EMS Management
The EMS management topic focuses on leadership within EMS agencies, bringing together a range of relevant columns and resources as well as the latest news on EMS department operations, budget issues and new appointments.
Move out of your “echo chamber” to reach a broader audience when advocating for EMS
Breaking down the barriers to accountability and building a culture that thrives on change
You never know when a simple “thank you” to an educator, nurse, law enforcement officer or firefighter might make a life-changing impact
Christopher Biggs remains charged with four misdemeanor counts in a large deer poaching case
While meetings are not typically a fan favorite, they can be productive places to gather and collaborate, if managed well
Learn how Avive’s new AED & response system can improve systems of care
EMS leaders should set the example and model the behavior that is best for the department and the crews
What to monitor, how to track it and how to make meaningful improvements
Contact your representatives about the proposed EMS Staffing and Support Act
Providing our middle managers the mentorship, resources and tools to lead well is paramount to the future of EMS
The team treats low-acuity patients, reducing volume for ATCEMS and emergency departments
Trisha Johnson worked for Osceola County EMS for four years
In this episode of Inside EMS, host Chris Cebollero touches on five ways providers can elevate their craft while also looking ahead to the future
Keeping the strain on EMS providers front of mind
If your organizational culture creates risks for your agency, here are some change strategies
Tips from Boston EMS for starting a health and wellness program to support member resiliency
One official said the integration allows for the deployment of EMS providers from an additional 10 locations throughout the territory
Some states lacked specific recommendations for things such as cardiac arrest resuscitation and when to stop
RAA focuses on a culture of safety, resilience training and face time with the chiefs when orienting new employees to the organization
In this episode, our co-hosts are joined by Maria Beermann-Foat to discuss how agencies can start the retention process in the first 90 days of a new hire
Learn how peer support programs, EAPs and chaplaincy can help your providers weather emotional storms and mental health crises
In this episode, our co-hosts showcase the industry stories that peaked their interest, including a two-state EMS council and the prevalence of violence against EMS personnel
In his ruling, the judge said the Biden administration did not follow federal law for the negotiation process between providers and health insurers
The cost to patients for ALS ground ambulance services increased 23% from an average $1,042 in 2017 to $1,277 in 2020
12 strategies for laying a foundation for a rewarding career while onboarding new employees
Strategies to unilaterally reduce ED wait times and get back into service
While important for employee development, performance evaluations are only as good as the effort put forth to create them
Balancing “I say, you do” with empathy and stewardship
Inside our department’s process to restructure and rebrand to better reflect our service to the community
There is a groundswell of support to change how lights and sirens are used in EMS to reduce risk to ambulance crews, patients and others
A recent poll found that nearly 70% of those who responded hold either a bachelor’s or master’s degree in an EMS-related field
Lexington’s team has added staffers and expanded to include rapid responses to overdose deaths
