Janell Berry Named Emergency Services Manager at Daviess Community Hospital

When patients need help the most, leadership matters. And at Daviess Community Hospital (DCH), that leadership now includes Janell Berry, RN, BSN, CEN, TCRN, who has been named Emergency Services Manager, overseeing operations for both the Emergency Department and Emergency Medical Services.

Berry has been a valued member of the DCH team since 2013 and has spent the last decade providing direct emergency care at the bedside, serving as a charge nurse, preceptor, and trusted leader in high-acuity situations. She’s known for her calm presence, collaborative spirit, and deep commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

“Janell’s knowledge of emergency department workflows, staffing models, and patient care standards makes her exceptionally well-suited for this role,” said Jenna Bedwell, MSN, RN, Chief Nursing Officer at Daviess Community Hospital. “Her leadership will help us strengthen our emergency care capabilities and continue to build a culture of excellence.”

In her new role, Berry will lead both clinical and administrative functions for ED and EMS. This includes patient care coordination, staff supervision and development, performance improvement, and interdepartmental collaboration to ensure safe, timely, and effective emergency care.

Berry earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Vincennes University and holds certifications as a Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) and Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN). She has completed extensive training through the American Heart Association in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), as well as the Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), and Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR). She is also an active member of the Emergency Nurses Association.

“I’ve had the privilege of growing my career at DCH, and stepping into this role feels like a natural next step,” Berry said. “I’m proud to lead such a skilled and compassionate team, and I look forward to continuing to elevate the care we provide for this community.”

Berry lives in Washington, Indiana, with her significant other, Jeff, and their daughter, Harper.