Michael Shaw

Greetings,

This is a reminder regarding the Recruitment and Retention Surveys posted for the Wyoming – Erie Region.  Please take a moment and complete the survey so we can analyze this data and formulate a plan to help!  It doesn’t matter is you’re a volunteer or paid EMS provider, everyone opinions are needed!

Wyoming-Erie Region (All EMS Providers and EMS Agencies in Wyoming and Erie Counties):

Wyoming – Erie EMS Agency Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/K3EHtD4ixj

Wyoming – Erie EMS Provider Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/kDH698i8Kc

 

Greetings,

As a reminder, please take a moment and complete the recruitment retentions surveys for the Big Lakes Region.  I have included the links to make it easier!  The survey period was due to close today; however, we decided to extend it a few more days!  This is important, EMS Agency leadership please push this out to your EMS Providers!

 

Big Lakes Regions (All EMS Providers and EMS Agencies in Niagara, Orleans, and Genesee Counties)

EMS Agency Survey:

Big Lakes EMS Agency Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/0DaTBE2BqK

Big Lakes EMS Provider Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/ZKt1SN7yXK

Greetings,

Please see the msg below from Emily James regarding the upcoming changes with Catholic Health Facilities ED Access for EMS

 

Good afternoon –

As you are aware, the Catholic Health System has put in place some new security features in the emergency departments throughout our system, to include stronger access requirements for the EMS entrances.  Key fobs have been distributed to the EMS agencies who regularly transport to our facilities for their providers to gain entrance to the ED via the EMS doors.  For agencies who are not regularly transporting to Catholic Health emergency departments, there will be a bell that can be pressed to alert security to open the EMS doors, so the crew is able to gain entrance.  The current PIN code system to enter via the EMS doors will no longer be accessible as of Monday, April 6, 2026, at 12:00am.  Please distribute this information to your providers. 

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, thank you. 

Emily James (Rowles) MBA, EMT – P, NYS CIC

System Manager of EMS

Greetings

Please see the Vital Signs EMS Academy training for the week of 3/23 below

Greetings,

Please see the notice below sent out by Catholic Healthcare Systems.

Greetings,

Please see the correspondence below from the Division of State EMS, link below is for the Request for Nominees document!

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Division-of-State-EMS-2026-Mental-Health-Fellowship-Request-for-Nominations.pdf

The Division of State EMS is pleased to begin accepting nominations for the second Mental Health Resiliency Officer Fellowship Program. This program is designed to equip EMS clinicians with the tools to develop and support mental health and well-being in their agencies. Taking place over the course of one-year, beginning with an introductory “kick-off” session in June 2026, the aim is to have at least one mental health champion from each region chosen to participate in the fellowship program. These fellows will receive foundational mental health competencies, and attend monthly virtual or in-person meetings, to gain the knowledge necessary to become a resiliency officer and develop or enhance peer support programs in their agencies.

Through training, and the development of a network of like-minded EMS professionals, this fellowship empowers participants to create lasting change.

Nominations will close on April 20^th, 2026 so please share the attached request for nominations widely within your networks.

Thank you for your time and commitment to the mental health and well-being of EMS clinicians, leaders and agencies throughout New York State.

 

Sincerely,

Stephen Brucato

Bureau Chief | Bureau of EMS Emergency Management

Intelligence Liaison Officer

Division of State Emergency Medical Services

Greetings,

Below are the EMS Agency and EMS Provider links for the Recruitment and Retention Surveys.  Please take the time to follow the appropriate link and take part on behalf of your region.

 

Wyoming-Erie Region (All EMS Providers and EMS Agencies in Wyoming and Erie Counties):

Wyoming – Erie EMS Agency Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/K3EHtD4ixj

Wyoming – Erie EMS Provider Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/kDH698i8Kc

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Big Lakes Regions (All EMS Providers and EMS Agencies in Niagara, Orleans, and Genesee Counties)

EMS Agency Survey:

Big Lakes EMS Agency Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/0DaTBE2BqK

Big Lakes EMS Provider Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/ZKt1SN7yXK

 

Thank you for your participation!

 

Greetings,

Passing this along for our partners at STEMS!