Our Team
Providing compassionate end-of-life care and making a positive difference
in the lives of our patients, their families and our community.
Leadership
Deborah Horning
LPN, CHPO
Chief Executive Officer
Kim Van De Ven
RN BSN MBA
Clinical Director
Maryann Tarango
Director of Human Resources
Johanna Pereda
Director of Business Development
Physicians & Nurse Practitioners
Manish Sahni, MD
Medical Director
Gerald Asin, MD
Physician
Pamela Conn
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Enrique "Rick" Salazar
Nurse Practitioner
Team
Carol
BSN, Registered Nurse
I love everything about nursing - and I have been at it for over 40 years! I joined Hospice Promise because I appreciate the owner, her values, and her philosophy of patient care. In my free-time I like to take in God’s wonder – and catch-up on sleep!
Michael
RN / Case Manager
I have worked in the medical field since 1990. I started as a respiratory therapist and became a registered nurse in 2002. I have worked in the ICU, CVICU and Emergency Department. I was first exposed to hospice when my mother became ill and placed on hospice. After that experience, I felt a strong calling to help families in the way that my family was helped. The team approach at Hospice Promise is second to none. In my free time I enjoy working out, and spending time with my wife, family and dogs!
Joeanna
RN / Care Manager
I have passion to serve, I have spent the last 11 years in the military, always putting others before myself. I have a wonderful supportive husband and three beautiful children. We love Arizona! I chose Hospice Promise because of the family atmosphere the company has. I don’t see patients, everyone is family especially during transitioning.
Erin
Registered Nurse
I have been a nurse since 2014, and recently got my RN in 2022. My previous jobs were all in long-term care and skilled facilities. I have always loved working with the older population, so joining Hospice Promise only made sense. In my free time I enjoy going on motorcycle rides with my boyfriend. I enjoy spending time with friends and family.
Dotti
Registered Nurse
I spent over 30 years working in critical care and psych care. I joined Hospice Promise with a strong desire to help provide comfort at end-of-life, and also allow patients to remain as alert as possible so they can be interactive with their family.
I love cats, dogs and people – and I have 5 children, 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. I also drive a big truck!
Cynthia
Licensed Practical Nurse
My passion for Hospice started in Louisiana where I became an LPN and worked on the Telemetry floor. During my time there I worked with a variety of patients, hospice being some of them. One particular patient didn’t have any family to comfort her so my team and I did what we could to comfort and care for her. That was when I knew hospice was what I would do for the rest of my nursing career. In my free time I enjoy photography, poetry, hiking and traveling.
Nichole
Licensed Practical Nurse
I have been a nurse for 19 years and working in Hospice for about 16 years. Hospice is deeply rewarding to be the one helping facilitate closure between patients and their loved ones. I chose Hospice Promise because everyone on the team has a voice and plays an equal part in surrounding the patient and family with all aspects of care. Our team is incredibly special!
Stacey
Licensed Practical Nurse
I am from Buffalo NY and moved to the valley in 2008. I have been a nurse for 27 years. I enjoy caring for seniors and assisting families so they can spend quality time with their loved ones. To see the smiles and sparkle in a seniors eye while spending quality time with there family brings me so much joy. I love working for Hospice Promise because every team member believes and assists patients with compassion and love. I enjoy spending time with my kids. I have 2 children that live in AZ and 1 child that lives in Buffalo with my grandsons. I also enjoy listening to country music, Christian music and good old 80's music. I enjoy going and listening to bands, dancing and attending concerts with my son.
Steven
Certified Nursing Assistant
I have been an aide for six years and I have to say that Hospice Promise is the best company I have ever worked for. Hospice Promise isn’t just a team of workers, it’s a family. In my free time, I enjoy coffee and taking my grandparents out almost every Saturday.
Meg
Certified Nursing Assistant
I have been a Nursing Assistant since 2011, but I have been part of the medical field my whole life. Hospice Promise did not let me down, what an amazing company to work for! They truly care about their staff and patients and the team attitude here at Hospice Promise makes all the difference. In my free time, I travel to see my children and grandkids. At home, I enjoy being out on the river or lake with my husband and our dog. I also enjoy music and am part of the worship team at my church.
Krista
Certified Nursing Assistant
I have been a nursing assistant since I was 18. Since becoming a part of the Hospice Promise family I couldn’t be more happy to do my job. Hospice Promise prioritizes patient care and their employees. I can’t imagine working for another hospice. In my free time I like to spend time with family and friends.
Fatima
Certified Nursing Assistant
(Bilingual)
I’ve been a certified nurse assistant since 2013. I enjoy helping families with there loved ones. Hospice Promise is a an awesome company to work for. Everyone makes you feel welcomed to be a part of the team. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family, vacation planning and go hiking.
Elizabeth
Certified Nursing Assistant
I have been a nursing assistant since 2016, and this is my first time working for a hospice. I am so grateful to have come across such an amazing company. Hospice Promise does an amazing job of taking care of patients when they need it most. And they also do a great job making sure everyone on the team feels at home.
In my free time I enjoy coffee dates with my girlfriends and movie nights with the family.
Nick
LMSW / Social Worker
Over the last several years I have worked with the City of Phoenix Early Head Start Program as a developmental specialist, in housing support for survivors of domestic violence, as a case manager for Severely Mentally Ill adults, and as a child and family therapist. My goal with Hospice Promise is to provide support for families, allowing them to spend more valued time with their loved ones.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my wonderful wife and son as well as going on adventures on my bike in the Arizona desert.
German
Hospice Liason
(Bilingual)
I have been working in healthcare for over 18 years and am blessed with the understanding of many aspects of patient care. I am proud to work together with the great team at Hospice Promise. Our high standards and responsible ethics align perfectly to assure our commitment to you. When I’m not working I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
Leigha
Hospice Liason
I believe working for Hospice Promise was something that came natural for me. Helping others letting them know they are not alone is what I love to do. In my free time I enjoy singing with my band!
Nancy
Human Resource Coordinator
I have previously worked as a companion aide and as a nurses’ aide, and I have run my own pet care business. Here at Hospice Promise, I am able to play a part in helping people when they need it most. I also enjoy working with my sister Deborah - the owner of Hospice Promise.
My husband and I are the proud parents of our teenage son. We recently moved here from Buffalo, NY and WE LOVE ARIZONA.
Babs
Volunteer Coordinator
My previous work experience was in non-profit mental health and substance abuse treatment. Years ago, my mom was in hospice. That experience gave me a profound appreciation of the importance of hospice philosophy and holistic approach to dying. I have been a hospice volunteer coordinator for over 12 years. This position allows me to connect with patients and their families. I recruit, train, and supervise volunteers, helping them help our folks through an uncharted part of their journey. Volunteers return purpose to the lives of the patients, meeting them without and agenda, not as a patient with a diagnosis, but with support and compassion.
I have a husky mix Frankie, a black cat Billie, and in the process of mastering the baking of sour dough bread.
Mikaela
BSW / Social Worker
I recently graduated in the spring of 2022 from NAU and could not imagine starting my career in social work at a greater place other than Hospice Promise. The staff at Hospice Promise welcomed me with open arms and I have learned a great deal about the social service side of end-of-life care. I truly believe everyone deserves to have their final days filled with dignity, compassion and care. I have been very passionate about serving the elderly community ever since interning at the center for service and volunteerism dedicated toward connecting seniors living in Flagstaff to AmeriCorps. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my rescue dog at the dog park and watching bad but addicting reality TV.
Kelsey
Admissions Coordinator
I have worked at Hospice Promise since the doors first opened. Our team does an amazing job meeting the needs of our patients and their families. The care we provide warms my heart and makes me proud of where I work.
My husband and I are blessed with a beautiful baby boy, and we also have two dogs which keeps our home fun and busy.
Chanel
Admissions Coordinator
I’m new to the healthcare industry, but I'm happy my first experience is with Hospice Promise. It feels like a family and I am rewarded every day knowing all our patients are happy and being well taken care of. In my free time I enjoy singing and dancing, as well as spending time with my fiancé and two puppies, Molly & Sally.
Jose
MDiV - Chaplain (Bilingual)
I have been a pastor for over 25 years because I love people and I want the very best for them. I have written two books, and I have great relationships with many of our community leaders. At Hospice Promise, every team member cares for our patients as they would for members of their own family. It is so rewarding to see how my coworkers love our patients and always do the best for them.
Clayton
Supply Clerk
I worked previously as the manager of convenience stores in Minnesota, so you see a lot of crazy things in that business. Since moving to Phoenix, I appreciate working at Hospice Promise in a family-oriented business.
In my free-time I enjoy driving on long trips and firing-up the grill for some burgers & BBQ.