Evelyn Arellano Dietary Manager
I was born and raised here in Yuma. I am married and have 4 children and 7 grandchildren. I have been in long term healthcare for 19 years, I have worked at Palm View since 1998. I have my certifications for dietary CDM and CFPP. My hobbies are reading, bicycling and bowling.
Barbara Castaneda, RN MDS Coordinator
I have been a registered nurse for 21 years. My nursing background is primarily med-surg, with the chronically ill patients with complications from diabetes, hypertension, renal disease, and cancer. This is probably why I choose to work at Palmview.
I am certified in Chemotherapy, Peritoneal dialysis and am in the process of recertifying my MDS credentials. I have raised 3 children; all grown and gone now, and am active in the community. I serve on the board for a nonprofit agency named, Office of Regional Center for Border Health, which the purpose of this agency is to bring more healthcare professionals into our underserved area. One way this is done is by hiring and contracting healthcare providers to work in the clinics established by the agency. As a board member; my function is to oversee the ongoing programs and financial status of this agency.
Beverly Germain Medical Records Director
I have been working at Palm View for the last 3 1/2 years and love it very much. I have now worked in the medical field at nursing homes for the last 24 years. I feel at home there and like to think I make a good addition in helping residents. I have three children and five grand children. I have a cute little dog and love taking her places. Besides work I am interested in attending live performances and have season tickets to Broadway Palms in Mesa. I have a certification in ICD-9 coding and have worked in Medical Records in New York State as well as Arizona.
Lupita Gonzalez Director of Social Services
Hello everyone, My name is Lupita Gonzalez. I am Palm View Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Director of Social Services. Previous to this employment, I was employed with Yuma County Public Fiduciary as a Case Manager; and 14 years with the State of Arizona as a Case Manager. It is very rewarding to be able to help others and be their advocate. I graduated from the University of Phoenix with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Human Services and working toward my Masters in Business Administration. I have two lovely boys a 17 and a 13 year old; my boys are my pride and joy.
Armando Cabuto Plant Operations Director
I perform highly technical maintenance and repairs required to keep major building and equipment items in good working condition and assist in on-the-job training and general upgrading of facility maintenance, Housekeeping, Janitor and Laundry personnel.
Rosemary Jose Marketing & Admissions Director
Hello! Thank you for visiting our web-site. My name is Rosemary Jose, I am the Marketing and Admission Director here at Palm View Rehabilitation and Care Center. I have been with Palm View for 4 years, my back ground is nursing - I have been in long term healthcare field since 1994. I am active in the Yuma community, I have been active with the Chamber of Commerance for over 9 years. Active member of Yuma Regional Medical Center Bio-Ethics Committee, Yuma County Adult Task Force and other local organizations. I enjoy the opportunity I have helping people who need my assistence.In our facility we believe in Care, Quality and Trust.
Mary Alka Chief Administrative Officer
Hello, thanks for visiting our web-site. I am so happy to be back in my home town of Yuma. I have been in the medical field since 1976 in various jobs. Started in long term care coming from an acute setting and found my true calling. I graduated with honor from Northern Arizona University with my Bachelors degree. Was encourage to apply for the Administrator in Training program by my supervisor. Completed my program in the year 2000 and have been a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator since. My husband Bob is also from Yuma and is an electrician. I have two wonderful boys Willie (who has given me two awesome grandchildren) and Joshua. Plus I have my two nephews James and Jeffery who have been with us for four and half years. My outside activities consist of spending time with family and my dogs Pepper, Barkley, and Nattie. Nattie is a puppy who has become a facility dog. Please stop by and see me and Nattie.
Jackie Hendrick Director of Nursing
My name is Jackie Hendrick and I'm the new Director of Nurses at Palm View Rehab and nursing center in Yuma, Arizona. I have been in the nursing field for the last 25+ years. I am a retired Army nurse and have experienced life as a Director of Nurses for the past 11 years in Denver, Colorado. My husband and I have been married for 28 years, we have 3 grown children, 5 grand-children and 2 St. Bernards. We enjoy spending time outside and look forward to a future here in Arizona.
Liz Jackson, RN Assistant Director of Nursing
Hello, my name is Elizabeth Jackson, I am RN and the Assistant Director of Nursing here at Palm View Rehab and Care Center. I graduated with Associate Degree in Nursing - from Arizona western Collage here in Yuma in 2004. I have be here at Palm View now for 3 years.I am married with one daughter , 5 dogs and one cat. On my spare time I enjoy reading and scrap booking . I look forward to caring for your loved one here at Palm View Rehab and Care Center.
Elga Martinez Director of Activities
Hello, my name is Elga Martinez I have been working at Palm View Rehab for 1 1/2 years. I was initially hired for receptionist and then promoted to Unit Secretary after 4 months. I was the Unit Secretary for 1 year then I was promoted to Activities Director. I'm very happy for all the opportunities and the trust I've received from Palm View. I'm married to a wonderful husband and have two lovely boys. Yuma has been my home for 21 years, my parents brought me to the U.S at age 5. Working at Palm View has been one of my best experiences for all that I have learned and accomplished.
Mary Rau Staff Development
Hi! My name is Mary Rau. I am the Staff Development Coordinator here at Palm View Rehab and Care Center. I was born and raised in San Diego, Ca. We my husband and I moved to Washington State where we resided for 10 years and then moved to Yuma. I have been a nurse since 1997. Always in long term care I have been at Palm View for four years. First as a charge nurse and then just recently as the Staff Development Coordinator. I am married and have three wonderful sons and one beautiful granddaughter. I enjoy watching football (the Chargers of course), riding quads and spending time on the river.
Shelly Everett Director of Finance
Hello, My name is Shelley Everett I was born and raised in Salinas, California. I moved to Yuma about 12 years ago and started to work in the Healthcare field. I am married with 3 children 2 boys and 1 girl. My family and myself are very involved in the 4-H program. I have worked for Palm View Rehabilitation Center for a little over 3 years, I enjoy working with the residents and families.