Our Staff



Excellence in Transitional Rehabilitation

We take pride in our program development, here at Pacific Gardens Nursing and Transitional Rehabilitation Center. Our dedication to improving services for our community is our top priority. Our mission goals are reflected in the dedication and longevity of our employees.

  • Bart VanderWal, Executive Director
  • Myrna Elizarde, Medical Records Manager
  • Damian Etzler, Director of Central Supply
  • Amalia Garcia, Dietary Director
  • Katherine Guzman, Business Office Manager
  • Lorraine Hedstrom, Customer Service
  • Julie Masa, RN-Director of Staff Development
  • Marissa Mendoza, LVN-Care Plan Coordinator
  • Erica Sevcik, Social Services Director
  • Chris Stuermer, Registered Dietitian
  • Melissa Tapia, Activities Director
  • Norma Viloria, RN-Director of Nursing
  • Norah Valdez, RN - Assistant Director of Nursing, Rehab Center
  • Juliet Gomes, RN - Assistant Director of Nursing, Long Term Care Center
  • Maggie Welte, Social Services Director
  • Lucy Willis, RN-Resident Assessment Instrument Director
  • Shannae Mendoza, Admissions Services Manager
  • Felicia Fields, Admissions Liaison
  • Kristi L. Tavarez, Director of Sales and Marketing
  • Blanca Elenes, Housekeeping
  • Alfred Roybal, Director of Maintenance