Jay County EMS

05/20/2026

Happy EMS week! We are so thankful for all our providers across the county, state, and country! This is a thankless job at times and it is truly a calling! Don’t ever forget why you came into this field … to be there for someone on their worst day… to be calm in the chaos… to care for others!

05/20/2026

Governor Mike Braun has officially proclaimed this week as EMS Week in Indiana, honoring the dedication, compassion and professionalism of EMS providers across the state. From large cities to rural communities, EMS professionals are there when Hoosiers need them most.

Throughout the week, we will be sharing stories that highlight the incredible people behind Indiana EMS. Read their stories and learn more at emsweek.in.gov.

05/20/2026

04/21/2026

Jay County EMS/Training institute had a trauma skills day this past weekend for emt students and first responders to work on skills. It takes multiple providers/volunteers to help with skills stations and we could not do it without them. Thanks to everyone that participated.
Also, thank you to Lutheran Air for giving the students a tour of the helicopter and information on how we can work with them on critical calls.

03/07/2026

First responders in Jay and surrounding counties participated in Traffic Incident Management by DOT. This training, now mandated by the state, will help us keep first responders and the public safer near traffic scenes. Thanks to everyone who participated.

03/01/2026

Reminder this is a MANDATORY course that you have to take before you can recertify for your EMR certificate. Also Psychological Health Toolkit, Resilience and Mind-body Connection and Su***de Awareness online courses on Acadisportal (30 minute courses). You can search all these courses on indiana.acadisonline.com. There is also a four hour online TIM training you can take as well if you are unable to attend an in person TIM training that is also on indiana.acadisonline.com.

03/01/2026

Jay County EMS/Training Institute has been busy training new EMT’s and doing continuing education for employees/local first responders. These skill days help us work on our skills and teach the future technicians to work in our communities one day. Huge thank you to everyone that came to help and to Portland Fire/Firefighters for your help and use of the building. It takes a village. The more we train together, the better our teamwork is in the field.
Our ongoing EMT class meets twice a week and will soon start riding on the ambulance in clinical hours.

-Next weekend our employees and first responders can attend Traffic Incident Management course put on by the state which is now a requirement of their certification.

Here is a summarized list of some of the training our employees/local first responders have participated in during the last 6 months.
-CPR/Basic Resuscitation
-Advanced Cardiac Life Support(ACLS)
-Pre-hospital trauma life support (PHTLS)
-Advanced Medical Life support (AMLS)
-Emergency Vehicle Operations(EVO)
-Emergency Airport Training
-Rural Trauma Simulation (IU JAY)

We should never stop learning/training and striving to be better because the next call matters… the next person in need matters.

01/23/2026

**OUTDATED POST**
❄12:00 PM Winter Storm Update❄

🔹Cold Weather Advisory now until 10:00 AM Saturday
🔹Winter Storm Warning 7:00 PM Saturday through 7:00 PM Sunday (Updated at 2:00 PM)

❄Snow is expected to begin Saturday evening. Heaviest snow is expected Sunday mid-morning through afternoon with snow continuing through Sunday evening.

📏Forecasted snowfall amounts are in the 4 to 8 inch range with the potential for more than 8 inches still a possibility.

💨Winds are expected to increase Sunday afternoon through Monday morning. Snow is expected to be light and fluffy resulting in blowing and drifting.

🚗Travel conditions are expected to begin deteriorating late Saturday night and continue to be hazardous through Monday.

👀Jay County EMA will continue to monitor this weather system and provide updates as needed.

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Indiana EMS Association! 🎄

As we celebrate the holiday season, we reflect on the compassion, professionalism, and resilience of EMS providers across Indiana. Whether responding to emergencies, caring for patients, or supporting one another, your commitment to service makes a difference every single day.

This Christmas, we extend our sincere thanks to those who will be working through the holiday—especially our brothers and sisters in EMS, fire, law enforcement, dispatch, nursing, and the military. Your sacrifice allows others to celebrate safely.

From our EMS family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas, safe shifts, and a joyful holiday season. 🚑❤️

12/23/2025

Thank you Seth and Lutheran Health Network for our holiday treats. Very much appreciated.