New Captain Takes Reins At Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad

MILLBURN, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of the Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

The Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad (MSHVFAS) announced leadership updates following its annual election and subsequent officer appointments, as confirmed by the Board of Trustees.

Kevin Ryan has been elected Captain of the Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad. As Captain, Ryan is responsible for overall squad operations, response readiness, training standards, and organizational leadership.

Following his election, Ryan appointed the following line officers to join the existing leadership team of Lieutenants:

• Emilie Whitley, First Lieutenant, supporting operational oversight, training coordination, and equipment readiness.
• Stephanie Grant and Nikeisha Setal, Personnel Lieutenants, overseeing member recruitment, retention, and engagement, and serving as key points of contact for volunteers.

These appointments strengthen an already established leadership structure and reflect a continued focus on improving operations, expanding training, and supporting a growing volunteer membership while maintaining high standards of patient care for the Millburn-Short Hills community.

The Squad also formally recognized Melissa Campbell, who served as Captain for more than ten years. During her tenure, MSHVFAS navigated significant organizational change, strengthened its training programs, and continued to provide reliable emergency medical services to the community.

“The election of the Captain and the appointment of officers is always significant, but what makes this team exceptional is that they are all accomplished professionals who choose to serve their community as unpaid volunteers,” said H. Steven Roth, President of the Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad. “The Captain and Lieutenants bring deep experience, strong leadership, and a proven commitment to the Squad. Together, they have already accomplished a great deal in strengthening operations, training, and readiness, and I am confident they will continue to move the organization forward.”

Ryan added, “We are focused on continuity and progress, supporting our members, strengthening our training, and ensuring the Squad remains ready to serve the community at the highest level.”

The Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad congratulates its newly appointed officers and thanks all members, past and present, for their dedication and service.

About the Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad

The Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad provides 24/7 emergency medical services to the Township of Millburn and the Short Hills community. Staffed entirely by volunteer EMTs, MSHVFAS responds to thousands of calls each year at no cost to patients. The Squad is funded solely through community donations and is committed to delivering professional, compassionate care while supporting ongoing training, recruitment, and public safety education.

For more information about volunteering or supporting the Squad, visit www.mshvfas.org.

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