24/7 Emergency Care in Holdrege, Nebraska
When a serious illness or injury happens, Phelps Memorial Health Center is here to provide emergency care 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The Emergency Room at Phelps Memorial in Holdrege, Nebraska, has six private exam rooms and is equipped to stabilize and treat a variety of emergency conditions. Our Emergency Room is staffed 24/7 by physicians, physician assistants, registered nurses and paramedics trained in advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support and advanced trauma care.
When Should You Go to the Emergency Room?
The Emergency Room is designed to care for serious or potentially life-threatening illnesses and injuries.
Seek emergency medical care for symptoms such as:
- Chest pain or pressure
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Signs of a stroke, including sudden weakness, numbness, difficulty speaking or changes in vision
- Fainting, sudden dizziness or confusion
- Sudden or severe pain
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea
- Coughing or vomiting blood
- Severe or unusual abdominal pain
- Serious injuries
- Mental health emergencies
If you believe you or someone else is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
Level 4 Trauma Center
Phelps Memorial Health Center is designated as a Level 4 Trauma Center by the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services.
This designation reflects our ability to evaluate, stabilize and provide care for trauma patients while coordinating additional care or transfer when a higher level of specialized treatment is needed.
What to Expect in the Emergency Room
When you arrive at the Emergency Room, your condition will be evaluated to determine the severity of your medical needs. Patients with the most serious or life-threatening conditions are given priority, which means patients may not always be seen in the order they arrive.
Our Emergency Room is designed to provide timely, efficient care with five treatment bays and one dedicated trauma room. An advanced practice provider is available 24/7, helping us maintain favorable wait times for patients who need emergency care.
Depending on your condition, your emergency care may include diagnostic testing, imaging, laboratory testing, medications, treatment or stabilization. If additional specialty care is needed, our team can help coordinate the next steps in your care.
Emergency Room or Primary Care?
Knowing where to seek care isn't always easy. The Emergency Room is intended for serious illnesses, injuries and potentially life-threatening conditions.
Many non-emergency concerns may be better addressed by your primary care provider, including minor illnesses, mild cold or flu symptoms, minor sprains and strains, and other routine health concerns.
Learn more about when to visit the Emergency Room.
Emergency Medical Services
Phelps Memorial also provides Advanced Life Support ambulance services, paramedic intercept services and medical transportation for Phelps County and surrounding communities.
Learn more about Emergency Medical Services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Care
Is the Phelps Memorial Emergency Room open 24 hours?
Yes. The Emergency Room at Phelps Memorial Health Center is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Where is the Phelps Memorial Emergency Room located?
The Emergency Room is located at Phelps Memorial Health Center at 1215 Tibbals Street in Holdrege, Nebraska.
When should I call 911 instead of driving to the Emergency Room?
Call 911 if you believe you or someone else is experiencing a life-threatening emergency or needs immediate medical assistance. Emergency medical professionals can begin providing care before the patient reaches the hospital.
Are patients seen in the order they arrive at the Emergency Room?
Not always. Emergency Room patients are evaluated based on the severity of their condition, and patients with the most serious medical needs are given priority.
Is Phelps Memorial a trauma center?
Yes. Phelps Memorial Health Center is designated as a Basic Level Trauma Center by the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services.
Phelps Memorial Emergency Room
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Phelps Memorial Health Center
1215 Tibbals Street
Holdrege, NE 68949
Emergency Room: 308.995.2861
For a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
