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JEMS is the source for emergency medical services professionals. An official Clarion Events, Inc. publication.
Rochelle Park, New Jersey
Joined March 2009
“EMS” should mean Emergency Medical Services—but today, it’s often confused online and in public perception. Recognition, funding, and recruitment are at stake. Let’s reclaim our identity. Learn more:
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Emergency medical services professionals face identity challenges as the acronym "EMS" is co-opted by various industries, leading to public confusion and reduced support for emergency care.
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Culture isn’t something that happens to you—it happens because of you. Your attitude on shift can shape the crew for better or worse. Read more on individual impact in EMS culture: 👉 [ https://t.co/b0VQTVwihB](
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Ten #firefighters were hospitalized Thursday night after they were exposed to pool-cleaning chemicals following a two-vehicle crash in #NJ. #hazmat
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Ten firefighters were hospitalized after exposure to pool-cleaning chemicals from a minivan involved in a crash on Route 208 in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, authorities said.
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Every second counts. TRAUMAGEL, a plant-based hemostatic gel, stops external bleeding within seconds—no packing, no pressure. This #WorldTraumaDay, hear how it’s reshaping hemorrhage control in EMS. 🎧 Listen: https://t.co/WfS1IeoXiM
#EMS #TraumaCare #BleedingControl
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EMS isn’t always about heroic calls. True fulfillment often comes from the small, human moments on shift. Learn how to find purpose beyond the flashy:
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Emergency responders face burnout and disillusionment in their roles, as highlighted by Jeffrey S. Hammerstein. He emphasizes the need for realistic expectations in EMS, acknowledging the challenges...
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WEBINAR October 30, 12 pm ET: https://t.co/NfAZl2OjCI Driving Change with AI and Visual Technology - with Troy Lachinski In the fast-paced world of emergency response and industry transitions, creating efficiencies, driving continuous improvement and leveraging innovative
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A solid EMS program needs more than good instructors—it needs engaged medical direction. Here’s why a qualified Program Medical Director is key to training that reflects real-world care and evolving medicine. 🔗 https://t.co/vhZgA6Hygg
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New CT Business Aims to Make Sure No 911 Emergency Goes Unanswered Across the State. Here’s How:
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Tom Varanelli, a Bridgeport firefighter, founded Northeast Fire-Rescue in Harwinton to address firefighter shortages in Connecticut, partnering with 10 municipalities to provide EMS staffing.
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This weekend, we lost a beloved member of our PrideStar Trinity family. Larry Brundige passed away after a courageous battle w/ illness. Larry began his incredible journey with our company in August of 1992, dedicating 33 years to serving our communities. https://t.co/vv1WvL8IUx
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Everyone says “communication is key.” Few actually plan how to use it. If you’re tired of leadership buzzwords, this article gets to the point. 👉 https://t.co/ulLsbgRPTn
#EMS #Leadership #JEMS
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New EMS leaders must prioritize communication planning to ensure clear messaging and coordinated action, improving teamwork and patient care outcomes in high-stakes environments.
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EMS work isn’t always drama and cardiac arrests. Routine transports can feel like taxi runs, but every call matters. Life saved, newborn delivered, support given—always remember why this career exists: to help others. https://t.co/YWp2yoxj6s
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August Stovall, an EMT in Chicago, experienced intense situations while transporting patients. On a busy night, he witnessed the aftermath of a shooting involving four teens mistaken for gang members.
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Not all inhalation injuries come with flames or smoke. Marc, 57, found mumbling & hypoperfused in a shed after heating plastic. Airway clear, but something invisible was affecting his cells. Look at this reading—what stands out? Your top differential? 👇 Full case:
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MIH works. Patients are safer. Costs are down. So why are insurers still refusing to pay? Stop asking if it works. Start asking why they’re not paying. https://t.co/hZRewNc8Z8
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Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) programs in Texas and Minnesota show significant benefits in reducing emergency department visits and improving care, yet reimbursement remains a challenge.
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Not every headline tells the full story. 👩⚕️💊 Dr. Sarah Fabiano breaks down the Tylenol-in-pregnancy conversation for EMS providers—what’s safe, what’s not, and why informed care matters. Good medicine > media panic: https://t.co/rDA6yQP3bx
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Just minutes after a medical helicopter crashed onto a California highway, Sacramento Fire Capt. Peter Vandersluis found himself directing an impromptu response team of about 15 drivers to lift the wreckage off a paramedic trapped underneath. https://t.co/kdrNg1qvK8
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A medical helicopter crashed on State Route 50 in Sacramento, injuring a paramedic, nurse, and pilot. Fire Capt. Peter Vandersluis led bystanders in lifting the wreckage to rescue the paramedic.
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Drowning victims. 30-foot border wall falls. Multi-patient chaos. Falck San Diego crews handle it all while navigating rugged terrain and 12+ languages. EMS at the edge isn’t for the faint of heart. 🚑💥 Full story: https://t.co/THf0f4vJvG
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Three passengers in a medical helicopter were in critical condition after the craft smashed into Highway 50 in Sacramento. https://t.co/udhUoBMyvS
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Three passengers in a REACH air ambulance were critically injured when the helicopter crashed on Highway 50 in Sacramento.
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VR isn’t a gimmick—it’s transforming EMS training. Students practice high-stakes scenarios safely, build confidence, and enter the field ready. Learn how immersive tech complements traditional training: 🔗
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Bullard-Havens Technical High School in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is enhancing EMS education by integrating virtual reality training, improving student engagement and confidence in emergency response...
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