Serving Cynthiana and Surrounding Communities with Excellence in Emergency Care

Harrison County Emergency Medical Services (HCEMS), operated by Harrison Memorial Hospital, proudly serves over 18,000 residents in Cynthiana and neighboring areas. In close partnership with the Cynthiana Fire Department and Harrison County Fire Department, HCEMS delivers 24/7 emergency medical response, ensuring quick, skilled, and compassionate care during both medical and trauma-related emergencies.

Our Team, Our Mission

Our dedicated EMS professionals include EMT-Basics, EMT-Advanced, Paramedics, and Critical Care Paramedics, committed to delivering exceptional prehospital care. Currently, we operate two Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances around the clock, with the capability to staff up to six units when needed.

Our 33-member team works on a structured 12-hour Pitman schedule, responding to approximately 3,600 emergency calls annually.

Mission Statement

To provide prehospital emergency medical care and ambulance transportation to the citizens and visitors of Harrison County—delivered by competent and caring professionals who demonstrate excellence in patient care, customer service, and community education.

Comprehensive EMS Services

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) emergency response ambulances
• Interfacility BLS/ALS transports from Harrison Memorial Hospital
• Critical Care Transport with specialized Critical Care Paramedics
• Care-A-Van Transport Services for:
  • Ambulatory non-emergent transport
  • Wheelchair-accessible transport (Coming Soon)
• Quality & Performance Improvement Programs focused on treatment and outcomes for:
  • Stroke, STEMI, Trauma, Cardiac Arrest
• Field-to-Hospital Cardiac Monitoring with EKG transmission to enable rapid Cath Lab activation
• Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Response planning and equipment
• Community Education & Outreach:
  • Citizens EMS Academy
  • School career days and event medical standbys
• EMS Committees focused on:
  • Employee Engagement
  • Recruitment and Retention
  • Education
  • Community Relations
• Training & Educational Institute (coming soon) offering:
  • EMR, EMT-B, EMT-A initial training programs
  • ACLS, PALS, CPR, First Aid
  • Continuing Education
• Community Paramedicine Program (coming soon) for in-home post-surgical and chronic care including:
  • Labs, EKGs, medication checks, wound care, and more

Equipment & Technology

Our equipment supports optimal patient care and includes:

• Six Chevrolet 4500 ambulances with PL Custom modules
• EMS Command Unit
• Stryker Power Load Systems, power stretchers, and power stair chairs
• Zoll cardiac monitors, ventilators, and Auto Pulses
• CPAP/BiPAP
• Sapphire IV Pumps
• Stat Pack Response Bags
• CPR +2 BVMs with ventilation control
• Training mannequins, IV arms, and additional educational equipment

Coming Soon:

• Binder Lift Devices
• Video Laryngoscopes
• Oxygen Cylinder Lift
• ESO Patient Care Report Software
• Hand Tevy

Regulatory Excellence

Harrison County EMS is annually inspected by the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services (KBEMS) and has consistently achieved zero deficiencies, receiving a perfect compliance rating in all categories. This includes:

• Provider licensing and certifications
• Ambulance and equipment readiness
• Administrative procedures and protocol adherence

A Trusted Community Resource

HCEMS is more than a response service—we are a dedicated part of the Harrison County community. From emergency care to education and prevention, our mission is rooted in improving the lives of those we serve.

Location and Contact

101 Rodgers Park Drive
Cynthiana, KY 41031
Phone: 859-234-1515

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