In the News
August 2010
Atlantic Ambulance annouces Golf Outing to be held October 6, 2010 at Black Bear Golf Club, Franklin, NJ.
Proceeds from this event will benefit the Atlantic Ambulance employee training fund. Atlantic Ambulance takes pride in having not only the best employees, but the best trained employees, as well. The funds collected will ensure that we will be able to continue to provide the highest quality training that exceeds the needs of our nurses, EMTs and paramedics. This will enhance their skills to ensure our community will have highly trained emergency medical professionals to care for our loved ones when they are needed.
Many of our employees have provided countless hours of serving the needs or their neighbors by dedicating their time as a volunteer on their local EMS squad or Fire department. We want to thank all volunteers and reward them with a reduced fee for playing in our golf outing. In addition, we are asking for sponsors that are willing to honor volunteers by providing the opportunity for them to play for free through our Volunteer Sponsor option.
For information, or to register to play or become a sponsor, please call (973) 660-3156 or click here.
November 2009
Atlantic Ambulance is recognized for multiple achievements in EMS at the 2009 NJOEMS Conference
Pictured from right to left are Michael Pizzano, Atlantic Ambulance's BLS Manager who was nominated for EMS Administrator of the Year; Greg Doltz, EMT & Daniel Arthur, EMT who placed second in the state competition for EMS skills in the METI Games; Dr. Sol Nevins, Medical Director of Atlantic Ambulance, who was recognized for his upcoming retirement and contributions to EMS in NJ; and Brian Taege, EMT & Kurt Gibson, EMT who placed third in the state competition for EMS skills in the METI Games.
The METI Games pair 10 advanced life support teams against 10 basic life support teams in a head-to-head competetion, showing off their real-time, real-situation skills on state of the art patient suimulators.
Atlantic Ambulance is proud of our staff's performance in these games, further attesting to the high standards of patient care we deliver to all of our customers.
June 2009
Atlantic Ambulance Sponsors EVERY 15 MINUTES Program at West Essex High School in North Caldwell
Life's lessons are best learned through experience. Unfortunately, when the target audience is teens, and the topic is drinking and driving, experience is not the teacher of choice. The Every 15 Minutes program offers an experience without the real life risk and tragedy.
On Monday, June 8, 2009 students at West Essex High School in North Caldwell, NJ experienced the simulated effects of drinking and driving through a highly interactive, day-long program presented by Atlantic Ambulance Corporation.
Every 15 minutes, students were pulled out of class, bringing to life the staggering statistic that every 15 minutes, someone dies as a result of an alcohol related collision. The students return to class and represent the “living dead” – with white faces, unable to interact with their classmates for the remainder of the day.
A graphic, mock collision took place outside the school at lunchtime where students participated in various roles. As the students gathered outside upon hearing the news, a “drunk driver” was arrested, a fellow student “died” at the scene and several other passengers in the car were whisked away by ground and air ambulance to a nearby hospital. Parents were brought to the hospital by police cars, where they awaited news of the “fate” of their children.
The next morning, a mock funeral service was held at the school, and students watched a video recap of the prior day’s events. An emotional lesson learned about potential real life consequences, the program has been shown to change behaviors and beliefs; challenging students to make mature decisions about drinking and driving.
Click here to view the video from West Essex High School.
Click here for more information about the Every 15 Minutes program.
March 2009
Atlantic Ambulance Manager Mike Pizzano Selected as Corporate Manager of the Year
The Employee’s Choice Manager Leadership Award was bestowed to Mike Pizzano during a luncheon to salute the 53 nominees and announce the winners. Introduced by Human Resources in 2007, the award lauds managers and nurse managers nominated by their staff or colleagues for their efforts to sustain and improve employee engagement and promote such values as growth and development, respect, communication, integrity, trust and pride.
Mike was praised by nominators for being a strong leader and bringing out the best in his staff. Pizzano’s co-workers say they are proud to work with him and that he is fair, sincere and a good listener. Congratulations on this honor!
January 2009
In Memory of Kris Hulseberg
Atlantic Ambulance is mourning the loss of esteemed colleague Kris Hulseberg, who passed away unexpectedly on January 13, 2009 at the start of his shift in Randolph, NJ.
Kris was born on April 22, 1976, at the Middlesex General Hospital in New Brunswick and lived in South River until he was 17. From ages 14 to 17, Kris volunteered for South River Rescue Squad, where he became an EMT at the young age of 16.
He then moved to Dingmans Ferry, PA and became a member of the Dingmans Township Volunteer Fire Department, becoming a certified firefighter by the time he was 18 years old. After graduating Delaware Valley High School with honors, Kris worked for Med-Alert ambulance company for approximately two years then for Rural Metro Ambulance, where he also worked for two years.
In 2001, Kris began his career with Atlantic Ambulance, starting out as a transport EMT and working his way up to his most recent position of Supervisor. He was beginning his scheduled shift at Randolph EMS - coming in early as he often did - when his partner found him unresponsive.
Kris leaves behind three biological children, Aimee Rose Hulseberg, age 8; John Vincent Hulseberg, age 4; and Zachary George Hulseberg, predeceased in December of 2008. He also had three step-children, Branden D'agostino, age 13; Ashlyn Ammirati, age 4; and
Kaitlyn Ammirati, age 10 mos.
Kris will be missed but never forgotten. His years of service have touched many in the EMS world and his dedication to his job and family shall be remembered forever.
Atlantic Ambulance is selling wristbands for a $5 donation, which will directly benefit Kris' children. For information on purchasing your wristband, please contact Gail at (973) 422-7974.
November 2008
CenCom Employs New Mobile Data Technology
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October 2007
Atlantic Ambulance Golf Outing Raises Funds Towards Isolette
Close to 75 golfers enjoyed a laid back day at Black Bear Golf Club in Hamburg, NJ to raise money towards the purchase of an isolette for Atlantic Air One. An isolette is a very critical piece of equipment necessary to care for our tiniest patients who need an environment in which their individual requirements can be given every attention.
Isolettes provide safe, warm environments and protect babies from drafts, noise, infection and excessive handling. A lightweight, specially made isolette is needed by our highly trained medical professionals for transporting these patients while in Atlantic Air One. Nearly $10,000 was raised towards this piece of equipment which has a total cost of $75,000.
We wish to thank all participants and sponsors who helped us come closer to our goal. Through their generosity, the smallest members of our community have the chance to get the care they require to survive air transport, reaching a facility where they can grow and thrive.
Golf Outing Sponsors
Complete Business Connections
First Priority Emergency Vehicles
Melillo Consulting
The Vickery Companies
