Acadian Air Med

We are pleased to announce that Madisyn has joined the Air Med team as a PRN Flight Registered Nurse in the Hammond area and is primarily working at AM6. Madisyn currently works at North Oaks Medical Center but takes every opportunity to cover shifts at AM6. She has been a leader in her field, not only as a skilled clinician, but by bringing further education to her field. Please join us in welcoming Madisyn to the family. Congratulations, ma'am!

We had the pleasure of attending an event with ULM Medical School with the emergency medicine student group where Flight RN Alexander A. gave a presentation on MCI and resource allocation. Field Supervisor Tim H. and EMT Haley J. gave the ambulance presentation and Flight RN Alexander A. gave the presentation of the aircraft.

Shoutout to the incredible folks from the Chitimacha Tribe of Louisiana who joined the Acadian Air Med team for a Night Landing Zone Class in Charenton last night! Learning how to safely guide our crews in for a night landing is a vital skill that saves precious time during emergencies. We loved sharing our knowledge and seeing the community dedication to being prepared 24/7!

Not all heroes wear capes… some wear flight suits! Our Air Med 8 crew recently came together for their quarterly simulations. Flight Nurse Ashleigh, Flight Nurse Jami, and Flight Paramedic Trey took a moment to showcase their custom Air Med 8 shirts—superhero style, of course! Quarterly simulations help us stay sharp, ensure teamwork, and continue delivering the highest level of care when every second counts. We are proud of this incredible crew and their dedication to excellence in the air and on the ground!

On Saturday, October 25, Air Med 4 hosted The Lights & Sirens Spooktacular, a “touch the truck” event. It was a huge success! Kids, families, and even the employees had tons of fun! There were plenty of candy and photo ops for all. From Air Med 4: We were excited for this to not only be a community event but also an educational opportunity for all ages. We all loved getting to interact with members of our community and show the importance of our air and ground ambulance operations. We want to personally thank Woodworth Police Department, Woodworth Fire Department, Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office and SWAT, and Mayor Butler for their willingness help make this event a success! We also want to thank the Air Med management team, Acadian Ambulance ground crews, and Acadian Ambulance supervisors for making sure we had everything we needed and more! We appreciate the ability to reach into our communities and truly make a difference. This event was a success in part to you guys and for allowing us to establish and maintain personal connections with those we serve. We’re proud to work alongside such a committed team and were glad we got to represent Acadian Air Med & Acadian Ambulance Service in such a positive and impactful way. This was such an awesome 1st Annual Lights & Sirens Spooktacular, and we already have plans underway to make next year’s bigger and better!

It was a productive day of training with the dedicated crew from the Vidalia Fire Department! We depend on the expertise of local first responders to ensure every mission is safe and efficient. During this class, we focused on crucial Landing Zone procedures, covering everything from classroom instruction on safety and communication to hands-on review with our aircraft. Thank you, Vidalia Fire Department, for dedicating your time to this essential training. Your professionalism and readiness are key to maximizing patient care and outcomes in our community. We appreciate the strong working partnership!

A huge shout-out to the dedicated firefighters and first responders across St. Martin Parish who spent an evening attending a recent, crucial Night Landing Zone Class! Safety during air medical transport is paramount, and establishing a safe, effective landing zone in the dark requires precision and coordination. We appreciate their commitment to continuous training to ensure they are prepared to handle high-stress, life-saving situations and provide the highest level of care to our community members. Thank you for your service and hard work.

Every year, we donate all proceeds from our Christmas shirt sales to local charities. We've donated to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in previous years. Based in Monroe, they assist children and families in need. From residential child and family care to assisting with foster and adoption, this organization extends a helping hand to many. Buying a shirt not only spreads Christmas cheer, but the profits go to local institutions for a good cause. Visit https://lnkd.in/gf6zEQib today to get your shirt and make a positive difference in your area.

Earlier this week, we held a ceremony in recognition of some of Erath Fire Department's firefighters for their critical role in saving a patient's life earlier this month. We arrived to the scene and intubated the patient, transported her to the hospital, and within four days, she went home to continue recovering. We'd like to thank Chad, Kayden, Nick, David, Jacob, and Clint for their outstanding work and dedication to saving lives. Your swift response and teamwork with Acadian contributed to saving this patient's life.

It's that time of the year! Our annual Christmas shirts are available for you to order! All proceeds go to local charities. Please visit https://lnkd.in/gf6zEQib to place your order.