Jones Regional Medical Center

Emergency Care

At Jones Regional, the continuum of care begins in the field with the paramedics and emergency medical technicians and continues through the emergency/trauma units as well as inpatient units. Each year, the emergency department provides service to more than 6,000 patients/year.

Delivery of emergency services is an intricate choreography of skills, services and equipment brought together in a manner that provides efficient, caring and competent medical care. With 24-hour ER physician coverage, dedicated and specially-trained nurses, Jones Regional's emergency department can respond rapidly, appropriately, and efficiently to any healthcare emergencies that may occur.

Facts about Jones Regional's Emergency Room:

• Level IV Trauma Center designated by the State of Iowa.
• Emergency department physicians hold certifications in avanced trauma life support, basic life support, pediatric advanced life support, neonatal resuscitation program, and advanced cardiac life support.
• Nursing staff holds certifications in advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support, and trauma nurse core curriculum.
• Supports local ambulance services with medical direction and continuing education.
• Average wait time is less than 5 minutes.
• Air ambulance and ground ambulances are avaiable 24 hours a day:
  • St. Luke's Lifeguard
  • University of Iowa AirCare
  • Monticello Area Ambulance
  • Anamosa Area Ambulance

Director of Emergency Services
Dr. Victor Salas

For questions, contact Ann Davidshofer, RN, emergency department nurse manager
319-462-6131
Fax: 319-462-4689