Volunteering with Medical Branch

Unfortunately, not just anyone can work with us on playa. Even though most of the care provided by our volunteers is basic first aid, the State of Nevada requires that anyone working with us in a patient care role have a current and unencumbered US medical license or certificate.

The following certifications and licenses are accepted by the State of Nevada for reciprocity:

• EMT (basic, intermediate/advanced, or paramedic) – must be a state license or cert, not NREMT
• Nurse (LVN or RN)
• Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA)
• Doctor (MD or DO)

The State of Nevada won’t permit anyone who has had their license suspended or revoked in the last five years to volunteer with ESD.

Not all our volunteers have a medical background, though – each medical station is staffed with Greeters, who are responsible for keeping our the stations organized and running smoothly.