PTSD

As we close out PTSD Awareness Month, we’re highlighting STAT’s internal PTSD committee with Sarah Anderson and Hollee Russell.

Can you tell us a little bit about your backgrounds? How long have you worked with STAT?

Sarah: I’ve worked for STAT for over 15 years. During that time I’ve worked as a Flight Nurse, Outreach Coordinator, and now Regional Medical Manager, but I also spent some time at UPMC Children’s as part of their Pediatric/Neonatal Transport Team.

Hollee:  I have been a nurse for 24 years. I have worked Surgical ICU, Cardiac ICU, and ED. I also worked as a paramedic for 3 years. I have been with STATMedEvac for 19 years.

Can you tell us about the beginning of the internal PTSD committee?

Sarah: We began our journey to a formal Peer Support group prior to the pandemic. Originally it was just me, asking for support from STAT to move forward with a more formal […]