SCOTTSBLUFF ― As a continued commitment to providing quality emergency medical needs for Garden County and the surrounding area, Regional West Garden County is pleased to announce plans for the acquisition of two new ambulances.
Within the partnership between Regional West Garden County and Regional West Medical Center, Regional West Garden County purchased both ambulances, while Regional West Medical Center holds and maintains the ambulance licenses and runs the EMS (Emergency Medical Service) system.
“Providing a strong, efficient Emergency Medical Service system is a complex endeavor,” said Randy Meininger, Regional West EMS manager. “It is a pleasure to work in a system that recognizes the importance of the strong partnership that exists between Regional West Garden County and Regional West Medical Center. Providing exceptional healthcare and service to our patients is our highest priority.”
The first ambulance to be put into service is a Chevy G4500 Type III, which is a traditional ‘box’ ambulance configuration. It will be used primarily in the 911 system. Meininger said that current plans are to have it operational by early summer.
The second ambulance is a Dodge Promaster Type II Crossover, a van-based ambulance that will primarily be used for inter facility transports. When needed, it can be used for 911 calls. Meininger said it should be in service this fall.
Both ambulances will meet the newest safety standards and feature new hydraulic cots to assist our ambulance crews with lifting.
“Having reliable, up-to-date ambulances in Garden County is critical to providing highly responsive and high quality service,” said Regional West Health Services President and CEO John Mentgen, FACHE. “The new ambulances will allow Regional West Garden County to continue providing reliable emergency services for many years to come.”
Regional West Garden County, Oshkosh, Neb., is a nonprofit health care organization consisting of a 10-bed Critical Access Hospital, a 40-bed nursing home, a rural health clinic, and a specialty clinic. An affiliate of Regional West Health Services in Scottsbluff, Neb., Regional West Garden County provides quality health care services to residents of Garden County, Neb., and surrounding communities.