March 28, 2018
REMSA Welcomes Maurice Herbst to the Position of Director of IT
Maurice joined REMSA in late February as the Director of Information Technology. In this role, he will lead the department of five and will oversee all continuity and optimization of REMSA’s information technology infrastructure for the entire organization and partner with the management team on process improvements and information technology solutions. Some key initiatives that […]
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March 9, 2018
REMSA Trains and Graduates 24 Paramedics
The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) Center for Prehospital Education is pleased to announce that 24 students successfully completed the organization’s 14-month paramedic program. The program builds on the existing knowledge and skills of an emergency medical technician (EMT) or an advanced emergency medical technician (AEMT). To complete the program, students must master advanced […]
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February 26, 2018
REMSA Community Paramedics Extend Community Health Program Into the Workplace
The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) announces that its Community Paramedics are part of a contract to assess and provide first aid and non-urgent treatment for on-the-job injuries in an ongoing effort to support access to the right level of healthcare. The program is offered through a partnership with Workplace Medical Services (WMS). “We […]
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February 14, 2018
Med-Trans Partners With Care Flight To Serve Parts of California, Nevada
Leading national air medical transport company Med-Trans Corporation and Care Flight, a medical flight service of the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA), have partnered to provide helicopter medical service to large parts of Nevada and California. “Care Flight is thrilled to partner with Med-Trans to provide rotor-wing critical care transportation across the region,” said Dean […]
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February 6, 2018
Care Flight Announces Reaccreditation From International Accrediting Body
The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) is pleased to announce that Care Flight, the organization’s critical care transport service has received re-accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS). The accreditation includes Care Flight’s rotor wing program, as well as its fixed wing and ground ambulance. “I am incredibly proud of […]
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January 30, 2018
REMSA Offers CPR Classes Throughout February In Recognition of National Heart Month
Cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, remains the leading global cause of death with more than 17.3 million deaths each year. REMSA is offering and participating in events throughout the month of February to raise awareness about heart health and to teach skills that could save a life in the event of sudden cardiac […]
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January 22, 2018
Hypothermia and Frostbite Safety Tips
During the cold winter months, hypothermia and frostbite are always possible, and need to be considered serious health threats – especially with senior citizens and small children. To protect yourself and loved ones, it is important to understand hypothermia and frostbite, and how to prevent them. Hypothermia and its main symptoms Hypothermia occurs when the […]
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January 18, 2018
Fifteen Care Flight Staff Earn “Wings” For Advanced Care Capabilities
In December, Care Flight awarded 20 of its critical care medical team members with recognition for advanced study, skills and achievements. They earned their “wings.” The ever-changing world of medicine has placed more and more requirements for training, skills and education on medical professionals, especially in critical care. Care Flight medical staff members must pass […]
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January 9, 2018
REMSA Hosts Free Community Outreach Program: Point of Impact
The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) is offering free car seat installation and inspection check points as part of its Point of Impact community outreach program throughout 2018. 2018 Schedule: Saturday, January 20 at 10 a.m. Babies R Us, 4869 Kietzke Lane, Reno Saturday, February 24 at 10 a.m. Northern Nevada Medical Group, 5070 Ion Drive, Sparks […]
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December 20, 2017
Plumas County Recognized by Nor-Cal EMS for Emergency Service Success
In a joint announcement from Plumas District Hospital and Care Flight, Plumas County is recognized by Nor-Cal EMS for having the highest percentage of cardiac arrest field saves in Lassen, Modoc, Plumas, Sierra, and Trinity counties, thanks to public bystander CPR and High Performance CPR by local emergency services personnel. In a letter from Shawn […]
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