sick and cause you to go to the hospital or even lead to death. The Centers for…

Healthcare associated infections (HAI) are infections acquired during the course of treatment for other conditions in a healthcare setting. HAIs are commonly related to devices used in medical…