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Off to Florida! - A Personal Note from Jeffrey Bendit:

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Friends and Colleagues,

As many of you are already aware, my family and I moved to Florida.  While we are excited about this move and the new challenges that come with it, I also find myself at a loss of a great job and the awesome people with whom I have worked over the past 7 years.

Michael Player, you are the example that I strive to achieve each day.  You supported me professionally and personally, providing guidance, and advice.  I couldn’t have asked for a better mentor.  Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to work in this professional organization that it is.

2020 GOVERNOR’S EMS AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
EMS Providers and Organizations Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to Virginia’s EMS System

On Saturday, March 20, the 2020 Governor’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Award winners were announced during a virtual presentation of the Governor’s EMS Awards. These awards, given in Governor Ralph Northam’s name, recognize outstanding EMS providers and organizations from across the Commonwealth for their demonstrated level of excellence and dedication to the EMS system.

Here are the links to view the awards presentation:

PEMS would like to congratulate each of the winners! 

REMINDER -  Deadline Approaching to Submit Your RSAF Grant Application

The 2021 Spring RSAF Grant Application Period Deadline is Rapidly Approaching.  The application period will close on March 15, 2021!

PEMS' Staff is ready to assist agencies with the application process if needed. 

Spring 2021 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund Grant Cycle Now Open

The Spring 2021 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund (RSAF) Grant Cycle began Monday, February 1, 2021 and applications will be due to the Virginia Office of EMS by March 15, 2021. 

The financial assistance for Emergency Medical Services Grants Program, known as the Rescue Squad Assistance Fund (RSAF) Grant Program is a multi-million dollar grant program for Virginia non-profit EMS agencies and organizations. Items eligible for funding include EMS equipment and vehicles, computers, EMS management programs, courses/classes and projects benefiting the recruitment and retention of EMS members.

PEMS 2021 Protocols Update Video and Documents

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The PEMS 2021 Protocol Update Video is now available on the PEMS Youtube Channel: https://youtu.be/i3_J0U4b120

All active Operational Medical Directors (OMDs) for agencies in the PEMS Region have access to a low resolution video, the complete 2021 Protocol Packet, and the 2021 Protocol Update Packet in the MAC Sharepoint Folder.

One designated agency representative may request advanced distribution of the 2021 Protocol Files in preparation for printed distribution within the agency.

Email Seth Craig at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request access to advanced distribution.

2021 Protocols Go into Effect April 1st, 2021.

The PEMS Protocol App will be updated April 1st, 2021 and remains free and available to anyone in the PEMS Region.

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 PEMS Announces Dates for 2021 Protocol Release    

The 2021 PEMS Protocols are scheduled to be released to designated agency representatives on March 15, 2021.  The protocols will go into effect and be available for download on the PEMS Protocol Apple and Google Apps on April 1, 2021.

The Medical Advisory Committee in conjunction with the Protocols, Policies and Procedures Committee  have conducted a detailed review of the current PEMS Protocols.  Their development of the necessary revisions consistent with evidence-based clinical practice will facilitate EMS providers' treatment of patients and improve patient outcomes.

PEMS will provide designated agency representatives with roll-out materials (training video, power point presentation), and advanced distribution of the 2021 Protocol Changes on March 15, 2021.  The training video will be posted on You-Tube as well.  EMS agencies interested in receiving the roll-out materials should contact Seth Craig, PEMS EMS Coordinator-Clinical Care at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

The 2021 PEMS Protocols will be available for download from the PEMS website on April 1, 2021 for those who wish to print copies.

PEMS Medication Box changes in support of the 2021 PEMS Protocols will begin with medication kits exchanged and restocked beginning April 1, 2021.

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