CCMH Emergency Department

04/23/2026

Today was all about preparation—because in emergency care, preparation saves lives.

Emergency preparedness in the hospital includes everything from clear response plans and communication systems to staff training, safety protocols, and real-time coordination during critical events. It ensures that no matter the situation—fire, cardiac arrest, or unexpected crisis—our team is ready to respond quickly, safely, and effectively.

Today, we put that into action with two mock drills:

🔵 Code Blue – MRI
Focused on ensuring staff respond rapidly while safely entering a restricted MRI environment. This includes understanding magnet safety, removing unsafe equipment, and maintaining patient and staff safety in a high-risk area.

🔥 Code Red (Fire Drill)
Reinforced proper response to fire emergencies, including alarm activation, containment, communication, and patient safety measures.

These hands-on drills are essential in strengthening confidence, improving response times, and identifying opportunities for growth.

A big thank you to Jill for leading our emergency preparedness efforts and ensuring our teams stay ready for anything.

Because when the unexpected happens—we don’t hesitate, we act.

04/22/2026

We are CCMH Wednesday!

Please join us in welcoming Melissa, our newest Emergency Department Registrar here at Carroll County Memorial Hospital Emergency Department!

Melissa is one of the first friendly faces you’ll see when you walk through our doors—helping patients get registered quickly and making sure the care process starts smoothly. Her role is a vital part of keeping our department running efficiently, especially when every second counts.

We’re excited to have Melissa on our team and look forward to the compassion, organization, and positivity she brings to our patients and staff each day.

Welcome to the ER family, Melissa! 💙

04/20/2026

Just a Monday with our favorite Medical Director, Dr. Shields. 👨‍⚕️

The kindest face on your worst day.
Forms genuine connections with our team and those we care for.

A calm presence in the chaos, steady leadership when it matters most, and a true commitment to every patient who walks through our doors.

We’re grateful for the compassion, guidance, and heart Dr. Shields brings to CCMH Emergency Department every single day. 💙

04/18/2026

We’re excited to continue building a culture of excellence at CCMH Emergency Department—and that starts with how we connect with our patients and each other.

Through custom learning systems and targeted initiatives, CCMH is focusing on strengthening communication, compassion, and the overall patient experience from the moment you walk through our doors.

As part of this commitment, several staff members at CCMH recently completed training as Service Excellence Advisors—leaders who help guide, mentor, and elevate the way we deliver care every day.

👏 A special recognition to Jessica from our Emergency Department for stepping into this role. Her dedication to both patient care and team support helps set the standard for what service excellence looks like in a rural emergency setting.

These initiatives are more than training—they are a promise to our community that we are always working to improve, grow, and provide care that is not only clinically excellent, but also compassionate and personal.

💙 Because here, every interaction matters.

At the beginning of 2026, CCMH partnered with Custom Learning Systems to strengthen our service excellence and continue improving the patient experience.

This program focuses on things that matter most to our patients like communication, compassion, and consistency across every department.

Pictured below is our Service Excellence Advisors, who just completed their training this week. This group is challenged with teaching the workshop materials to all staff with the goal of becoming a 5 star hospital

We are so proud of this group and the work they are doing to make a difference for our patients and community right here at CCMH 💙

04/16/2026

The More You Know 💡Breathing Support in the ER 🫁

Not all oxygen is the same — and neither is the support patients need. We use different tools based on how severe breathing trouble is and what the patient needs most.

🔹 Venturi Mask – Delivers precise oxygen levels (great for COPD patients)
🔹 High-Flow Nasal Cannula – Warm, high-flow oxygen that reduces the work of breathing
🔹 BiPAP – Provides pressure support to help push air into the lungs and keep airways open
🔹 Ventilator – Full breathing support when patients can’t breathe on their own

04/15/2026

We are CCMH Wednesday!

Emily is a recent addition to our Emergency Department team, and we’re excited to have her bring such a vast amount of experience to serve our community. She is the second dual-licensed RN/Paramedic on our Emergency Department team 💙🏥

Her journey in healthcare began in 2007 as an EMT 🚑, followed by becoming a Paramedic through the University of Cincinnati in 2014 🎓. She earned her LPN in 2012 and advanced to her RN in 2021—continuing to grow every step of the way 📈. She also expanded her impact as a Community Paramedic in 2022.

Beyond the hospital, Emily is a Firefighter (FF I/II) 🔥, Fire Instructor, Indiana EMS Instructor since 2015, and a National EMS Instructor since 2017 - helping shape the next generation of providers while continuing to serve on the front lines 💪

Her clinical experience includes both the Emergency Department and CVICU ❤️‍🩹, giving her a strong, well-rounded skillset in high-acuity patient care

Outside of work, Emily enjoys time with her two little ones—Addyston 🧸 and Elijah👶—and her two dogs, Marshall 🐾 and Maggie Mae 🐶

We’re proud to welcome Emily to the team and look forward to the impact she’ll continue to make in our community! 💙✨

04/11/2026

🌼 Spring is here—with that comes increased trauma injuries.

With warmer weather, we see a rise in:
🚜 ATV & farm-related injuries
🚴 Bike accidents
🪜 Falls from ladders & outdoor work
🚗 Increased motor vehicle crashes

Longer days mean more activity—but also more risk.

At your local emergency department, we’re always ready to respond.
But we’d much rather see you safe at home than in a trauma bay.

✔️ Wear helmets
✔️ Use proper safety equipment
✔️ Slow down on the roads
✔️ Keep an eye on kids outdoors

A moment of prevention can prevent a lifetime of injury.

04/10/2026

⏱️🩺 ANSWER REVEALED!

👉 C. When you check in

The clock starts the moment you arrive.

⚡ Our goal: Door-to-EKG in under 10 minutes

Fast EKG = faster diagnosis and treatment for heart attacks. If you have chest pain, tell staff right away.

🚁 What happens next?
Once a heart attack is identified, we immediately activate air medical (or arrange emergency ground transport if needed). We also connect with a cardiologist at the receiving hospital to guide care and start any medications they recommend before transport.

Your care doesn’t wait—it starts here, before you even leave.

04/09/2026

⏱️🩺 DID YOU KNOW?

When it comes to heart attack care, every minute matters—but when does the clock actually start?

👇 Drop your answer below!
A. When you get to a room
B. When you see a nurse
C. When you check in

💬 Comment your answer and we’ll reveal it Friday!

04/08/2026

We are CCMH Wednesday!

Meet Heather, one of our dedicated ER nurses!

Heather has been part of our team for the past 2 years, bringing with her a nursing career that began in 1998—and as she says, she’s still learning every day.

She shares that she loves working in Carrollton and feels truly supported and appreciated by her team—something we’re proud to provide and even more proud to hear.

Heather looks forward to many more years of serving the Carrollton community, and we’re grateful to have her as part of our Emergency Department family.

💙 Thank you, Heather, for your continued dedication and compassionate care!

04/08/2026

🚑🏥 Join Our Team – ER Registrar 🏥🚑

Carroll County Memorial Hospital Emergency Department is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented ER Registrar to join our team!

As the first point of contact for our patients, you play a critical role in the emergency care process—helping ensure patients are registered quickly and accurately so care can begin without delay.

✨ What you’ll do:
✔️ Greet and register patients efficiently
✔️ Obtain accurate demographic and insurance information
✔️ Communicate clearly with patients and clinical staff
✔️ Support a fast-paced, team-driven environment

💡 Why it matters:
In the ER, the clock starts at check-in—your role directly impacts how quickly patients receive care.

🤝 If you’re organized, compassionate, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, we’d love to have you on our team!

📍 Apply today and be part of a team committed to serving our community with excellence.

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