NEWTON FIRST AID SQUAD
In the mid 1950s, Newton Memorial Hospital administration approached a bright group of civic leaders to replace the over-burdened hospital ambulance service.
Today, the Newton First Aid Squad is requested to over 2,000 medical emergencies annually. We are proud to not only be Sussex County's busiest, fastest, and most progressive EMS agency but also the 2018 NJ Outstanding EMS Agency!
2022 End of Year Statistics
Call Total: 2285 | Response Rate: 97.6%
Avg. Arrival Time: 4.6 minutes
Our Services
EMS
Evidenced-based medicine, innovation, safety, and unique equipment are at the center of our mission keeping our squad on the cutting edge of NJ EMS.
Education
Weekly educational opportunities are offered to our squad to maintain our aptitude. Trainings are always open and offered at no-cost to members of other volunteer agencies.
Car Seat Inspections
From 10am-1pm on the 4th Monday of every month our nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians provide education and hands-on assistance with car seats and proper restraint use.
No appointment needed!
Event Standbys
At no charge, the squad offers on-site EMS services for local organizations including King's Karate, Newton High School, PBA, SCCC, Sussex Stags Football, and various Town of Newton departments.
Hall Rental
In our recently renovated hall, we offer rentals at a nominal rate for over 1500sqft of space, kitchen usage, and a multi-audio surround sound entertainment system.
Polling Location
Our meeting hall serves as the official Town of Newton District 4 polling location for all elections.
Voting hours are 6am-8pm.
Our Station and Fleet
3651
2016 Ford E-450 Twin
Stryker PowerLOAD and PowerPro XPS
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2016 Ford E-450 Twin
Stryker PowerPro XPS
3653
2006 Ford F-350 4x4
Stryker PowerLOAD and PowerPro XPS
3654
2003 Ford F-350
COMING SOON
3659
2005 Ford F-350
Mass Transport/MAV
Our Station
We have a variety of amenities, comfort, and technology to help us best prepare for the next emergency!
Join Our Team!
Newton EMS is seeking motivated community members who have a desire to help others! Although answering 911 medical emergencies on our ambulances is the central function of the squad, there are opportunities available for any person from any background.
NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY and ALL TRAINING IS PROVIDED AT NO COST.
Below, you can read more about each of our squad's three branches to discover the one that best fits you!
ADULT
Our adult squad is comprised of DRIVERS and EMTs who pilot and staff our ambulances during Greater Newton's 911 medical emergencies.
CADET
The Cadet Corps provides area teens ages 15-17 the opportunity to gain valuable education and actual hands-on medical experience during 911 calls alongside our adult members.
AUXILIARY
Not a fan of blood but still want to help? Consider joining our AUXILIARY! We are always in need of assistance with education, fundraising, maintenance, and other non-medical functions!
To submit an application, click on the category above that best fits your interest!
Contact
68 Sussex Street - Newton
PO Box 5 - Newton, NJ 07860
973-383-3377 - info@newtonfirstaidsquad