Wilkes County EMS

Wilkes County EMS Wilkes County EMS provides 911 and non emergency medical care to the citizens of Wilkes County, NC. Wilkes EMS responds to over 12,500 calls per year.

Established in 1971, Wilkes County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is a county government owned and operated medical service located in the beautiful rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Covering more than 756 square miles with a population of approximately 70,000 people. Wilkes County EMS employees 63 full time employees partnered with 30 part time EMT and Paramedics. Wilkes County Emergency Medical Services mans four full-time Bases providing around the clock advanced life support care for the citizens of Wilkes County. We use day and night 12 hour ambulance staff, and (1) quick response supervisor vehicle per day and night shift. We strive to provide the highest and most advanced level of care to the citizens of Wilkes County.

Our thoughts are with Griffin’s family, friends, coworkers and the entire Nash County emergency services community durin...
08/09/2026

Our thoughts are with Griffin’s family, friends, coworkers and the entire Nash County emergency services community during this difficult time.

Attention Wilkes County Residents, we have an upcoming opportunity to donate the gift of life and potentially help one o...
07/13/2026

Attention Wilkes County Residents, we have an upcoming opportunity to donate the gift of life and potentially help one of your neighbors. Wilkes County EMS is teaming up with the American Red Cross and hosting a blood drive on July 29, 2026 from 11:00AM - 3:00PM. This will be held at the Wilkes County Emergency Services Center. This is located at
204 Call Street
Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Those who are donating will need to reserve a slot. You may do so by sending an email to:

[email protected]

You may also sign up online by going to:

www.redcrossblood.org
Use Sponsor Code WILKESEMS

The summer season brings a high demand for blood products for our region. We need as many donors as possible. Please don't miss this opportunity to donate the gift of life.

We look forward to seeing you here!

Wilkes EMS experienced a slight uptick in call volume in the month of May 2026. Of particular note, our service adminis...
06/10/2026

Wilkes EMS experienced a slight uptick in call volume in the month of May 2026. Of particular note, our service administered seven (7) units of pre-hospital blood to four (4) patients during this month. Also during May, our crews were recognized and honored for 2026 EMS Week. All these events made this a notable month for sure.

Attached to this post is a graphic outlining the EMS Call Statistics that our agency responded for the month of May.

As we pause today to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we are reminded that freedom is never fre...
05/25/2026

As we pause today to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we are reminded that freedom is never free. Words can’t describe the gratitude that we have for those who made this sacrifice. May God be with your families and those who served beside you. Wilkes County EMS thanks you. Let us never forget.

As we bring our EMS Week celebration to a close, Wilkes County EMS would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the ...
05/22/2026

As we bring our EMS Week celebration to a close, Wilkes County EMS would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the many local businesses and organizations whose generosity and support helped make this week a special one for every EMS professional that makes up our team.

The support shown by our community serves as a reminder that EMS is not simply about emergency response — it is about partnerships, relationships, and a community that stands behind those who dedicate themselves to serving others.

We would like to specifically recognize and thank:

• Chick-Fil-A
• 13 Bones Restaurant
• Scoops N More Ice Cream
• Scott Ashley with Ashley Farms
• Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Wilkes Medical Center Stroke Team
• Wilkes Central High School HOSA Organization
• Traphill Volunteer Fire Department
• Pruitt Health Hospice and Palliative Care
• The Ragg Company Screen Printers

Your generosity, encouragement, and support helped create meaningful moments of appreciation for our team throughout EMS Week. Acts of kindness such as these remind our EMS professionals that the work they do each day is valued and recognized by the community they proudly serve.

We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to anyone who may not be listed in this post who contributed products, services, time, or support toward our EMS Week celebration activities. Every contribution, regardless of size, helped make this week memorable for our team, and we are truly grateful.

From all of us at Wilkes County EMS — thank you for supporting our EMS family and for helping make EMS Week a special celebration of those who serve.

Wilkes County EMS' 911-operations is being staffed today by D-Shift. This shift is the 4th of the four shifts that we h...
05/22/2026

Wilkes County EMS' 911-operations is being staffed today by D-Shift. This shift is the 4th of the four shifts that we have that makes up the 911-operational division of our organization.

The leadership team for D-Shift describes these professionals as a group of highly skilled professionals who work in a synchronized and coordinated manner, bringing their experience, abilities, and dedication together to provide exceptional service to the citizens they serve.

One of the unique strengths of D-Shift is the diverse blend of personalities that make up the team. While each individual brings their own strengths and perspective to the organization, those differences come together to create a close-knit family environment built on trust, support, and teamwork. The relationships developed among team members strengthen their ability to work together and contribute to a positive culture both inside and outside the workplace.

Today, Wilkes County EMS would like to recognize two team members who play an essential role behind the scenes in helpin...
05/22/2026

Today, Wilkes County EMS would like to recognize two team members who play an essential role behind the scenes in helping keep our organization operating smoothly, Tammy and Terri, our Administrative Assistants.

While many members of our organization serve on the front lines of patient care, Tammy and Terri are instrumental in supporting the day-to-day operations that help make that care possible. Their dedication and attention to detail ensure that important processes continue to run efficiently and effectively.

They serve as the primary point of contact between many of the patients we serve and our ambulance billing service, helping guide individuals through questions and concerns while providing exceptional customer service along the way. Through their efforts, they help maintain high standards of quality assurance for billing information, helping ensure accuracy and allowing patients to receive the maximum benefit available through their insurance coverage.

For many individuals, Tammy and Terri serve as the front door to our organization, creating a positive experience through professionalism, compassion, and a willingness to help. Their commitment to serving both our patients and our team often takes place behind the scenes, but the impact of their work is felt throughout the entire organization.

Today, Wilkes County is under the watchful eye of Wilkes EMS C-Shift. This team's primary leader is Captain Chris Holla...
05/21/2026

Today, Wilkes County is under the watchful eye of Wilkes EMS C-Shift. This team's primary leader is Captain Chris Hollars. The leadership team of C-Shift describes their co-workers as passionate, knowledgeable, resilient, and resourceful. This brings forth a level of commitment and professionalism that is reflected in the patient care they provide each day, all while maintaining a strong sense of integrity.

This team understands that strong relationships build strong performance. Whether participating in training opportunities, sharing meals together, or simply spending time together outside of their daily responsibilities, this group values the bonds that connect them as a team. Those relationships strengthen trust, build unity, and contribute to a culture that supports both personal and professional growth.

Today's 911-Operational EMS coverage is being staffed by our B-Shift team. This shift operates under the leadership of ...
05/20/2026

Today's 911-Operational EMS coverage is being staffed by our B-Shift team. This shift operates under the leadership of Captain Joel Blackburn. The B-Shift leadership team describes this team as a tight-knit team that embraces a family atmosphere, where support, trust, and teamwork are more than just words, they are part of the foundation of who they are.

This team also places a strong emphasis on training and professional development, understanding that continuous growth and learning are essential to providing the highest level of patient care possible. Their dedication to each other, combined with their focus on improvement and excellence, continues to make Wilkes EMS stand out in a crowded field of EMS agencies across the state.

Happy EMS Week B-Shift, thank you for all that you do for this organization.

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204 Call Street
Wilkesboro, NC
28697

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