Livingston HealthCare Partners with Park County to Deliver Stop the Bleed Training
When an emergency happens, the actions taken in the first few minutes can make all the difference. That was the focus of Livingston HealthCare's participation in the Park County Annual Safety Training Day on June 10, where Trauma Coordinator Jenn Schmid, RN, CFRN, CEN, provided Stop the Bleed training to county employees.
Livingston HealthCare (LHC) was invited to participate in the event by Greg Coleman, Director of the Park County Office of Emergency Management. The annual training brings together county staff to learn practical skills that help improve preparedness and safety throughout the community.
During the session, Schmid taught participants how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and respond effectively until emergency medical services arrive. The training covered techniques for controlling bleeding, including applying direct pressure, wound packing, and the proper use of tourniquets. Participants also learned how rapid intervention can significantly improve outcomes in traumatic injuries.
"Severe bleeding can become life-threatening within minutes," said Schmid. "The goal of Stop the Bleed is to empower everyday people with the knowledge and confidence to take action in an emergency and potentially save a life."
The Stop the Bleed program was developed to provide community members with the same basic bleeding control techniques used by first responders and medical professionals. Whether responding to a workplace accident, motor vehicle crash, outdoor injury, or other emergency, these skills can help bridge the critical gap between injury and advanced medical care.
For Livingston HealthCare, participation in the training reflects a broader commitment to community health and safety. Beyond caring for patients within the hospital and clinics, LHC regularly partners with local organizations, schools, businesses, and government agencies to provide education, training, and resources that strengthen the overall well-being of the community.
"Strong communities are built through collaboration," said Kara Wickstrom, LHC’s Public Information Officer. "We're grateful for opportunities like this to work alongside Park County and share knowledge that can help keep our friends, neighbors, and coworkers safe."
Livingston HealthCare extends its appreciation to Greg Coleman and the Park County Office of Emergency Management for including LHC in this year's Safety Training Day and for their continued partnership in promoting community preparedness.
By working together and investing in education, organizations throughout Park County are helping create a safer, more resilient community—one that is better prepared when emergencies occur.