Lauren’s EMS career began in 2002, when she worked as an EMT and Field Training Officer. In 2006, she became a dispatcher, serving as a supervisor.

On October 1st, Lauren and her partner, Joe, received the radio call for an active shooter from the Standby crew of the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in Las Vegas. Community Ambulance had been contracted to supply medical services to the festival.

Lauren and Joe faced many challenges that night, including not knowing if the Community Ambulance personnel providing standby coverage would go home to their families.

Lauren and Joe worked tirelessly in those moments to bring calm to the chaos and get the needed resources to the incident and working hand in hand with our community partners. Undeniably their focus and hard work helped to save countless lives that night.

In her spare time, Lauren enjoys cooking and watching sports. She also loves animals.

Joe’s EMS career began in 2005 in New Jersey, where he worked as an EMT. In 2006, Joe moved moved west to Las Vegas, and he received the Star of Life in 2009 while he was working at AMR. In 2011, Joe transitioned into dispatch, and he joined Community Ambulance in 2015.

On October 1st, Joe received the radio call for an active shooter from the Standby crew of the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival. Community Ambulance was contracted to supply medical services to the festival.

Joe and his partner, Lauren Taylor, faced many challenges that night, including not knowing if the Community Ambulance personnel providing standby coverage would go home to their families.

Joe and Lauren worked tirelessly in those moments to bring calm to the chaos and get the needed resources to the incident. Undeniably their focus and hard work helped to save countless lives that night.

Edgar was selected as Community Ambulance’s 2018 Star of Life because of his selfless service at the October 1st incident in Las Vegas.

Community Ambulance was the company contracted to provide medical services at the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival, and after the attack, Edgar and his partner, Julian Ness, were dispatched to get the injured to the hospital.

Edgar and Julian were one of the first units to arrive outside the venue’s main medical tent, and without hesitation, they began making room for as many patients as they could.

During their first trip to the hospital they transported seven patients at once, including a female who was shot in the neck and another who was shot in the neck twice; a male who was shot in the spine and showed signs of paralysis; a female with a gunshot to her head; a female shot three times in the chest; a female shot in the leg; and a man who had been shot in the abdomen.

They returned to the incident two more times to transport additional patients.

Edgar has been part of the Southern Nevada community for 15 years and has served his community for over year and half. He chose to pursue EMS after realizing the impact that Paramedics made in his twin brother’s life, who lost his life to a brain tumor.

Undeniably, Edgar’s determination and bravery helped to save countless lives that night.

Julian was born and raised in Las Vegas, and he became an EMT in 2009. He then moved to Rhode Island, where he served as a volunteer firefighter/EMT for three years with Jamestown Rhode Island Fire Department, and he became a Paramedic in 2015.

In 2016, Julian returned to Las Vegas and joined Community Ambulance.

Community Ambulance was the company contracted to provide medical services at the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival, and after the October 1st attack last year, Julian and his partner, Edgar Bibiano, were dispatched to get the injured to the hospital.

Julian and Edgar were one of the first units to arrive outside the venue’s main medical tent, and without hesitation, they began making room for as many patients as they could.

During their first trip to the hospital, they transported seven patients at once, including a female who was shot in the neck and another who was shot in the neck twice; a male who was shot in the spine and showed signs of paralysis; a female with a gunshot to her head; a female shot three times in the chest; a female shot in the leg; and a man who had been shot in the abdomen.

They returned to the incident two more times to transport additional patients.

Julian’s determination and bravery helped to save countless lives that night.

In his free time, Julian enjoys aviation and travel, along with watching various sports, including hockey, baseball, and football.

Andy is a valuable member of the Community Ambulance, Macon division team. Andy is an active member of the Community Ambulance Disaster Response Team, which in October of 2016, was called on to participate in a statewide effort to aid with patient evacuations surrounding Hurricane Matthew. As part of this deployment, Andy participated in what ultimately became the largest coastal evacuation in state history.

In addition to his full time role as a Paramedic, Andy also serves as a Preceptor and Field Training Officer. Through these roles, Andy is able to share his knowledge, skill and passion for patient care with those who are new to EMS or our organization. As an educator and mentor, Andy has played a vital role in helping with training efforts within the organization, through National Registry skills testing and annual skills assessments for associates.

As a clinician, Andy demonstrates a high level of compassion and professionalism while taking care of the patients he serves. Andy is able to build a trusting rapport with his patients, taking the time to connect with each patient, put them at ease and provide a high level of care. Andy is able to maintain a calm composure in the field, even during the most stressful situations. Andy is knowledgeable of clinical protocols and works within them to provide the best possible care to his patients.

A true EMS professional, Andy is dependable, punctual and has a strong work ethic. As an incredibly reliable associate, Andy readily and enthusiastically takes on new tasks and challenges. Though incredible knowledgeable and skillful, Andy demonstrates humility and honesty with his patients as well as his peers. Andy Jenkins is, without a doubt, a true “star” in the field of EMS.

Chris Wynn is known throughout his neighborhood for not only his outgoing nature and optimistic attitude, but also his dedication to his patients. His effervescent personality makes Chris immediately likeable and easy to talk to. Even in the most
difficult situations, Chris has the innate ability to put those around him at ease and bring comfort to his patients. 

Operations Manager Ann Rice describes Chris as a knowledgeable and capable paramedic who demonstrates both skill and empathy in the field. She says, “Chris treats every patient as if they were a member of his own family. His concern for them is genuine and sincere. He often follows up with his patients and checks on them. Chris is kind and patient with people and takes the time to truly listen to the patient’s needs.”

Chris plays an invaluable role at Community Ambulance. He serves as a preceptor for local EMS students, as well as for new Community Ambulance associates. Chris readily takes those new to the industry under his wing in order to help them become the best EMS professionals they can be. 

In addition to his role as a full time Paramedic, Chris also serves as a volunteer firefighter for the city of Climax. Chris demonstrates incredible dedication to serving others and continually seeks opportunities to enhance his clinical skills. Caring, compassionate and capable, Paramedic Chris Wynn defines what it means to be a “star” in EMS.

Chris and his wife, Dana, have two daughters, Miranda and Marisa. The Wynn family lives in Climax, GA.