NVERS EMS Programs

02/02/2026

🚑The Rescue Squad Assistance Fund Spring Grant Cycle is Open!🚑

The application period for the Spring 2026 RSAF competitive matching grant cycle opened on Sunday, February 1, 2026, and will close on Monday, March 16, 2026, at 5 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST).

OEMS will accept applications from nonprofit licensed EMS agencies and other Virginia EMS organizations pursuant to §32.1-111.12 through the EMS Grant Information Funding Tool (E-GIFT).

You can access the Spring 2026 RSAF Pre-Award Technical Assistance Webinar slides and recordings under the Webinars heading here: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/emergency-medical-services/administration-finance/rsaf-grants-program/

Application Deadline: March 16, 2026, at 5 p.m. EST

For more information, read the details in the OEMS announcement here:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/23/grants_rsaf_Spring2026_announcement.pdf

02/01/2026

February is American Heart Month!

In a cardiac emergency, the first responder is you. Saving a life takes knowledge and courage, not medical training.

If a teen or adult collapses, start Hands-Only CPR. It has just two steps: Call 911, then push hard and fast in the center of the chest until help arrives.

Find a CPR class: https://heart.org/nation

Together, we can increase bystander action, strengthen community readiness, and help save more lives.

01/28/2026

Did you know that the National EMS Education Standards are just a click away? If you're looking for comprehensive information, head over to ems.gov. It’s like a treasure trove for all things EMS! Whether you're a student or an educator, you'll find what you need to elevate your knowledge. Happy exploring!

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01/28/2026

We pride ourselves on being well-trained and fully equipped to handle any emergency, and we're looking for individuals that are ready to rise to that challenge. Applications for Firefighter Recruit are open until February 8th. Don't miss this opportunity to become part of our team.

Apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/spotsy/jobs/4912508/firefighter-recruit

Visit our recruitment page for information regarding the hiring process and recruit academy: https://www.spotsylvania.va.us/519/Recruitment

01/28/2026

** EARLY PRICING ENDS JAN 31st **
The Tidewater Healthcare Expo features distinguished national speakers, the opportunity to network while acquiring CE credits and an Exhibitor Hall showcasing the latest technology. Register now and save! https://www.tidewaterems.org/expo/register
Learn more: https://www.tidewaterems.org/expo

01/28/2026

Save the Date – The Rescue Squads Assistance Fund (RSAF) Spring Grant Cycle will be open soon, Feb. 1 – Mar. 16, 2026! Learn more at: https://ow.ly/MvLe50Y4etO.

01/28/2026

NVERS is proud to welcome Prince William County Fire & Rescue System into our EMS Whole Blood Program.

This program expands prehospital treatment options for patients with life-threatening bleeding and reflects the power of strong regional partnerships.

Congratulations to PWCFRS and thank you to Inova Blood Donor Services for helping make this possible.

Fire & Rescue Implements New Critical Prehospital Program

On January 21st, the Prince William County Fire & Rescue System (PWCFRS) launched its Prehospital Whole Blood Program. This life-saving initiative, developed in partnership with the Northern Virginia Emergency Response System and Inova Blood Donor Services, enables Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel to expand treatment options for patients experiencing life-threatening injuries or illnesses caused by hemorrhage (severe bleeding).

Whole blood will be carried and administered by trained EMS supervisors. EMS supervisors are strategically located throughout the county, covering the east, west, and central regions, and respond to emergency incidents 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

01/23/2026

❄🥶🌨This is NOT fear mongering or hype folks... This is science and facts so please take this information seriously and prepare accordingly🌨🥶❄

The winter storm arriving this weekend in many parts of the Commonwealth will be a level 4 out of 5 winter storm -- per NWS ratings. (see map)

Although snow totals will not rival the all-time greats for most localities, the perilous combination of snow, ice and bitter cold before, during and after the storm means it is likely to have serious and prolonged effects. The prospect of power outages in areas that receive heavy freezing rain (especially south and central Virginia) amid this cold weather could turn into a dangerous, life-threatening situation.

All of the snow and ice will accumulate as it falls and, with freezing temperatures lingering, it may not melt for a week or more. The resulting conglomeration of frozen precipitation will be difficult to remove, meaning it will take much longer than normal for the region to recover.

NOW is the time to start preparing for this event.

Please visit www.vaemergency.gov/threats/winter-weather for winter weather preparation tips.

01/22/2026

01/20/2026

Is Fredericksburg too far for you? Would you like something more towards the West for REMS folks or Central in our united Region 5? We've got you covered!! Coming up soon!

01/20/2026

On October 22, 2025, the American Heart Association published the 2025 Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. Are you up-to-date?

Learn more and share! https://cpr.heart.org/en/resuscitation-science/cpr-and-ecc-guidelines

01/16/2026

📢 Learn life-saving skills with a FREE Stop the Bleed course at Inova Fairfax Hospital – Physicians Conference Center! Bleeding is the leading cause of preventable death after injury – your training can make a difference before first responders arrive. 🚑

This in-person workshop is perfect for community members who may find themselves at the scene of an emergency. 🩸

👉 Register now: Inova.org/StopTheBleed