ACLS Care: Ohio Healthcare Services May Be Affected by an Aging Population

The United States’ senior population is growing, and Ohio is above the national average – in 2009, 12.9 percent of the U.S. population was over the age of 65, while 13.9 percent of Ohio’s population was over 65.

An aging population will lead to a higher need for healthcare services and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) care. OH is one state in particular that is already experiencing a significant shortage of qualified healthcare workers, a trend that is expected to extend into the future, according to the Ohio Department of Aging.

National Trends

This trend can be seen on a national level, too. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth is expected for many occupations within the medical field due to the aging population.

Employment of emergency medical technicians and paramedics is projected to grow 9 percent between 2008 and 2018.
Employment of registered nurses should grow by 22 percent from 2008 to 2018.
Employment of physicians and surgeons is expected to grow 22 percent from 2008 to 2018.

Ohio ACLS Care

These occupations generally require certification in ACLS care. Ohio’s growing senior population will create an increased demand for ACLS certified professionals in the upcoming years.

ACLS certified professionals are trained in:

Managing cardiac arrest
Identifying and treating ischemic chest pain and acute coronary syndromes
Recognizing other life-threatening clinical situations (such as stroke) and providing initial care
Following ACLS algorithms
Developing effective resuscitation team dynamics

ACLS Certification Courses with Health Ed Solutions

Health Ed Solutions is the leading online provider of certification courses for PALS and ACLS care (OH and other states recognize these certifications). These courses are aimed toward healthcare professionals. Learn more about ACLS certification and ACLS recertification courses.