Volunteer EMS
NASA Security Specialist and former Firefighter/EMT Dr. Candice McDonald offers a rapid overview to what EMS volunteers need from their agency, and no, it’s not money
Protecting first responders from psychological stress begins in the classroom
Issues plaguing EMS, from low wages to mental health and safety concerns, the plight of rural emergency medicine and the FDNY’s first female Chief of EMS brought EMS into the national spotlight
The rebrand includes the Star of Life and orange Star of David
The program, which could address the shortage of volunteer firefighters and rescue personnel, would likely cost $2 million
Here are creative ways to prepare EMS volunteers to provide outstanding care when calls are few and far between
The bus was driving down a highway when the back door swung open
Five students were transported by air ambulance to hospitals and several more were taken by ambulance
When the companies merged, consolidating resources and retaining volunteers were the first things to take place
Kevin Swain and John Ulmschneider were responding to a medical call when a homeowner opened fire
Research into non-profit and public sector organizations can help leaders of volunteer and combined EMS departments understand their members’ motivations
Officials said they have been unable to provide adequate, trained and experienced staffing for EMS transport
The bill would allow a firefighter or paramedic who has a concealed weapon permit to get certified as a “school first responder”
Clinton Alvin Beasley, 80, and Loretta Ann Sykes, 53, were directing traffic at a crash scene when they were struck
EMS doesn’t have an actual paramedic shortage; instead, EMS has a shortage of paramedics willing to work for low wages in terrible working conditions
Providing care on the snow covered prairie reconnected me with my paramedic roots and reminds me there are many ways for paramedics to be caregivers
SWOT analysis gives volunteers the opportunity to participate in the development of an action plan for training, increased competence and success
Kevin A. Przybyl, who had cystic fibrosis, was always interested in pursuing a career in public safety
National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer candidate is researching persistent issue of recruiting rural fire and EMS personnel
Avraham Levi said he loves serving as a volunteer EMT and that it is his “other calling”
Two volunteer agencies show it’s possible to improve service without breaking the budget; here’s an approach for any service to better their community’s needs
Five N.Y. agencies collaborate to ensure community EMS coverage during weekdays by sharing personnel and resources
Families of volunteer firefighters and ambulance personnel who are killed in the line of duty would receive payment of death benefits
The expansion now requires motorists to pull over for emergency vehicles with flashing blue or green lights
Leonardo Moreno said he is “set on getting better;" a GoFundMe has been created to help him pay medical bills
The department won’t respond to medical calls in surrounding communities unless requested by another agency
Ross Phoenix, 55, previously served as chief of the Nassau Ambulance Co.; his wife also used to volunteer with the ambulance company
A volunteer EMT without commitment or compassion is a short-term fix that usually becomes a long-term problem
Low hourly wages is a main contributor to most career EMS providers working two or more jobs
Belief that only volunteerism will work in a community is refuted by the many EMS systems that have transitioned to combination or career systems
The agency plans to focus on highlighting the heritage of the storied organization during its year-long centennial celebration
The girl’s father, a volunteer firefighter, was working and responded with other crews to the call
Cannelton Fire Chief Christopher Herzog allegedly pushed an officer and yelled profanities as the officer wanted to break a window to check a room for victims
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