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.
Drs. Christine Carico and Matt Levy reveal why lifesaving blood transfusions remain rare in EMS care — and what needs to change to save more lives
If you’re tired of a toxic culture, this episode lays out a blueprint for EMS agency growth
The Decatur (Illinois) Fire Department’s new permanent lift assist fee for calls to skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes is resonating with responders around the country
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
There is a lot to learn from the Page, Wolfberg and Wirth examination of hospital bed delays and the rights of EMS to return to service
How Austin Travis County EMS is publicly selecting its next EMS chief – How would you fare?
Take action to implement efficiency models and grow the shrinking workforce
In this episode, our co-hosts welcome EMS1 columnist Reuben Farnsworth to discuss his perspective on industry education requirements
Through nearly two years of pandemic, the HEMS industry has been hit hard but proven resilient
Surface the top talent your agency should develop with a focus on professional development and recognition
“We’re at an extreme need where I need bodies on the floor,” said Ellsworth Fire Chief Scott Guillerault
Five steps to using forecast data to determine par levels and a structured framework for managing EMS medical supply inventory
Boston-based Cataldo Ambulance’s Ron Quaranto discusses leading a large EMS organization through the pandemic, recruitment and retention, and vaccine mandates
In Caledonia, the volume of calls for senior care facilities has gone through the roof since 2018, Fire Chief Jeffrey Henningfeld said
Greg Friese turns the tables by interviewing host Rob Lawrence about how his Royal Army Medical Corps service has influenced his leadership through 30 years of EMS
Thousands of miles apart, two public safety professionals point to detailed plans as the reason for their organizations’ disaster response success
Hear from a host of EMS experts on how to improve patient care, leadership skills and operations for providers and leaders at every level
The agreement with American Medical Response and Global Medical Response includes the purchase of five electric rigs and an option to buy 25 more
A meeting isn’t just about turning up; it’s about being productive and progressive
“GMR has the breadth of resources to continue supporting and providing outstanding services,” said Med Express CEO Mark Majors
Steve Wirth and Doug Wolfberg join host Rob Lawrence to discuss strategies for overcoming hospital bed delays
Rutherford County mayor welcomes new director, Brian Gaither, and thanks former leader Carl Hudgens
As Cumberland Goodwill EMS prepares for the omicron variant, Nathan Harig, assistant chief, says costs are up but reimbursements are not
Inventory management technology can help your agency keep track of what needs to be restocked without a time-consuming manual count
County Commission President Jake Shade said he is open to receiving additional details about complaints regarding Christopher Biggs