This hospital has
Joint Commission Accreditation
At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Henderson, we are committed to helping you regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. Serving Nevada and the greater Henderson and Las Vegas areas, we are a leading provider of rehabilitation after stroke, brain injury and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.
Using clinical collaboration and advanced technologies, we provide a personalized care plan designed to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your goals.
Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital uses an interdisciplinary team approach that includes physical, speech and occupational therapists, rehabilitation physicians, rehabilitation nurses, case managers, dietitians and more, combined with our advanced technology and expertise, to help you achieve your goals. You will receive at least three hours of therapy five days per week while under the constant care of registered nurses, many of whom specialize in rehabilitation, and frequent independent private practice physician* visits.
Rehabilitation is covered in full or part by most health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Our hospital has contracts with most major insurance companies and is willing to negotiate with other companies, as needed.
*The hospital provides access to independent physicians.
90 Beds
66 Semi-private rooms
24 Private rooms
Televisions
Telephones
Free WiFi
Cafeteria
Courtyard
Interpreter services
Spanish translators available
Tours available
Support groups
Pet friendly
Volunteers
Student observation hours
By demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for healthcare quality and safety, our hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in stroke rehabilitation.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in brain injury rehabilitation.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in wound care.
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Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Varsha Chauhan joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Henderson in 2022. She earned a Doctor of Medicine degree in 1997 and a master's degree in healthcare administration in 2002. Dr. Chauhan’s extensive expertise spans across patient care, healthcare administration, regulatory compliance and strategic development. She holds a Lean & Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certification along with a Compliance Officer Certification from the Health Care Compliance Association. Dr. Chauhan’s passion for patient care and employee engagement is the driving force behind her many achievements in healthcare.
Medical Director
Dr. Nguyen has been serving the rehabilitation community for almost 20 years. He is a board-certified physiatrist by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, as well as a board-certified brain injury medicine specialist. Dr. Nguyen holds a bachelor’s degree from UCLA and medical doctorate degree from Poznan University of Medical Sciences. He completed his residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Wayne State University, Detroit Medical Center. He is also an active member of American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Director of Pharmacy
Dr. Arnold is the director of pharmacy for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Henderson, has been a practicing clinical pharmacist for more than 20 years. Dr. Arnold holds a bachelor’s degree and doctorate degree from the University of Montana School of Pharmacy in Missoula, Montana. Dr. Arnold brings a wealth of experience in hospital medicine after having held several positions as clinical pharmacist, director of pharmacy and medication safety officer. Dr. Arnold also is board certified in integrative medicine and completed a fellowship with the American Academy of Anti-Aging and Regeneration in 2011.
Director of Therapy Operations
James Day is the director of therapy operations of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Henderson, and has been working for Encompass Health since 2017. James has a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Touro University Nevada and has placed inpatient rehabilitation as his primary focus since graduation. He completed his bachelor’s degree in health sciences at Brigham Young University-Idaho. James enjoys being a part of Encompass Health Henderson’s friendly, caring and experienced therapy department that offers people-focused therapists and a variety of cutting-edge technological interventions.
Director of Quality & Risk
Brittany joined the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Henderson team in 2019 and currently serves as the director of quality and risk management. A Michigan native, she graduated from Oakland University with a bachelor’s degree in wellness, health promotion and injury prevention. She maintains a national wellness institute certification as a certified wellness practitioner and brings more than 10 years of healthcare experience and knowledge from her roles as a clinician in cardiac rehabilitation and health insurance management. Brittany is committed to continuously improving quality outcomes, operational excellence and the patient experience. She is proud to be a member of a hospital committed to helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals and return to back to the community.
Human Resources Director
Wanda joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Henderson in 2022. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration in 1999 and a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification in 2011. She began her HR career within the benefits department for the city of Long Beach Police Department. After relocating to Las Vegas in 2004, Wanda continued to solidify her HR expertise working in the hospitality industry. Her dedication to the human resources profession along with her passion for helping others led her into the dynamic field of healthcare in 2011.
Chief Nursing Officer
Vangie joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Henderson in October 2002 and served as a nursing supervisor and nurse manager before becoming the chief nursing officer. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Perpetual Help College Philippines and has been a registered nurse for 20 years. Vangie’s certifications include BLS, ACLS and Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN).
Controller
Ryan joined Encompass Health in 2018 as the controller. He earned his C.N.A certification at the age of 17. Prior to joining Encompass, Ryan worked in public accounting, and has been a licensed CPA since 2015. He provided three years of pro-bono management and accounting services to The Economic Club of Las Vegas and was elected by the board to serve as an officer in the role of vice president of operations. Ryan has volunteered through his membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints which include service as the ward clerk over Finance. Ryan graduated summa cum laude with honors from Dixie State University and was honored as the school of business valedictorian. In 2013, Ryan was selected as a founding member of the university’s Accounting Education Advisory Committee. For graduate school, Ryan attended Southern Utah University. He earned master’s degrees in business administration and Accountancy, and was honored to be the School of Business Outstanding Master's Graduate for MBA.
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