Rushford Ambulance

09/24/2025

09/15/2025

Meet the crew:
David is one of our EMR/drivers and has been on the crew for 8 years. David says ‘I was so appreciative of all the people who came and helped us rebuild after the flood that I wanted to return the favor. But didn’t know how because I’m not a very good handyman! Then one day, the Rushford paper said that the Rushford Ambulance needs drivers and I thought I can do that!’ Outside of the department David works as a full-time mailman out of Saint Charles. He’s been with the USPS for 8 years, full time for 2 of those years. David says the best part about being in EMS is helping others. He also encourages anyone who has ever been thinking of joining the crew to call our director for more info. David has been married to Andrea, another fabulous crew member, for 22 years. They have three kids; Matthew, Monica, Malayna and 2 dogs. They also had two great foreign exchange students, Bob and Louenn.  We appreciate you, David!

09/05/2025

Meet the crew: Nate has been an EMR/ driver for us for almost 2 years. He joined to help cover driver needs, sharpen his EMR skills, and build relationships with the crew members and the community. For Nate, the best part of being in EMS is the privilege of helping people and working with others who want to do the same. Outside of EMS, Nate is a sergeant for the Rushford Police Department and he is a proud husband and father to a 1 year old. Fun fact about Nate is that he received combat life saver training during his former military career. Nate says, ‘I might arrive to help before the ambulance crew as a police officer, but don’t worry, Paul Corcoran will be here soon!’
Thanks for your service Nate- we appreciate you!

08/28/2025

Meet the Crew- unofficial Gammel Dag Queen, Karen! For 29 years she’s been apart of our crew thanks to some encouragement from co worker, Gary. She began as an EMR for Riverside and he said ‘why stop there- Rushford needs EMTs.’ Outside of EMS Karen has worked at Riverside Integrated Solutions as an Inventory/Shipping Manager for 37 years. She is also one of our favorite Fillmore Co. dispatchers. Karen’s favorite part of her EMS gig is helping people in need. 💙 Karen has 3 adult children, Matt, Brandy & Jessica, and 7 grandchildren- Bradley, Sophia, Anna, Emily, Benjamin, Noah and Joslyn. At home she loves to garden, read and spend time with her pets, Luca, CB, Lolly, Billy and Ginger. You’re so appreciated Karen!!

08/21/2025

Meet the Crew!
Andrea has been on the crew for 7 years thanks to her husband and ambulance driver, David. He encouraged her to get her EMT license and join the gang. Andrea says that she’s always been community minded and after being blessed by our community and others due to the the flood of ‘07, she knew joining the ambulance service would be a way for her to give back. Aside from working in EMS, she has been a Prosthodontic Dental Assistant at Mayo Clinic for the past 5 years. In total, she’s been a dental assistant for 22 years. Andrea enjoys being able to help, bring calm in the chaos on calls, and reassuring patients and their families. She also enjoys any community outreach events. Andrea and David have been married for 22 years and have 3 teenage children. Outside of EMS Andrea loves gardening, cooking, and quilting. We appreciate you, Andrea!

08/08/2025

Something new and a shout out to the team that makes up the Rushford Ambulance: Meet the Crew!
Starting it strong with 34 year veteran Paul. When he’s not in the truck, you can find him working as a mechanic at Anderson Auto or hanging out with his wife Lorrie. Paul has also served as a firefighter for 39 years AND the crew unofficially named him the King of Gammel Dag alongside Queen Karen. Everyone has a Paul story! Thanks for all your many years of service Paul!

07/16/2025

Great training with the staff at the Rushford Aquatic Center!

07/10/2025

***Update 7/11/2025 5:30 pm*****
911 services have been restored

Our 911 lines are down and will be getting routed through the Houston County Sheriff's Office. If possible please call us directly by dialing 507-765-3874 and press 1 to reach the dispatcher. Repairs are being made but this outage may continue until the afternoon of 7/11/2025.

06/03/2025

It was pretty touch and go but we’re happy to report that our w**d whacker patient and our hit and run patient have made it to see another day. Fun training night!

05/19/2025

Happy National EMS Week to our dedicated crew and all the other departments and services we are fortunate enough to work with! You are all appreciated!

05/10/2025

05/05/2025

Service is up and running but save this number if you’re ever unable to get through to 911.