AirCare accredited by CAMTS for quality and safety

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Contact: Anissa Paitz, External Communications Manager
CHI Health Good Samaritan | CHI Health St. Francis
Office Phone: (308) 865-7983 |Mobile: (308) 627-7606
anissa.paitz@commonspirit.org

AirCare accredited by CAMTS for quality and safety
 
KEARNEY, NE–CHI Health Good Samaritan AirCare was once again awarded a three-year accreditation from The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS). CAMTS accreditation is validation from the industry’s leading authority that Good Samaritan AirCare provides high quality patient care while maintaining rigorous safety standards.
 
The Good Samaritan AirCare program is one of only four CAMTS-accredited rotorwing services in the state.
 
“We are dedicated to providing safe, fast, and comprehensive care for neonates through adulthood in this region. This honor is a reflection of our more than 40-year commitment and all those who we’ve had the opportunity and honor to serve throughout the state when called,” said Kevin Vickers, RN, BSN, AirCare manager.
 
More about CHI Health Good Samaritan AirCare
https://www.chihealth.com/services/emergency-medicine/good-samaritan-emergency-department/aircare-ambulance-service
CHI Health Good Samaritan AirCare is the longest operating original air medical service in Nebraska and one of the safest, fastest and most advanced in the state. AirCare’s equipment and staff are prepared to transport two patients without notice. Especially helpful for an accident involving multiple patients. Being based at Good Samaritan, a Level II Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center, also allows staff immediate access to lifesaving products like blood and critical care medications that can be carried on-board. AirCare will transport patients to and from any medical facility requested.
 
More about CAMTS (www.camts.org)
CAMTS is a peer review organization dedicated to improving patient care and safety by providing a dynamic accreditation process through the development of standards, education and services that support its vision. There are only 167 accredited services in the U.S. and Canada.

AirCare accredited by CAMTS for quality and safety