Beachwood Emergency Medical Services

04/30/2026

Beachwood EMS members are here now at the Teen Job & Volunteer Resource Fair at the Ocean County Library in Toms River! 🚑

Stop by to meet our team, learn about EMS, and find out how you can get involved. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, gaining real-world experience, or making a difference in your community, we’d love to talk with you!

04/01/2026

On behalf of the members of Beachwood EMS, congratulations to Officer Gina Bruno on your well-deserved retirement from the Beachwood Police Department! Thank you for your years of dedication, service, and support to our community and to EMS—you’ve made a lasting impact. Wishing you all the best in this next chapter!

Today, we had the honor of celebrating the retirement of Ptl. Gina Bruno.

The Beachwood Police Department is losing one of our finest officers. While we will certainly miss the laughter and camaraderie she brought to this agency, what will be felt most is the lasting impact she had on the countless lives she touched throughout her career.

Ptl. Bruno has always led with heart. She was never afraid to step forward and help those in need, consistently putting others before herself. Through her work with our union, she played a critical role in ensuring that families in our community were supported during the holiday season, going above and beyond year after year to make each toy drive a success.

Her commitment to mentorship was equally remarkable. Whether through the Junior Police Academy, Police Explorers, Police Cadets, or simply taking the time to speak with young members of our community during calls, she made a lasting impression on the next generation. As a Field Training Officer and the department’s Domestic Violence Liaison, she guided both officers and families through difficult moments with compassion, professionalism, and understanding.

Ptl. Bruno leaves behind a legacy of service, dedication, and genuine care for others that will not be forgotten.

Gina, you will be deeply missed by all of us at the Beachwood Police Department. We thank you for your service and wish you continued success and happiness in this next chapter of your life.

03/30/2026

Yesterday, Beachwood EMS was proud to attend and support the Borough’s Easter Egg Hunt, helping ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Events like these reflect the strength and unity of our community, and we are grateful for the opportunity to connect with residents outside of emergency response!

03/30/2026

03/25/2026

Proud moment for Beachwood EMS! 🚑👏

We were honored to attend the swearing-in ceremony of our very own member, Peter Muscarella, as he officially took the oath to serve as a Patrolman with the Island Heights Police Department.

Peter’s dedication to serving others has always been evident, and we know he will carry that same commitment, integrity, and compassion into this next chapter of his career.

Congratulations, Patrolman Muscarella — your Beachwood EMS family is proud of you and always has your back!

03/09/2026

Beachwood EMS proudly held our 84th Annual Installation Dinner on Saturday evening, celebrating the dedication and accomplishments of our members and community partners.

We were honored to recognize several individuals for their outstanding service:

🏅 Rookie of the Year: EMT Jennifer Huyser
🏅 Chief’s Award: Beachwood Fire Department Chief Roger Hull
🏅 EMT of the Year: Kimberly McKay

🚑 Lifesaving Award: EMT Christopher Baier and EMT Matthew Rice
Christopher and Matthew were recognized for their lifesaving actions during the overnight hours in May 2025, when their quick response and CPR efforts helped save a life. We would also like to extend a special thank you to the Beachwood Police Department officers who were first on scene and played a critical role in the lifesaving efforts, as well as RWJ Paramedics who responded to assist on this call. This was truly a team effort that made a difference.

We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to South Toms River EMS for providing coverage to our area during the afternoon hours Saturday while our members attended the event.

Congratulations again to all of our award recipients, and thank you to everyone who continues to support Beachwood EMS and the mission of volunteer emergency medical services.

03/03/2026

Beachwood EMS is proud to share that three of our members have started Ocean County Basic EMT Class #002!

Wishing them success as they begin this next step in their EMS journey!

02/27/2026

Thank you to the Beachwood Police Department for the recognition and for your continued partnership during the recent storm.

Beachwood EMS is proud to work alongside our officers and all of our public safety partners to keep our community safe.

02/26/2026

WINTER STORM RECAP — BEACHWOOD EMS

Over the course of the recent winter storm, our Agency was dispatched to 14 calls for service. In the days following the storm (Tuesday & Wednesday), we were dispatched to an additional 16 calls for service — bringing our total to 30 calls in just a few short days.

These calls ranged from emergencies within our primary coverage area to assisting our mutual aid partners in surrounding communities. We’re proud to serve whenever and wherever we’re needed.

A special thank you goes out to our mutual aid partners who stepped in to assist when needed during this especially busy period. As a fully volunteer agency, we work closely with surrounding departments, and during high call volumes we sometimes rely on that strong mutual aid system to help ensure continued coverage for everyone in our area.

🚑 Interested in joining our team?
Beachwood EMS is always looking for new members! Whether you’re a certified EMT or have no prior experience, we provide opportunities to learn and serve.

Apply today: beachwoodems.org/membership

02/23/2026

Beachwood EMS members are providing coverage throughout the snowstorm and staying busy responding to calls — committed to keeping our community safe, no matter the weather. ❄️🚑

02/23/2026

** UPDATE **

🚨This Travel Restriction has been extended until 12 PM today. 🚨

A Travel Restriction is in effect to protect public safety and support emergency response operations.

This measure is intended to safeguard lives and allow emergency and utility crews to clear roadways and restore essential services as quickly as possible.

Please comply with the restriction and avoid unnecessary travel.

For official updates and preparedness information, visit www.ready.nj.gov.

02/22/2026