Pitt County EMS Enhances Patient Care with New Mobile Technology
Sapphire IV Infusion Pumps installed on County EMS fleet
Pitt County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has enhanced patient care capabilities by equipping County ambulances and Quick Response Vehicles (QRVs) with Sapphire IV infusion pumps, providing safer, more precise medication and fluid delivery during emergency responses and patient transport.
The Sapphire IV infusion pumps allow emergency responders to administer medications and IV fluids with greater accuracy and consistency, helping reduce the risk of dosing errors while improving patient outcomes. The compact, advanced technology is designed specifically for mobile and pre-hospital environments.
“Administering medication to pediatric patients is more complex than with adult patients,” says Jim McArthur, Emergency Management Deputy Director/EMS Coordinator. “These pumps are a significant advancement and give our paramedics advanced tools to deliver critical medications more precisely to patients of all ages, especially during high-acuity calls where accuracy and efficiency are essential.”
The new infusion pumps will support a wide range of treatments, including cardiac medications, pain management, and critical care interventions. By standardizing this equipment across the ambulance and QRV fleet, Pitt County EMS ensures consistent care regardless of which unit responds.
“Our paramedics have completed training on the Sapphire IV infusion pumps, online modules, classroom instruction, and simulation scenarios, and are fully prepared to bring them into patient care,” said Jonathan Croom, Pitt County EMS Training Chief. “Fleet-wide rollout begins in February, ensuring safe, effective use from day one.”
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For more information, contact Pitt County Emergency Management at 252-902-3950.
The Mission of Pitt County Government is to enhance the health, safety, and well-being of our community by advocating for and providing quality services in a friendly and cost-effective manner. Learn more: www.PittCountyNC.gov
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