The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) and Care Flight are pleased to announce a partnership with AirMed Care Network (AMCN) to administer their Silver Saver and Flight Plan membership programs, respectively. AMCN is the nation’s largest provider of air medical memberships. Under the agreement, AMCN will lead the campaign to … [Read more...] about Care Flight and REMSA Team up With AirMed Care Network to Sell Air Medical Membership
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REMSA Announces Care Flight Re-Accreditation
The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) is once again proud to share that Care Flight, the organization's critical care transport service, has achieved re-accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) for its rotor wing, fixed wing and critical care ground programs. "Earning … [Read more...] about REMSA Announces Care Flight Re-Accreditation
REMSA to Administer Free Flu Shots for Homebound Adults, Beginning September 28
Beginning September 28, free flu shots will be administered by REMSA on a first-scheduled, first-served basis to Washoe County adult citizens that are homebound, meaning they have an illness or injury that restricts their ability to leave their place of residence. Flu shots will be administered at home. Participants 65 years and older are eligible to receive the high dose … [Read more...] about REMSA to Administer Free Flu Shots for Homebound Adults, Beginning September 28
REMSA Announces a Tiered Emergency Medical Services Response System
REMSA ANNOUNCES A TIERED EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES RESPONSE SYSTEM Matching Patient Care Needs with the Right Health Care Provider (Reno, Nev.) – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) announces that beginning in August, it will offer additional levels of out-of-hospital patient care through its 9-1-1 ambulance response in Washoe County. By expanding … [Read more...] about REMSA Announces a Tiered Emergency Medical Services Response System
REMSA Community Advisory | Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
(Reno, Nev.) – With more pedestrians and bicyclists on the road and in your neighborhood, the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) advises on how you can stay safe and active outdoors as Nevada continues with its Roadmap to Recovery reopening plan. While walking, running, hiking or riding your bike is great exercise for you and your family, there are a few tips … [Read more...] about REMSA Community Advisory | Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
REMSA Partners with Vivify Health to Screen Employees for COVID-19
RENO, Nev. and PLANO, Texas – June 9, 2020 – Vivify Health, the developer of the nation’s leading connected care platform for remote patient care, announced today it has partnered with the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) to implement Vivify’s COVID-19 Screening and Monitoring Pathways, enabling both high and low-risk employees to self-screen for COVID-19 … [Read more...] about REMSA Partners with Vivify Health to Screen Employees for COVID-19
REMSA CEO Asked to Advise the Nevada Gaming Control Board on Reopening of the State’s Casinos
(Reno, Nev.) – The Nevada Gaming Control Board recently conducted a workshop meeting to determine the logistics of successfully reopening the casino industry in the state. To help with this decision they inquired from six health and safety experts, including Dean Dow, president and CEO of the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) in Washoe County. … [Read more...] about REMSA CEO Asked to Advise the Nevada Gaming Control Board on Reopening of the State’s Casinos
REMSA Announces Executive Director of Integrated Health: Adam Heinz
Reno, Nev. -- The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Adam Heinz to the role of Executive Director of Integrated Health. In this new role, Heinz is responsible for advancing REMSA’s innovative mobile health care projects. Through collaboration with regional partners, regulatory representatives and elected officials, … [Read more...] about REMSA Announces Executive Director of Integrated Health: Adam Heinz
REMSA Announces Executive Director of EMS Operations: Aaron Abbott
Reno, Nev. -- The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) is pleased to announce the addition of Aaron Abbott to its leadership team. Abbott will join the organization as Executive Director of EMS Operations. Abbott has more than 18 years of emergency medical services (EMS) experience across a variety of roles. In his Executive Director position with REMSA, … [Read more...] about REMSA Announces Executive Director of EMS Operations: Aaron Abbott
Industry FocusHealthcare
Nevada’s healthcare system has seen a multitude of challenges in recent years including access to care, quality concerns, and doctor burnout, among others. Leaders in healthcare are working hard to address a multitude of issues within the industry. Recently, some of the state’s most prominent leaders met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss those challenges … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
REMSA Trains and Graduates 16 Paramedics
RENO, Nev. – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) Center for Prehospital Education is pleased to announce that 16 students successfully completed the organization’s 12-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 … [Read more...] about REMSA Trains and Graduates 16 Paramedics
REMSA and Care Flight Welcome Deborah Kotrady as Clinical Education Nurse
The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) announces the appointment of Deborah Kotrady, RN, as a clinical education nurse for REMSA and Care Flight. In this role, Kotrady is responsible for conducting education and orientation seminars for REMSA and Care Flight’s new nurse education program. “We are very pleased to welcome Deborah to the REMSA and Care Flight … [Read more...] about REMSA and Care Flight Welcome Deborah Kotrady as Clinical Education Nurse
REMSA Receives Grant to Help Save Pedestrian Lives
RENO, Nev. – REMSA, the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority, has received a $20,000 grant from the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), to educate the public about pedestrian safety in order to decrease injuries and deaths in Washoe County. The grant will be implemented with many regional partners, including the Washoe County School District (WCSD), the Regional … [Read more...] about REMSA Receives Grant to Help Save Pedestrian Lives
REMSA Offers Free Car Seat Checkpoints in November and December
(Reno, Nev.) – Before you travel for the holidays, make sure your children are truly safe in the car. The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) is offering free car seat installation and inspection checkpoint as part of its Point of Impact community outreach program. REMSA’s Point of Impact program encourages parents to ensure their car seats are properly … [Read more...] about REMSA Offers Free Car Seat Checkpoints in November and December
REMSA Invites Community to Free Car Seat Check Point During Child Passenger Safety Week
(Reno, Nev.) – As a leader in Emergency Medical Services, the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) is offering a free car seat inspection during National Child Passenger Safety Week. Motor vehicle-related injuries are a leading cause of death for children 1 to 13 years old. Many deaths and injuries can be prevented by proper use of car seats, boosters, and … [Read more...] about REMSA Invites Community to Free Car Seat Check Point During Child Passenger Safety Week