Two from Bayou Region among finalists for Acadian award

Each year, Acadian Ambulance recognizes its exceptional paramedics and EMTs for their tireless work ethic and dedication. From across the company’s four-state service area, 32 paramedic and EMT finalists were nominated by their peers for displaying exemplary attitudes and providing excellent patient care. The top winners are selected by a company-wide committee.

Acadian Ambulance is honoring the medics at a celebration held in Lafayette on Thursday.

Paramedic Devin Atkins and EMT Bryce Poincon represent the company’s Bayou service area and were finalists for the top honors. The service area encompasses Terrebonne, Lafourche, St. Mary, Assumption, St. James, and St. John the Baptist parishes.

Atkins is a native of Thibodaux and joined Acadian as an EMT in 2017. She soon earned her paramedic and Critical Care Transport certifications. She currently works out of Houma.

A press release from Acadian said She comes to work with a smile on her face and a determination to make the day a good one. She effectively manages any patient scene with her clinical skills and knowledge. She aspires to be part of Acadian’s leadership team. Atkins follows two simple rules: live your best life and respect everyone. “Devin is very confident in her skills and knowledge, and I am confident that she will achieve her goals,” said Operations Manager Teddy Crochet.

Poincon is also a native of Thibodaux. He joined Acadian after earning his EMT certification in 2016, and works out of Thibodaux. Acadian said he enjoys being able to help his home community. He is competent in his skills and has a strong work ethic. He is a field training officer for new hires and EMT students, guiding them in the right direction. During the past few years, Poincon has proven himself to be a dependable asset to the Bayou Region team. He plans to advance his career by earning his paramedic certification.

“Bryce’s easygoing attitude, humor and warm demeanor make him a popular EMT to work with,” said Crochet.

Acadian Ambulance is one of the largest ambulance services in the nation, offering emergency and non-emergency transportation to areas in Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi and Tennessee. They are employee-owned and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services.