SE MN Emergency Medical Services

04/01/2026

Beneath the Badge - Dave & Christi D**e working with local community members to bring strength and peace of mind to the first responder community.

Check out a unique opportunity below!

• Who: Local first responders only.
• What: Tang Soo Do classes
• Where: Academy of Martial Arts in Stewartville, MN.
• Cost: The training is free until the testing required to advance rank. Participants can then decide if they wish to continue, which would require becoming a paid member.

04/01/2026

April 1, 2026- Rochester, MN

In preparation for the Sunday matchup against the Minnesota Wild, the Detroit Red Wings have called up 8th string Goalie, our Region's very own Jeff Schultz (Jeff Lee,) for their matchup on Sunday April 5, 2026, in St. Paul.

When asked about the opportunity and about his short-term goals with the organization his only utterance was, "no goals" as he stared into the abyss.

We wish him well this weekend and have a feeling he'll be back in the classroom on Monday morning.

03/26/2026

📢📢EMR COURSE ALERT!📢📢

Riverland Fire/EMS Training in partnership with Blooming Prairie Ambulance hosting an Emergency Medical Responder course from April 21 to June 23, 2026; Thursday evenings 6p-10p

Registration due by April 13!

See more below!

03/26/2026

SUMMER EVENT EMS OPPORTUNITIES!

03/25/2026

March 25-27, 2026- Rochester, MN

And they're off! Members of the SE MN CISM Team and Salt & Light Partners begin their three-day Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) course with 461 Response Network.

CISM is essential for first responders because it provides structured support in the aftermath of high-stress and often traumatic events. Firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, ER personnel, and dispatchers are routinely exposed to situations that can have lasting psychological and emotional impacts if left unaddressed.

CISM offers tools such as peer support, defusing, and debriefing to help individuals process these experiences in a healthy way, reducing the risk of burnout, compassion fatigue, depression, and post-traumatic stress.

If you are interested in volunteering with the SE MN CISM Team, more information can be found here: https://www.seems.com/critical-incident-stress-management-cism.html

03/25/2026

📢📢📢COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT📢📢📢

Department of Transportation (DOT) EMS Instructor Course

💻100% Online, 8 Weeks, 7p-8:30p Every Thursday, Virtual Classroom

📅Class runs from April 16 to June 4, 2026

👉To Register, scan the QR Code, in the flyer, or visit: https://www.seems.com/dot-ems-instructor.html

⛔️Registrations close April 11, 2026

03/23/2026

📣👶PEDIATRIC AIRWAY MANAGEMENT:
THE MINDSET OF MANAGING THE DIFFICULT AIRWAY

This FREE, valuable opportunity with hands-on training focuses on managing the challenging pediatric airway!

FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED!

📅Tuesday, June 09, 2026
⏰10:00A- 12:30P (Didactic and Skills)
📍Mankato, MN (Venue TBD)
👉 Register via QR Code or here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F45A8AC2CA3F5C61-62948654-pediatric #/

Hosted by the Southern Minnesota Regional Trauma Advisory Committee

03/21/2026

Stewartville Fire and Rescue area scholarship opportunity!

Applications are now being taken for the Stewartville Firefighter's Relief Association Scholarship. This scholarship is $1000 for future education. All entries must be postmarked by April 25, 2026. Eligibility requirements are:
1. Resident of the Stewartville Fire District
2. Graduate of Stewartville High School within the past 2 years
3. Attending a college or trade school
4. Have not previously received this scholarship award
5. Application must be filled out in full.

The application link can be found here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11ky8YncM3HGRsJDDFp8Y9R3wROuKUFiH/view

03/21/2026

Instructor Rocky B. conducted Medical Direction Consortium training this month with Pine Island Fire Department.

First responders are often the first link in the chain of survival, and their ability to act decisively, follow established protocols, and work seamlessly under pressure directly impacts patient outcomes and neurological recovery. Consistent training and familiarity with these procedures ensure that care is delivered quickly, confidently, and effectively, ultimately strengthening community trust and significantly improving survival rates.

“Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect.”
-Vince Lombardi

03/20/2026

We want to wish our Cindy Gathje, a HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!