Whitley County EMS

10/13/2026

💙 Whitley County EMS Is Taking Steps Toward More Inclusive Emergency Care! 💙

At Whitley County EMS, we are always looking for ways to improve the care we provide to every member of our community. That means recognizing that every patient is different and making sure our crews have the tools, training, and resources they need to provide the best possible care.

We are excited to share that we are partnering with the Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN) and Carter Kits to help create a safer, more supportive, and more effective emergency care environment for our patients. As part of this effort, we are incorporating Carter Kits and specialized resources to better support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other sensory or communication needs during emergencies.

🚑 Through this partnership, our team is working toward:
🧩 Creating a more comfortable and supportive ambulance environment.
❤️ Improving our understanding of how to care for patients with ASD in emergency situations.
💙 Providing our EMS providers with specialized training and resources.
💛 Ensuring every patient receives compassionate, individualized care when they need it most.

Emergencies can be overwhelming, especially for individuals who may experience sensory sensitivities, communication challenges, or difficulty with unfamiliar environments. Having the right tools and knowledge can make a meaningful difference in how we care for these patients.

At Whitley County EMS, our mission goes beyond responding to emergencies. It’s about meeting our patients where they are, understanding their unique needs, and providing care with compassion, dignity, and respect.

Different needs. Individualized care. One commitment to our community.

10/06/2026

⚠️⚠️⚠️ATTENTION Kentucky EMT's!⚠️⚠️⚠️

Whitley County EMS is hosting an AEMT course.

Have you been looking for the opportunity to further your education and career?
Not wanting to make a long drive to obtain your Advanced?
Looking for an affordable course?
Needing a payment plan?

Look no further! Whitley EMS is having a mandatory meet & greet Monday, November 30th.

🚨Attendance to the meet & greet is mandatory for enrollment 🚨

$500 due at meet & greet, $500 due before midterm.

We only have 10 seats available, and seats fill fast. Don't let this opportunity haunt you!

Class starts Monday, January 4th, 2027! See you there!

👀Your instructor will be Walter "Waldo" Pennington III 👀

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

We are excited to introduce Tabitha Esworthy as the new Director of Whitley County EMS.

Tabitha has served her community through Whitley County EMS since 2012, working her way through leadership roles from Lieutenant to Major, and now Director. She is also an instructor for EMT/AEMT programs and CPR/First Aid courses. In addition to EMS, Tabitha has been involved in the fire service as a firefighter with Goldbug Volunteer Fire Department since its opening in 2011. She has served on the Williamsburg Little League Board for two years and has been the Secretary for the Goldbug Fire Board of Directors since 2012.

Her passion for service extends beyond the job—she is a wife to Kevin, a busy mom of five, a little league softball coach, and a constant presence on the sidelines of her kids’ sporting events and activities. In her rare downtime, she enjoys crocheting and reading.

We’re proud to have her leading the way and can’t wait to see what’s ahead for Whitley County EMS.

10/01/2026

Hey, Ambulance Inc. Of Laurel County!

We accepted the Star of Life Challenge, with a twist. It is October, after all. You guys went with a spider 🕷️, we went with a ghost 👻. All in good fun!

Your turn, Knox County Ambulance Service!

09/29/2026

Whitley County EMS would like to extend our condolences to our brothers and sisters at Kentucky State Police, Glasgow Police Department, and Russell County EMS. We are heartbroken by the news of the Line of Duty Death of Trooper Hayden Phillips.

Hayden's career was dedicated to serving others, and throughout his career he proudly wore the uniforms of Russell County EMS, Glasgow Police Department, and Kentucky State Police.

Those who had the privilege of working alongside Hayden will remember his dedication to his community, his commitment to helping others, and the impact he made through his service.

Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, fellow EMS providers, officers, troopers, and everyone who had the honor of knowing and working beside him. Please keep them all in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

Rest easy, Trooper Phillips. Your service, sacrifice, and memory will never be forgotten.

09/27/2026

🚑 WHAT IS A SPECIAL RESPONSE VEHICLE? 🚑

You may have seen one of our Whitley County EMS Special Response Vehicles (SRVs) out in the community and wondered, “What exactly is that?”

Our SRVs are an important part of our emergency response system. They are staffed by Advanced Life Support (ALS) providers and are designed to get highly trained providers to patients quickly when additional resources are needed.

An SRV may respond for a variety of reasons, some including:

🚨 An ambulance crew needs an extra set of hands
🚨 A patient may require a higher level of care
🚨 Additional ALS skills or equipment are needed on scene
🚨 Getting an ALS provider to the patient quickly can make a difference

⏱️ One of the biggest advantages of an SRV is speed. Because these vehicles are designed for response rather than patient transport, an ALS provider can sometimes reach the patient sooner while an ambulance is also responding.

🚨💭 Important to know: Our Special Response Vehicles are NOT equipped to transport patients. If a patient needs transportation to the hospital, an ambulance will still be responsible for transporting them.

🛠️ Think of our SRVs as another tool in our toolbox — helping us bring the right resources, the right level of care, and additional support to our crews and patients when they need it most.

We’re proud to continue finding ways to improve response and provide the best possible care to the people of Whitley County. ❤️💙🤍

Have you seen one of our SRVs in action? Let us know in the comments! 👇

08/18/2026

A HUUGGGGEEE CONGRATULATIONS to one of our very own, Skyler Jones !!! He has passed his NREMT yesterday and is now.... PARAMEDIC SKYLER!!!

We have watched him go from being a "baby" EMT to a strong Advanced EMT and now get to see him become an amazing Paramedic!

08/16/2026

Today, our crews got to participate in a mock active shooter drill at Williamsburg Independent School with the mindset of being better prepared for our kiddos in the event of a catastrophic event. Huge thanks to Williamsburg Police Department for allowing us to participate. Great teamwork on all accounts! Stay prepared for a safer tomorrow 🚑❤️.

08/13/2026

Happy Birthday to Assistant Director Brandon Woods!!! 🍧🍰🎂🍦