Remove Emergency Medical Services Remove EMS Remove Paramedicine
article thumbnail

The Future of Autonomous EMS Delivery Systems

JEMS

Murphy JD, MS, PA-C, EFO 5 min read Share To: Shutterstock/Fineart1 Emergency medical services (EMS) are essential in delivering timely care during medical crises. As technology evolves, EMS systems are undergoing a transformative shift toward automation.

EMS
article thumbnail

Just Culture in EMS

JEMS

Emergency medical services(EMS) has historically been a punitive system, resulting in people being unforthcoming about issues or concealing minor infractions in hopes of evading discipline. The current fear-based environment results in underreporting in EMS, which can lead to negative patient outcomes.

EMS
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Charlotte (NC) Finalizes Contract to Reduce Fire Department Responses to EMS Calls

JEMS

The deal calls for the agency, known as MEDIC , to increase the number of EMTs, paramedics and ambulances in the field to improve medical and fire response. The agreement also requires MEDIC to pay the city of Charlotte a monthly first responder subsidy of $41,586.25, or $499,035 annually.

article thumbnail

IL Town Shutters Ambulance Service After 70 Years

JEMS

The board voted to transfer EMS responsibilities to the North Boone Fire Protection District #3, WIFR reports. Rescue squad officials cited rising operational costs, inadequate reimbursement, a decrease in emergency calls and ongoing staffing challenges as key reasons behind the decision.

article thumbnail

How Memphis Fire Department Cracked the Code on Recruitment and Retention

JEMS

Stephen shared data to expose the disconnect between passing those initial hurdles and surviving on the job—nearly half of recruits without EMS experience hired through written exams dropped out during their first year because they couldn’t complete EMT school or failed to display necessary attitudes like integrity and punctuality.

article thumbnail

Severe Hemorrhage Technology Developed by Military Researchers

JEMS

Why This Matters for Paramedics Anyone who has worked in emergency medical services knows the challenges of managing severe hemorrhage in the field. ” This shelf stability and high concentration make it an attractive option for EMS providers, especially in scenarios where transport times exceed the “golden hour.”

article thumbnail

Women’s Health Challenges in EMS and Fire Service Culture

JEMS

Drawing from Stacee’s extensive study revealing widespread reproductive health struggles , silent miscarriages, and the cultural stigma around pregnancy in male-dominated emergency services, the conversation uncovers a deep-seated culture of silence and blame. Key Takeaways 1.