# Rescue Shift — Shift Calendar for Responders

> Shift calendar app for first responders with custom rotation support. (iPhone/iPad app by Eduardo Verde.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescue-shift/id6745313356 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Eduardo Verde](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811743464)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 66 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-05-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescue-shift/id6745313356/reviews.md

## What is Rescue Shift?

RescueShift is shift scheduling software built for fire departments, EMS agencies, and 24/7 public-safety crews. Retire the station whiteboard, the group text, and the spreadsheet. Your whole crew (and your family) works off one live schedule.

WHAT YOU CAN DO
• See who's on duty today, by station and apparatus
• Run traditional rotations: 24/48, 48/96, 24/72, 3x12, 4x10, Kelly days, or a custom pattern
• Post open shifts to a sign-up board and let members claim them from their phone
• Catch coverage gaps before a unit drops below minimum staffing
• Approve trades, PTO, and shift drops in one inbox with a staffing-impact check
• Track FLSA 7(k) overtime across 7–28 day work periods
• Put a live, read-only coverage board on any station TV, no login needed
• Track certifications and continuing education so nothing expires unnoticed
• Share your personal schedule with up to 10 family members

BUILT FOR FIRST RESPONDERS
Firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, engineers, and 911 dispatchers. It also fits contract ambulance services, hospital emergency departments, and any team that runs around-the-clock coverage.

PRICING
Free for individuals (ad-supported). Premium ($2.99/mo) removes ads and adds family sharing. Department plans add the admin dashboard, roster, trades, whiteboard, and analytics.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://rescueshift.com/privacy
https://rescueshift.com/terms

## Key features

- Custom rotation scheduling
- Overtime and training tracking
- Retirement countdown
- Family schedule sharing
- First responder focused

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium RescueShift | $2.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescue-shift/id6745313356/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Limited schedule setup

*2026-01-06*

Difficult to change the actual shift crew days.

**Developer response:** Hi Mike4447, a new version has just been released. If you’re still running into issues or have feedback on how shift crew days should work, please let me know, I'm happy to make changes to the app as needed. You can reach me at whyuascii@gmail.com. Any input is appreciated.

## Frequently asked questions about Rescue Shift

### What types of shift rotations does Rescue Shift support?

Rescue Shift supports common rotations like 24/48, 48/96, Kelly, and California, as well as custom rotations tailored to specific agencies.

### Can I share my schedule with family using Rescue Shift?

Yes, Rescue Shift allows you to share your work calendar with family members so they always know when you are on duty.

### Does Rescue Shift have ads?

Yes, Rescue Shift contains advertisements.

### What is the pricing for Rescue Shift?

Rescue Shift is free to download and use. There is a Premium RescueShift subscription available for $2.99 per month for enhanced features.

### What devices is Rescue Shift available on?

Rescue Shift is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Rescue Shift updated?

The latest version, 2.0.5, was released on January 16, 2026. Updates are provided regularly to ensure optimal performance and new features.

### What is the age rating for Rescue Shift?

Rescue Shift has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does Rescue Shift help track overtime and training?

Yes, Rescue Shift allows users to track their overtime hours and training sessions directly within the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.7 — 2026-08-26

This is the biggest release since launch. RescueShift has been rebuilt from the ground up.

REDESIGNED THROUGHOUT
Every screen has been redrawn: clearer type, more breathing room, stronger contrast, and one consistent layout across phone, tablet, and web. Your rotation is easier to read at a glance, including at 3 a.m. on the apparatus floor.

REBUILT UNDER THE HOOD
The app has been rearchitected end to end. Screens load faster, your schedule syncs more reliably, and every platform now shares one codebase, so iPhone, iPad, and the web get the same features at the same time.

BUILT FOR BIGGER DEPARTMENTS
New Department plans scale from a single crew to a full agency. Admins get a live roster, a station coverage board, minimum staffing by role and station, trade and PTO approvals with a staffing impact check, FLSA 7(k) overtime tracking across 7 to 28 day work periods, and coverage analytics. Sized by crew, from a 25-person crew up to agencies past 200.

THREE WAYS TO START, ALL FREE
• No account at all. Open the app and build your shift rotation in guest mode. Nothing to sign up for.
• Free account. The same calendar plus cloud sync, so your schedule follows you to a new phone.
• Follow without an account. Got an invite code? Watch a crew member's schedule read-only. No sign-up needed.

ALSO IN THIS RELEASE
• iPad layouts that use the whole screen instead of a stretched phone column
• Clearer shift colors and rotation patterns
• Faster calendar and roster rendering
• Accessibility and contrast improvements throughout

Thanks for keeping your crews covered. Questions or requests: rescueshift.com/contact

### 2.0.5 — 2026-01-16

What's New

  Easier Schedule Adjustments
  - New "Adjust Schedule" quick action on the dashboard - change which team is working today with just a few taps
  - Simplified shift pattern editing - tap any team to instantly set them as today's working team
  - No more complex date calculations needed

  Dashboard Quick View Improvements
  - See your station and crew at a glance from the dashboard
  - New "Configure" button for quick access to shift pattern settings
  - Cleaner, more intuitive layout

  Visual & UI Enhancements
  - Refined color scheme and improved contrast throughout the app
  - Smoother haptic feedback when making schedule changes
  - Streamlined navigation with improved header designs
  - Fixed various visual inconsistencies reported by users

  Performance & Stability
  - Improved theme handling for more consistent appearance
  - Better event modal interactions
  - General bug fixes and optimizations

### 2 — 2026-01-10

What's New in Version 2.0.0

  RETIREMENT TRACKER
  Plan for your future with our new retirement tracking feature. Monitor your years of service, calculate pension eligibility, and set retirement goals.

  CREW & STATION MANAGEMENT
  Keep track of your crew members and station assignments. Know who you're working with and where you're assigned at all times.

  TRAINING LOG
  Never miss a recertification deadline. Log your training sessions, certifications, and continuing education with a complete history view. Track expiration dates and stay compliant.

  CALENDAR FOLLOWING
  Connect with colleagues by following their calendars. Share your schedule via a unique code and subscribe to others' calendars to coordinate shifts, trades, and time off.

  QUICK VIEW
  New at-a-glance view shows your upcoming shifts without navigating through the full calendar. Perfect for a fast schedule check.

  UI/UX IMPROVEMENTS
  Refreshed interface with improved navigation, better readability, and smoother interactions throughout the app.

  RESCUESHIFT PREMIUM ($2.99/month)
  Unlock calendar sharing to let family, friends, and colleagues follow your schedule with a simple share code.

  Thank you for using RescueShift! We built this app for first responders, by first responders.

### 1.1 — 2025-12-13

Updated Apple New Age Policy Agreements.

### 1.0 — 2025-05-03

No release notes.

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