/ems-management EMS Management en-US Wed, 16 Jul 2025 18:48:56 GMT /paramedic-chief/fail-forward-the-leadership-playbook-ems-desperately-needs Learn proven EMS leadership strategies from Todd Steele, a 30-year EMS and military veteran. Discover how owning failure can drive culture change and team success. Wed, 16 Jul 2025 18:48:56 GMT /paramedic-chief/fail-forward-the-leadership-playbook-ems-desperately-needs /pinnacle/power-of-storytelling-to-adapt-to-modern-challenges Pinnacle speaker explained how to use the ancient art of storytelling to impact EMS provider identity, resilience and excellence Wed, 16 Jul 2025 17:05:51 GMT /pinnacle/power-of-storytelling-to-adapt-to-modern-challenges /ems-trend-report/digital-edition-what-paramedics-want-in-2025 Download your copy to explore expert analysis, frontline commentary and actionable strategies your agency can implement right now to dig into the drivers behind the burnout spiral Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:18:38 GMT /ems-trend-report/digital-edition-what-paramedics-want-in-2025 /paramedic-chief/fail-forward-the-leadership-playbook-ems-desperately-needs Learn proven EMS leadership strategies from Todd Steele, a 30-year EMS and military veteran. Discover how owning failure can drive culture change and team success. Wed, 16 Jul 2025 18:48:56 GMT /paramedic-chief/fail-forward-the-leadership-playbook-ems-desperately-needs /pinnacle/power-of-storytelling-to-adapt-to-modern-challenges Pinnacle speaker explained how to use the ancient art of storytelling to impact EMS provider identity, resilience and excellence Wed, 16 Jul 2025 17:05:51 GMT /pinnacle/power-of-storytelling-to-adapt-to-modern-challenges /ems-management/ind-fire-department-targets-non-emergent-ems-calls-from-care-facilities-with-new-fee-structure Westfield will begin charging for non-emergent responses, such as lift assists without injury, to help reduce unnecessary strain on EMS resources Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:04:32 GMT /ems-management/ind-fire-department-targets-non-emergent-ems-calls-from-care-facilities-with-new-fee-structure /legal/n-j-emt-fired-after-allegedly-stealing-from-patient After performing an initial assessment, Antoni Simmons, 44, allegedly stole hundreds of dollars from the patient's purse Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:22:28 GMT /legal/n-j-emt-fired-after-allegedly-stealing-from-patient /ems-trend-report/digital-edition-what-paramedics-want-in-2025 Download your copy to explore expert analysis, frontline commentary and actionable strategies your agency can implement right now to dig into the drivers behind the burnout spiral Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:18:38 GMT /ems-trend-report/digital-edition-what-paramedics-want-in-2025 /paramedic-chief/out-of-the-office-into-the-field-why-real-leaders-show-up Learn proven ways for public safety leaders to earn credibility—from riding along with crews to listening deeply. It's all about relationships—and why they matter more than ever. Mon, 14 Jul 2025 20:19:47 GMT /paramedic-chief/out-of-the-office-into-the-field-why-real-leaders-show-up /community-paramedicine/ariz-citys-care-unit-reduces-police-involvement-in-crisis-calls Three years in, Flagstaff’s alternative response CARE Unit has decreased ER transports and police involvement in crisis calls Sun, 13 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT /community-paramedicine/ariz-citys-care-unit-reduces-police-involvement-in-crisis-calls /ems-management/mo-county-unveils-new-ems-station The new Buchanan County EMS station features enhanced safety measures, including rapid closing doors, secure surveillance and storm rooms Sun, 13 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT /ems-management/mo-county-unveils-new-ems-station /community-paramedicine/ohio-county-expands-co-responder-teams-for-mental-health-and-addiction-crises Parma and Parma Heights have joined a growing Cuyahoga County program that pairs licensed social workers with first responders to better handle mental health and substance use crisis calls Fri, 11 Jul 2025 16:28:37 GMT /community-paramedicine/ohio-county-expands-co-responder-teams-for-mental-health-and-addiction-crises /legislation-funding/voter-support-helps-mont-ems-hire-full-time-staff-after-20-years-as-all-volunteer-team Joliet EMS in Montana hired its first full-time responders thanks to a voter-approved mill levy, improving emergency response in rural Carbon County Fri, 11 Jul 2025 14:28:47 GMT /legislation-funding/voter-support-helps-mont-ems-hire-full-time-staff-after-20-years-as-all-volunteer-team /fire-ems/n-m-city-committee-sides-with-mayor-overturns-council-backed-ambulance-staffing-rule An Albuquerque committee ruled in favor of Mayor Tim Keller’s plan to replace one paramedic with a basic EMT on ambulances, overturning a City Council-backed policy Fri, 11 Jul 2025 11:46:00 GMT /fire-ems/n-m-city-committee-sides-with-mayor-overturns-council-backed-ambulance-staffing-rule /paramedic-chief/mass-ems-coordinator-ff-dies-after-heart-attack-following-shift North Andover Firefighter Jeffrey Deschenes was the department's first EMS coordinator and had launched key community health programs Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:48:15 GMT /paramedic-chief/mass-ems-coordinator-ff-dies-after-heart-attack-following-shift /ems-management/n-c-fd-medic-partner-to-increase-ems-staffing-ambulances-and-reduce-non-emergency-calls Charlotte and MEDIC’s new agreement adds 50 EMTs and 10 ambulances in 2025-26 to improve emergency response and limit fire department involvement in non-urgent calls Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:38:40 GMT /ems-management/n-c-fd-medic-partner-to-increase-ems-staffing-ambulances-and-reduce-non-emergency-calls /incident-management/articles/in-the-commanders-chair-o1yShC8WApPq3lXZ/ On the 20-year anniversary of 7/7, discover key incident command takeaways from the London bombing MCI to strengthen today’s mass-casualty response plans. Wed, 09 Jul 2025 17:02:00 GMT /incident-management/articles/in-the-commanders-chair-o1yShC8WApPq3lXZ/ /international/articles/norway-ems-telehealth-educational-requirements-and-future-plans-YqY97ZOD1aK0yVAD/ This EMS One-Stop international edition features Steinar Olsen, director for EMS and national preparedness in the Norwegian Directorate of Health Tue, 08 Jul 2025 19:44:00 GMT /international/articles/norway-ems-telehealth-educational-requirements-and-future-plans-YqY97ZOD1aK0yVAD/ /ems-management/ind-county-officials-discuss-long-term-ems-options Floyd County officials are weighing the creation of a countywide EMS program as contracts with current providers run through 2026 Sun, 06 Jul 2025 11:01:27 GMT /ems-management/ind-county-officials-discuss-long-term-ems-options /ems-management/n-y-officials-approve-ambulance-district-eye-improved-response-times The Town of Ulster conditionally approved the creation of a townwide ambulance district and draft budget, citing improved response times under its Empress EMS contract Fri, 04 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT /ems-management/n-y-officials-approve-ambulance-district-eye-improved-response-times /ems-management/leading-with-eyes-wide-open-the-secret-to-trust-in-ems-teams Boost morale and reduce conflict in high-pressure EMS environments using the Johari Window. Explore a proven method for enhancing leadership through self-reflection and feedback. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:05:39 GMT /ems-management/leading-with-eyes-wide-open-the-secret-to-trust-in-ems-teams /ems-management/aimhi-announces-2025-excellence-in-ems-integration-award-winners The AIMHI awards recognize standout agencies, individuals and programs advancing high-value, integrated mobile healthcare Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:27:23 GMT /ems-management/aimhi-announces-2025-excellence-in-ems-integration-award-winners /ems-management/national-ems-documentation-report-reveals-gaps-in-training-time-and-tech Nearly 60% of leaders cited documentation as a critical concern impacting billing, compliance and patient care, according to a report by the PWW Advisory Group and AIMHI Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:01:53 GMT /ems-management/national-ems-documentation-report-reveals-gaps-in-training-time-and-tech /women-in-ems/just-one-of-the-guys-no-more Explore how Danielle Thomas and Carly Strong are reshaping the EMS industry—dropping the gender qualifiers and raising the bar on leadership outcomes. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 02:13:03 GMT /women-in-ems/just-one-of-the-guys-no-more /ems-management/radical-responsibility-lead-yourself-first EMS leaders can’t afford autopilot. Learn Steve Grau’s top tools for conscious leadership — from breathwork to culture-building — in this AAA Conference highlight. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:33:47 GMT /ems-management/radical-responsibility-lead-yourself-first /legal/insider-analysis-ems-trust-shaken-as-emts-double-kidnapping-leads-to-lawsuit A Connecticut EMT’s repeated kidnappings spark legal action and renewed calls for mandatory EMS background checks to protect public safety and trust Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:22:13 GMT /legal/insider-analysis-ems-trust-shaken-as-emts-double-kidnapping-leads-to-lawsuit /response-times/san-diego-sees-response-times-improve-under-new-model-but-medics-report-burnout San Diego’s new EMS partnership has boosted ambulance response times and revenue since October 2023, but paramedics report burnout and unstaffed shifts, prompting calls for more resources Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:10:00 GMT /response-times/san-diego-sees-response-times-improve-under-new-model-but-medics-report-burnout /ambulances-held-hostage/its-getting-worse-conn-ed-backups-threaten-patient-care Connecticut ED doctors warn that growing patient boarding delays are straining hospital care, prompting new state efforts to speed up transfers and ease overcrowding Sun, 29 Jun 2025 16:00:00 GMT /ambulances-held-hostage/its-getting-worse-conn-ed-backups-threaten-patient-care /health-wellness/from-the-ed-to-the-edge-how-dr-darria-long-found-her-rhythm-and-how-ems-can-find-theirs ED physician Dr. Darria Long shares her personal story and proven strategies to help EMS professionals manage stress, avoid burnout and thrive under pressure Fri, 27 Jun 2025 17:18:02 GMT /health-wellness/from-the-ed-to-the-edge-how-dr-darria-long-found-her-rhythm-and-how-ems-can-find-theirs /ems-training-and-education/ala-fire-chief-addresses-inappropriate-ems-training-scenario A Decatur Fire & Rescue recruit school training video shows recruits facing a simulated injured patient inside a bathroom stall Thu, 03 Oct 2024 13:05:17 GMT /ems-training-and-education/ala-fire-chief-addresses-inappropriate-ems-training-scenario /legislation-funding/ind-county-ems-receives-pay-increase-to-halt-staffing-shortage Cass County Council OKs $290K over 2 years for EMT and paramedic raises — $3.45 to $5.45 per hour — funded by EMS billing to retain staff amid shortage Mon, 19 May 2025 15:12:53 GMT /legislation-funding/ind-county-ems-receives-pay-increase-to-halt-staffing-shortage /ems-management/study-finds-pa-county-ems-at-breaking-point-amid-funding-staffing-crisis Study warns Berks County, Pa., EMS faces underfunding, staffing gaps and aging rigs, risking 911 response delays and closure of two ambulance services. Mon, 19 May 2025 14:07:32 GMT /ems-management/study-finds-pa-county-ems-at-breaking-point-amid-funding-staffing-crisis /911-and-dispatch/the-system-isnt-uber-calif-officials-say-911-abuse-rivals-calls-during-pandemic Officials in Kern County say over 40% of their calls are bogus or don't warrant a response Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:39:07 GMT /911-and-dispatch/the-system-isnt-uber-calif-officials-say-911-abuse-rivals-calls-during-pandemic /ems-management/a-long-time-coming-boston-aims-to-reduce-response-times-with-new-ems-station Boston officials broke ground on a $16M two-bay ambulance station on the South Boston waterfront to speed EMS response times as calls there have doubled. Wed, 28 May 2025 13:05:36 GMT /ems-management/a-long-time-coming-boston-aims-to-reduce-response-times-with-new-ems-station