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Emergency Room

The Emergency Room (ER) provides immediate, high-quality medical care for urgent health concerns. Our team of experienced healthcare professionals is available 24/7 to address any medical emergencies with the utmost care and expertise. 

The ER is designed to provide rapid diagnosis and treatment for acute illnesses, injuries, and medical conditions. This acute care service is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by skilled healthcare providers who are trained to handle a wide range of emergencies, ensuring you receive the best possible care when you need it most.  

Integrated 24/7 Acute Care

Our Emergency Room offers a full range of services to address a variety of urgent health concerns, including: 

  • Trauma Care: Immediate treatment for injuries resulting from accidents, falls, and other traumatic events.
  • Cardiac Emergencies: Management of heart attacks, chest pain, and other cardiovascular emergencies.
  • Respiratory Emergencies: Treatment for asthma attacks, pneumonia, and other severe breathing problems.
  • Neurological Emergencies: Care for strokes, seizures, and other neurological conditions.
  • Pediatric Emergencies: Specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents with urgent medical needs.
  • Psychiatric Emergencies: Immediate support for mental health crises, including severe anxiety, depression, and psychosis.
  • Poisoning and Overdoses: Rapid intervention for cases of poisoning or drug overdoses.
  • Infectious Diseases: Management of acute infections, including sepsis and severe allergic reactions.
  • Injuries and Illnesses: Treatment for cuts, fractures, sprains, burns, and other non-life-threatening conditions. 
  • Sexual Assault Nurse Exams (SANE): Medical and forensic care for survivors of sexual assault. Comprehensive, long-term services designed to aid survivors in addressing any needs related to the assault, including but not limited to counseling and legal (civil, criminal, and immigration) and medical system advocacy.

Expectations Upon Arrival

When you arrive at our Emergency Room, you can expect: 

  1. Triage: Upon arrival, a triage nurse will assess your condition to determine the severity and urgency of your medical needs.
  2. Immediate Care: Based on the triage assessment, you will be seen by a healthcare provider who will conduct a thorough evaluation and initiate appropriate treatment.
  3. Diagnostics: Our ED is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, including imaging and laboratory services, to quickly and accurately diagnose your condition.
  4. Comprehensive Treatment or Transfer Abilities: We provide various treatments and interventions to address your specific health concerns. If a higher level of care is required, our Emergency Staff will focus on stabilizing critical patients and arranging prompt transfer to specialized trauma centers in the area.
  5. Discharge Planning: After your emergency treatment, our team will provide you with detailed discharge instructions and arrange any necessary follow-up care to ensure a smooth recovery. 

WCHS's integrated approach to emergency care means that whether you arrive at our Emergency Room on your own or in an ambulance, you will receive coordinated, comprehensive care tailored to your specific needs.

Our goal is to stabilize your condition, provide expert treatment, and ensure the best possible outcome. 

24-Hour Emergency Care

Round-the-clock, critical, life-saving care prepared to handle everything from accidents to life-threatening situations, ensuring that you receive the best possible rapid-response care, right here in Winnebago, NE. 

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Emergency Response

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team plays a crucial role in emergency care by providing rapid response and ambulatory transport services for patients in need. Whether it's responding to a call for help or transferring a patient to our Emergency Room in the ambulance, our EMS team ensures that patients receive care as quickly as possible.

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Inpatient

If you are admitted to the hospital, the Inpatient Unit offers the best of both worlds: the high-quality medical and nursing care you expect with the attentive, personalized care you deserve. Our Inpatient Unit provides exceptional healthcare focusing on your total well-being.

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