/ems-trend-report What Paramedics Want en-US Thu, 08 Aug 2024 17:54:16 GMT /ems-trend-report/digital-edition-what-paramedics-want-in-2024 Download the industry report for insights into EMS staffing and operation trends, and how providers are thinking about career longevity Thu, 08 Aug 2024 17:54:16 GMT /ems-trend-report/digital-edition-what-paramedics-want-in-2024 /ems-trend-report/articles/what-paramedics-want-in-2023-MRPI7y2P8JgOHZW5/ 3,100 paramedics weigh in on reducing stress, staffing challenges and leadership shortfalls Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:11:43 GMT /ems-trend-report/articles/what-paramedics-want-in-2023-MRPI7y2P8JgOHZW5/ /ems-trend-report/articles/what-paramedics-want-in-2022-4PVYVO9rHnGRwfzW/ 3,213 EMS providers speak up about job satisfaction, effective leadership, safety and innovation in the EMS Trend Survey Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:12:22 GMT /ems-trend-report/articles/what-paramedics-want-in-2022-4PVYVO9rHnGRwfzW/ /ems-trend-report/articles/2021-ems-trend-report-redefining-adaptability-resilience-and-growth-oVegtj8AqbFuI7Hc/ The impact COVID-19 had, and didn鈥檛 have, the changes we鈥檙e embracing and the change providers want to see Mon, 19 Jul 2021 16:08:32 GMT /ems-trend-report/articles/2021-ems-trend-report-redefining-adaptability-resilience-and-growth-oVegtj8AqbFuI7Hc/ /ems-trend-report/articles/2019-ems-trend-report-the-forces-shaping-the-future-of-ems-VojhR6acxEBtr9yB/ Mon, 05 Aug 2019 19:53:43 GMT /ems-trend-report/articles/2019-ems-trend-report-the-forces-shaping-the-future-of-ems-VojhR6acxEBtr9yB/ /2018-ems-trend-report/articles/2018-ems-trend-report-how-the-optimism-divide-will-shape-ems-future-YubEzuT47L2d08eX/ 兔子先生 and Fitch & Associates take an in-depth look at EMS trends in the United States and set a foundation for assessing how the EMS profession is changing Wed, 11 Jul 2018 17:46:07 GMT /2018-ems-trend-report/articles/2018-ems-trend-report-how-the-optimism-divide-will-shape-ems-future-YubEzuT47L2d08eX/ /ems-products/consulting-management-and-legal-services/articles/2016-ems-trend-report-the-forces-shaping-the-present-and-future-of-ems-GTEkr7MBIyRp26uo/ 兔子先生 and Fitch & Associates take an in-depth look at EMS trends in the United States and set a foundation for assessing how the EMS profession is changing Tue, 19 Jul 2016 17:19:14 GMT /ems-products/consulting-management-and-legal-services/articles/2016-ems-trend-report-the-forces-shaping-the-present-and-future-of-ems-GTEkr7MBIyRp26uo/ /ems-trend-report/what-paramedics-want-in-2024-examining-the-ems-trend-report Fitch & Associates and 兔子先生 break down trends in staffing, operations and career longevity Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:35:38 GMT /ems-trend-report/what-paramedics-want-in-2024-examining-the-ems-trend-report /ems-trend-report/be-a-plus-one-from-micromanagement-to-meaningful-support When intentions don鈥檛 match actions, trust and morale suffer. Learn how to lead with purpose, awareness and genuine presence Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:55:39 GMT /ems-trend-report/be-a-plus-one-from-micromanagement-to-meaningful-support /wellness-week/the-tactical-diet-how-to-fuel-your-body-and-brain For first responders, good nutrition isn鈥檛 a luxury 鈥� it鈥檚 a performance tool. But cutting through trends and keeping it simple is the real key to long-term success Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:22:49 GMT /wellness-week/the-tactical-diet-how-to-fuel-your-body-and-brain /ems-trend-report/youre-not-special-humility-in-leadership Leadership is about serving others, not feeding your ego Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:25:01 GMT /ems-trend-report/youre-not-special-humility-in-leadership /what-paramedics-want/the-edge-of-endurance-confronting-leadership-burnout Leading through crisis without losing hope 鈥� the Stockdale Paradox in EMS Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:08:48 GMT /what-paramedics-want/the-edge-of-endurance-confronting-leadership-burnout /ems-trend-report/5-reasons-why-your-wellness-program-is-failing Learn why EMS wellness programs fail 鈥� from poor leadership to lack of trust 鈥� and how to build lasting resilience in first responders. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:41:38 GMT /ems-trend-report/5-reasons-why-your-wellness-program-is-failing /wellness-week/beyond-the-ice-bath-how-cold-showers-can-become-a-paramedics-weapon-of-wellness Cold showers offer a powerful and accessible tool for medics to combat stress, boost resilience and cultivate mental clarity Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:29:00 GMT /wellness-week/beyond-the-ice-bath-how-cold-showers-can-become-a-paramedics-weapon-of-wellness /wellness-week/6-reasons-you-should-take-a-power-nap-today Who could use a little more sleep? Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:23:00 GMT /wellness-week/6-reasons-you-should-take-a-power-nap-today /paramedic-survival/operating-on-empty-how-sleep-deprivation-impacts-medics Insufficient sleep impacts decision-making, wellness and risk-taking, putting providers and patients at risk Wed, 12 Mar 2025 23:15:00 GMT /paramedic-survival/operating-on-empty-how-sleep-deprivation-impacts-medics /ems-trend-report/why-emergency-medical-services-are-vital-to-our-healthcare-system Transitioning to a healthcare system that embraces and reimburses community-based EMS care Mon, 17 Feb 2025 17:05:35 GMT /ems-trend-report/why-emergency-medical-services-are-vital-to-our-healthcare-system /data-management/quick-take-data-wins-the-day Colorado Springs, Sacramento and Richmond: Integrating analytics into decision-making to enhance patient outcomes, personnel support and sustainable operations Mon, 17 Feb 2025 16:07:18 GMT /data-management/quick-take-data-wins-the-day /ems-trend-report/quantifying-the-gap-between-expenses-and-revenue-for-ems-services Takeaways from the First CMS Data Collection Report on Ambulance Services to enhance service levels and reduce costs of service delivery Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:31:40 GMT /ems-trend-report/quantifying-the-gap-between-expenses-and-revenue-for-ems-services /ems-trend-report/ems-pioneering-solutions-in-the-opioid-crisis Community collaboration, harm reduction models and policy changes can ease the burden on EMS workers and improve patient outcomes Tue, 11 Feb 2025 14:40:12 GMT /ems-trend-report/ems-pioneering-solutions-in-the-opioid-crisis /ems-trend-report/new-york-data-supports-sounding-the-alarm-on-the-ems-workforce-crisis The EMS Leadership Academy highlights the urgent need to address funding, career pathways and wellness support Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:34:50 GMT /ems-trend-report/new-york-data-supports-sounding-the-alarm-on-the-ems-workforce-crisis /ems-trend-report/building-a-unified-response-best-practices-and-a-checklist-for-managing-acute-behavioral-emergencies An explainer and action plan based on the Consensus Statement of NAEMSP, IAFF and IACP Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:34:48 GMT /ems-trend-report/building-a-unified-response-best-practices-and-a-checklist-for-managing-acute-behavioral-emergencies /recruitment-and-retention/how-accreditation-of-paramedic-education-programs-is-helping-to-address-the-workforce-crisis What CoAEMSP has learned about EMS student attrition and retention Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:19:11 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/how-accreditation-of-paramedic-education-programs-is-helping-to-address-the-workforce-crisis /what-paramedics-want/combatting-burnout-in-ems-workplace-strategies-for-better-mental-health-support Wellness programs and sleep interventions can ease burnout and improve job satisfaction Fri, 18 Oct 2024 21:11:41 GMT /what-paramedics-want/combatting-burnout-in-ems-workplace-strategies-for-better-mental-health-support /ems-trend-report/celebrating-75-years-of-transformative-healthcare-with-mercy-flights Adapting to growth and changing demands with innovative community partnerships Tue, 20 Aug 2024 04:33:27 GMT /ems-trend-report/celebrating-75-years-of-transformative-healthcare-with-mercy-flights /ems-trend-report/a-message-to-rising-ems-leaders Carly Strong, COO, SEMSA/Riggs Ambulance: 鈥淭ake every opportunity鈥� Wed, 14 Aug 2024 17:37:25 GMT /ems-trend-report/a-message-to-rising-ems-leaders /ems-leader-playbook/leadership-lessons-from-simone-biles-responding-to-our-limits Practice self-care and do the work on the front end so you have more to give on the back end Fri, 09 Aug 2024 16:45:11 GMT /ems-leader-playbook/leadership-lessons-from-simone-biles-responding-to-our-limits /ems-products/education/articles/a-message-for-the-graduating-classes-of-ems-rRsLqRBmfCJAgsla/ Graduating from EMT or paramedic school? Here鈥檚 essential advice for new EMS professionals as they step into the field and prepare for real-world calls. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 20:01:00 GMT /ems-products/education/articles/a-message-for-the-graduating-classes-of-ems-rRsLqRBmfCJAgsla/ /patient-safety/rethinking-ems-balancing-innovation-and-patient-safety Join Mike Taigman, Chris Carlson and Daniel Brown to explore how data-driven decisions, BLS units, telehealth and nurse advice lines can reshape emergency services 鈥� without risking lives Mon, 12 May 2025 16:05:50 GMT /patient-safety/rethinking-ems-balancing-innovation-and-patient-safety /recruitment-and-retention/insider-analysis-cleveland-ems-runs-into-reality-no-staff-no-service Union pressures mayor as investment in equipment outpaces investment in people Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:21:06 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/insider-analysis-cleveland-ems-runs-into-reality-no-staff-no-service /health-wellness/exhausted-and-overworked-the-fatigue-crisis-in-ems If you鈥檝e ever worked tired, driven drowsy, or taken one shift too many, this one鈥檚 for you Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:16:38 GMT /health-wellness/exhausted-and-overworked-the-fatigue-crisis-in-ems /recruitment-and-retention/insider-analysis-fla-countys-10k-sign-on-bonus-quick-fix-or-deeper-issue With 17 paramedic vacancies, the county turns to sign-on bonuses, but will it solve the real problem? Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:44:32 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/insider-analysis-fla-countys-10k-sign-on-bonus-quick-fix-or-deeper-issue /compensation-and-benefits/insider-analysis-virginia-beach-recognizes-addresses-pay-gap City leaders seek millions in funding to improve EMS wages Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:08:10 GMT /compensation-and-benefits/insider-analysis-virginia-beach-recognizes-addresses-pay-gap /recruitment-and-retention/insider-analysis-dc-fire-and-ems-invests-in-homegrown-paramedics-to-tackle-staffing-shortages Program aims to recruit and train 50-75 paramedics annually to strengthen workforce Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:43:56 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/insider-analysis-dc-fire-and-ems-invests-in-homegrown-paramedics-to-tackle-staffing-shortages /recruitment-and-retention/the-21m-texas-ems-recruitment-and-retention-initiative State EMS Director Joe Schmider on how Texas鈥� data-driven plan brought in 10,915 new providers Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:06:18 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/the-21m-texas-ems-recruitment-and-retention-initiative /volunteer-rural-ems/articles/calling-all-volunteers-3-ways-to-increase-the-volunteer-member-pool-5NOb7Q8WEktgRd3S/ Recruitment efforts can focus on non-traditional members, people who live outside the area and even members of neighboring departments Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:20:00 GMT /volunteer-rural-ems/articles/calling-all-volunteers-3-ways-to-increase-the-volunteer-member-pool-5NOb7Q8WEktgRd3S/ /recruitment-and-retention/articles/qa-an-employee-praise-and-recognition-program-with-measurable-results-yhcwzhn8IojwZhtZ/ Eve Grau, co-founder of Royal Ambulance, a Glassdoor Employee鈥檚 Choice winner, shares the moments that matter, and how to recognize performance Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:14:00 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/articles/qa-an-employee-praise-and-recognition-program-with-measurable-results-yhcwzhn8IojwZhtZ/ /billing-and-administration/keep-your-ems-break-room-well-stocked-on-a-budget From coffee, to healthy snacks and hydration options, make sure your EMS crews have everything they need to recharge between shifts with cost-saving subscription options Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:44:08 GMT /billing-and-administration/keep-your-ems-break-room-well-stocked-on-a-budget /recruitment-and-retention/articles/5-ems-tips-for-a-work-life-balance-ZciTionFWI69lyXR/ When the overtime pool is deep, many EMTs and paramedics will swim for as long as they possibly can Mon, 17 Feb 2025 18:28:00 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/articles/5-ems-tips-for-a-work-life-balance-ZciTionFWI69lyXR/ /recruitment-and-retention/articles/4-easy-ways-to-improve-your-ems-recruitment-efforts-Jh9dDx6sJb8XTHIG/ No one wants to join a sinking ship Mon, 17 Feb 2025 17:29:00 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/articles/4-easy-ways-to-improve-your-ems-recruitment-efforts-Jh9dDx6sJb8XTHIG/ /data-management/quick-take-data-wins-the-day Colorado Springs, Sacramento and Richmond: Integrating analytics into decision-making to enhance patient outcomes, personnel support and sustainable operations Mon, 17 Feb 2025 16:07:18 GMT /data-management/quick-take-data-wins-the-day /inside-ems/the-case-for-full-time-medical-direction 鈥淵ou can鈥檛 oversee EMS medicine from behind a desk.鈥� With a full-time medical director, providers gain a mentor, coach and advocate. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:07:26 GMT /inside-ems/the-case-for-full-time-medical-direction /ems-trend-report/new-york-data-supports-sounding-the-alarm-on-the-ems-workforce-crisis The EMS Leadership Academy highlights the urgent need to address funding, career pathways and wellness support Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:34:50 GMT /ems-trend-report/new-york-data-supports-sounding-the-alarm-on-the-ems-workforce-crisis /paramedic-chief/insider-analysis-ems-leadership-burnout-and-instability When leadership turnover is persistent, is this a personnel issue or a deeper systemic problem? Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:07:17 GMT /paramedic-chief/insider-analysis-ems-leadership-burnout-and-instability /paramedic-chief/articles/how-to-recruit-engage-and-retain-emts-and-paramedics-JrR3e7xuYlcRMci6/ Understanding the Employee Value Proposition is the key to attracting, engaging and retaining good people for your EMS organization Thu, 21 Nov 2024 18:17:53 GMT /paramedic-chief/articles/how-to-recruit-engage-and-retain-emts-and-paramedics-JrR3e7xuYlcRMci6/ /recruitment-and-retention/articles/recruiting-in-the-age-of-social-media-QKbwfKEfhYYOS7fr/ If we want to keep up, it鈥檚 time we change gears and evolve from a traditional recruitment strategy Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:55:25 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/articles/recruiting-in-the-age-of-social-media-QKbwfKEfhYYOS7fr/ /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages Upcoming changes to TPS and DACA programs could impact EMS professionals across the U.S. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:43:43 GMT /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages /ems-products/education/articles/a-message-for-the-graduating-classes-of-ems-rRsLqRBmfCJAgsla/ Graduating from EMT or paramedic school? Here鈥檚 essential advice for new EMS professionals as they step into the field and prepare for real-world calls. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 20:01:00 GMT /ems-products/education/articles/a-message-for-the-graduating-classes-of-ems-rRsLqRBmfCJAgsla/ /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts paramedics and EMTs will love Fri, 30 May 2025 19:59:00 GMT /ems-products/off-duty/ems1-gift-guide-the-ultimate-guide-to-gifts-for-emts-paramedics /off-duty/the-human-connection-crisis-why-first-responders-need-real-relationships-in-a-digital-world Scrolling can鈥檛 save you 鈥� but a conversation might Thu, 15 May 2025 18:08:01 GMT /off-duty/the-human-connection-crisis-why-first-responders-need-real-relationships-in-a-digital-world /lifestyle/finding-sanctuary-at-home-the-importance-of-a-calming-space-for-first-responders Easy tips for building a personal oasis at home where you can decompress, recharge and sustain your mental wellbeing Thu, 15 May 2025 16:04:00 GMT /lifestyle/finding-sanctuary-at-home-the-importance-of-a-calming-space-for-first-responders /mental-health/articles/what-are-you-bringing-home-with-you-bslWC0gB03Nyjx4O/ Understand how the experiences you have as a first responder can shape your relationships with your family Thu, 15 May 2025 14:57:00 GMT /mental-health/articles/what-are-you-bringing-home-with-you-bslWC0gB03Nyjx4O/ /ems-products/books/book-excerpt-tactical-brain-training Discover why first responders often dismiss their own stress and how Tactical Brain Training offers practical tools to build emotional awareness, balance, and resilience Tue, 13 May 2025 19:26:46 GMT /ems-products/books/book-excerpt-tactical-brain-training /health-wellness/articles/10-best-heart-health-practices-for-female-firefighters-emts-poZE9sPsytu9FK75/ Research has shown that firefighters and EMTs face special risks of cardiac disease and stroke; here are 10 ways to lessen your risk Mon, 12 May 2025 16:35:00 GMT /health-wellness/articles/10-best-heart-health-practices-for-female-firefighters-emts-poZE9sPsytu9FK75/ /ems-products/training-tools/articles/lessons-learned-from-my-first-station-captain-my-mom-bKRLjL84jtQLjti0/ Fire and EMS leaders can serve as a much-needed constant amid the chaos Fri, 09 May 2025 14:46:00 GMT /ems-products/training-tools/articles/lessons-learned-from-my-first-station-captain-my-mom-bKRLjL84jtQLjti0/ /gifts-for-paramedics-emts/14-fire-ems-inspired-mothers-day-gifts A special "thank you" to all the mothers who double as first responders Fri, 09 May 2025 14:38:00 GMT /gifts-for-paramedics-emts/14-fire-ems-inspired-mothers-day-gifts /family-home/pet-care-products-for-around-the-clock-care Discover top pet care solutions that keep your pets safe and comfortable while you're on duty Fri, 09 May 2025 14:04:00 GMT /family-home/pet-care-products-for-around-the-clock-care /legal/3-personal-injury-claim-pitfalls-all-first-responders-should-understand You鈥檝e got the requisite emergency response training, but do you have the knowledge to survive a lawsuit? Thu, 08 May 2025 16:26:10 GMT /legal/3-personal-injury-claim-pitfalls-all-first-responders-should-understand /ems-products/capnography/articles/4-things-ems-providers-need-to-know-about-hyperventilation-syndrome-7AwnOLyZxCZOB22J/ Hyperventilation syndrome, often triggered by anxiety, presents unique challenges in EMS care. Understanding its nuances is crucial for effective assessment and management. Tue, 06 May 2025 15:20:00 GMT /ems-products/capnography/articles/4-things-ems-providers-need-to-know-about-hyperventilation-syndrome-7AwnOLyZxCZOB22J/ /line-of-duty-death-lodd/insider-analysis-remembering-kansas-city-paramedic-stabbed-in-the-line-of-duty Graham Hoffman鈥檚 death underscores the unpredictable risks and the need for stronger safety measures in EMS Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:32:08 GMT /line-of-duty-death-lodd/insider-analysis-remembering-kansas-city-paramedic-stabbed-in-the-line-of-duty /patient-care/articles/lets-get-personal-Yrkoag1E785X7szv/ Use these assessment and care tips to connect with patients and their families Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:38:00 GMT /patient-care/articles/lets-get-personal-Yrkoag1E785X7szv/ /health-wellness/insider-analysis-mental-health-focused-ems-alternative-saves-5m Naperville鈥檚 CART program showcases savings and patient-centered care, diverts hundreds from ED Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:52:08 GMT /health-wellness/insider-analysis-mental-health-focused-ems-alternative-saves-5m /nutrition/meal-prep-101-everything-you-need-to-avoid-the-drive-through-lane The benefits are numerous, but the startup can be daunting; become a meal-prepping pro with these top-rated solutions Mon, 21 Apr 2025 14:39:00 GMT /nutrition/meal-prep-101-everything-you-need-to-avoid-the-drive-through-lane /ems-advocacy/operationalizing-public-safety-chaplaincy 5 practical ways to align chaplaincy with organizational culture and expectations 鈥� and why it matters Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:22:38 GMT /ems-advocacy/operationalizing-public-safety-chaplaincy /health-wellness/book-excerpt-101-stress-busting-tips-for-first-responders Read the first five practical, no-nonsense strategies to help you stay sharp, resilient, and in control 鈥� no matter what the job throws at you Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:07:13 GMT /health-wellness/book-excerpt-101-stress-busting-tips-for-first-responders /ems-trend-report/be-a-plus-one-from-micromanagement-to-meaningful-support When intentions don鈥檛 match actions, trust and morale suffer. Learn how to lead with purpose, awareness and genuine presence Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:55:39 GMT /ems-trend-report/be-a-plus-one-from-micromanagement-to-meaningful-support /health-wellness/the-off-duty-habit-thats-keeping-first-responders-moving The habit? Working out with your dog in ways that support movement, recovery and routine Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:06:41 GMT /health-wellness/the-off-duty-habit-thats-keeping-first-responders-moving /ems-management/from-protocols-to-performance-why-ems-needs-knowledge-mapping-now Learn the key principles of knowledge mapping in EMS and how visualizing critical info can drive better training, faster decisions, and seamless communication. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:34:22 GMT /ems-management/from-protocols-to-performance-why-ems-needs-knowledge-mapping-now /legislation-funding/how-one-big-beautiful-bill-could-break-ems MedPAC, Medicaid cuts have EMS at a financial crossroads Thu, 05 Jun 2025 18:38:41 GMT /legislation-funding/how-one-big-beautiful-bill-could-break-ems /legislation-funding/fusion-medicine-meets-ems-inside-utahs-newest-care-approach Because 鈥渟tay in your lane鈥� was never in the job description Fri, 30 May 2025 17:08:25 GMT /legislation-funding/fusion-medicine-meets-ems-inside-utahs-newest-care-approach /vehicle-crashes/safe-streets-for-all-mvc-care-funding-in-action Why post-crash care matters: 42% of patients alive at EMS arrival die later Tue, 27 May 2025 15:10:48 GMT /vehicle-crashes/safe-streets-for-all-mvc-care-funding-in-action /ems-management/building-elite-ems-teams-10-soft-skills-that-predict-long-term-success From emotional intelligence to adaptability, learn how to spot top-tier EMS providers Mon, 12 May 2025 18:10:46 GMT /ems-management/building-elite-ems-teams-10-soft-skills-that-predict-long-term-success /emt-ems-paramedic-jobs-and-careers/10-practical-tips-to-responding-to-criticism A model for personal and professional growth Mon, 12 May 2025 15:44:07 GMT /emt-ems-paramedic-jobs-and-careers/10-practical-tips-to-responding-to-criticism /chief-insights/chief-insights-observe-interact-and-plan It鈥檚 hard to sit back and watch when so much work needs to be done, but your team needs stability, not more chaos Thu, 08 May 2025 19:00:00 GMT /chief-insights/chief-insights-observe-interact-and-plan /ems-leader-playbook/turn-personal-roots-into-professional-gold-lead-like-you-mean-it Laysha Ward teaches public safety leaders how to reframe life experiences into leadership superpowers, develop connection currency and align work-life goals for sustainable success Thu, 01 May 2025 21:25:29 GMT /ems-leader-playbook/turn-personal-roots-into-professional-gold-lead-like-you-mean-it /billing-and-administration/medpac-stacks-the-deck-against-ambulance-services Despite CMS's comprehensive cost findings, MedPAC鈥檚 selective data edits paint a distorted picture 鈥� risking the financial future of thousands of ambulance services Thu, 01 May 2025 18:30:16 GMT /billing-and-administration/medpac-stacks-the-deck-against-ambulance-services /paramedic-chief/is-your-ems-agency-all-talk-no-accountability-heres-how-to-fix-that If you鈥檙e tired of a toxic culture, this episode lays out a blueprint for EMS agency growth Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:40:55 GMT /paramedic-chief/is-your-ems-agency-all-talk-no-accountability-heres-how-to-fix-that /health-wellness/insider-analysis-mental-health-focused-ems-alternative-saves-5m Naperville鈥檚 CART program showcases savings and patient-centered care, diverts hundreds from ED Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:52:08 GMT /health-wellness/insider-analysis-mental-health-focused-ems-alternative-saves-5m /legislation-funding/gadcs-ems-cost-data-in-2025-are-we-on-track Explore the latest Medicare Ground Ambulance Data Collection System findings and what they mean for EMS funding, reimbursement rates, and advocacy in 2025 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:06:55 GMT /legislation-funding/gadcs-ems-cost-data-in-2025-are-we-on-track /recruitment-and-retention/insider-analysis-cleveland-ems-runs-into-reality-no-staff-no-service Union pressures mayor as investment in equipment outpaces investment in people Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:21:06 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/insider-analysis-cleveland-ems-runs-into-reality-no-staff-no-service /ems-trend-report/be-a-plus-one-from-micromanagement-to-meaningful-support When intentions don鈥檛 match actions, trust and morale suffer. Learn how to lead with purpose, awareness and genuine presence Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:55:39 GMT /ems-trend-report/be-a-plus-one-from-micromanagement-to-meaningful-support /legislation-funding/ems-on-the-hill-why-advocacy-matters-now-more-than-ever Your pay, your role and your resources are on the line; here鈥檚 what EMS leaders are fighting for now Fri, 11 Apr 2025 14:47:59 GMT /legislation-funding/ems-on-the-hill-why-advocacy-matters-now-more-than-ever /health-wellness/exhausted-and-overworked-the-fatigue-crisis-in-ems If you鈥檝e ever worked tired, driven drowsy, or taken one shift too many, this one鈥檚 for you Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:16:38 GMT /health-wellness/exhausted-and-overworked-the-fatigue-crisis-in-ems /ems-products/community-paramedicine-software/articles/top-10-mih-or-community-paramedicine-program-funding-sources-gDFqADEkuC5c3IvB/ These sources of start-up and long-term funding can help launch and provide economic sustainability for mobile integrated health care Mon, 31 Mar 2025 17:33:00 GMT /ems-products/community-paramedicine-software/articles/top-10-mih-or-community-paramedicine-program-funding-sources-gDFqADEkuC5c3IvB/ /recruitment-and-retention/the-21m-texas-ems-recruitment-and-retention-initiative State EMS Director Joe Schmider on how Texas鈥� data-driven plan brought in 10,915 new providers Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:06:18 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/the-21m-texas-ems-recruitment-and-retention-initiative /whole-blood/insider-analysis-delawares-statewide-whole-blood-rollout-sets-a-new-ems-standard A unified effort among EMS agencies, hospitals and aviation units ensures faster, lifesaving treatment Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:22:34 GMT /whole-blood/insider-analysis-delawares-statewide-whole-blood-rollout-sets-a-new-ems-standard /chief-insights/chief-insights-leadership-culture-and-continuous-growth Lee County EMS Division Chief Adam Thompson shares insights on Just Culture and the importance of investing in people to create a thriving workforce Thu, 20 Feb 2025 17:46:05 GMT /chief-insights/chief-insights-leadership-culture-and-continuous-growth /ems-trend-report/why-emergency-medical-services-are-vital-to-our-healthcare-system Transitioning to a healthcare system that embraces and reimburses community-based EMS care Mon, 17 Feb 2025 17:05:35 GMT /ems-trend-report/why-emergency-medical-services-are-vital-to-our-healthcare-system /ems-trend-report/quantifying-the-gap-between-expenses-and-revenue-for-ems-services Takeaways from the First CMS Data Collection Report on Ambulance Services to enhance service levels and reduce costs of service delivery Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:31:40 GMT /ems-trend-report/quantifying-the-gap-between-expenses-and-revenue-for-ems-services /inside-ems/the-case-for-full-time-medical-direction 鈥淵ou can鈥檛 oversee EMS medicine from behind a desk.鈥� With a full-time medical director, providers gain a mentor, coach and advocate. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:07:26 GMT /inside-ems/the-case-for-full-time-medical-direction /legislation-funding/insider-analysis-wash-invests-in-ems-growth-after-federal-funding-falls-through With call volumes up 55%, Walla Walla shifts to local funding to add EMTs and paramedics Mon, 10 Feb 2025 16:23:11 GMT /legislation-funding/insider-analysis-wash-invests-in-ems-growth-after-federal-funding-falls-through /ems-trend-report/new-york-data-supports-sounding-the-alarm-on-the-ems-workforce-crisis The EMS Leadership Academy highlights the urgent need to address funding, career pathways and wellness support Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:34:50 GMT /ems-trend-report/new-york-data-supports-sounding-the-alarm-on-the-ems-workforce-crisis /ems-software/tech-meets-tradition-wristband-technology-and-software-transform-emergency-response How a state鈥檚 wristband system and Pulsara redefined safety at the Texas Renaissance Festival Fri, 05 Jan 2024 22:39:05 GMT /ems-software/tech-meets-tradition-wristband-technology-and-software-transform-emergency-response /ems-products/incident-management/articles/can-the-feds-help-5-things-to-know-about-disaster-communications-and-care-n8JXNNVuvB3uDiYO/ What patient care and communications resources can the federal government offer local EMS responders following disasters and major events? Mon, 16 Oct 2023 22:52:08 GMT /ems-products/incident-management/articles/can-the-feds-help-5-things-to-know-about-disaster-communications-and-care-n8JXNNVuvB3uDiYO/ /ems-products/software/articles/retention-issues-loom-large-in-ems-can-new-programs-and-technologies-help-7j6Vm5f1Cmjd6uj9/ Pioneering patient management and communication tools may be the answer to enhancing provider job satisfaction and combating EMS retention problems Mon, 09 Oct 2023 16:35:45 GMT /ems-products/software/articles/retention-issues-loom-large-in-ems-can-new-programs-and-technologies-help-7j6Vm5f1Cmjd6uj9/ /ems-products/software/articles/getting-your-community-paramedic-program-off-the-ground-HdB2moedYnO7nZkE/ What issues do emergency medical services agencies need to address in launching community paramedic programs? Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:07:25 GMT /ems-products/software/articles/getting-your-community-paramedic-program-off-the-ground-HdB2moedYnO7nZkE/ /ems-products/software/articles/setting-the-table-for-community-paramedicine-3wK0cFhWQtCVcn7V/ What should an EMS organization know and do before launching a community paramedic program? Tue, 30 May 2023 17:16:02 GMT /ems-products/software/articles/setting-the-table-for-community-paramedicine-3wK0cFhWQtCVcn7V/