(Reno, Nev.) – The Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) announced today Vivian Ruiz will become the department’s Deputy Director of Healthcare Services effective September 19, 2022.
Ms. Ruiz has more than 15 years experience as a management professional, most recently serving as Executive Director for Disability Resources, Inc., located in Sparks, Nevada. In her new role as NDVS Deputy Director of Healthcare Services, Ms. Ruiz will be responsible for overseeing two State Veterans Homes as well as the department’s healthcare, wellness, and suicide prevention programs and initiatives.
“We are thrilled Vivian is joining our already strong healthcare team,” said Fred Wagar, NDVS Director. “She brings an extremely unique set of skills to this position that will serve Nevada’s veterans and their families very well. In addition to her decades of management experience, she has also spent her entire career in service to community and others. This addition will ensure we continue to make good on our promise to provide no less than our very best to those we serve.”
“I am very excited to join the NDVS team,” said Vivian Ruiz. “This organization has already set a very high bar in serving Nevada’s veterans and families and I’m honored for the opportunity to take on this new leadership role. As part of the team, I will make sure we continue focusing on programs that enhance the lives of veterans, service members and their dependents. I will also ensure continuity in providing excellent patient experiences and exceptional quality care to all residents at our State Veterans Homes.”
About the Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS)
NDVS is dedicated to helping Nevada veterans obtain the services and benefits they have earned through military service in the U.S. Armed Forces. In addition to offering benefits counseling and assistance, which includes assistance with filing VA claims at no cost, NDVS manages the Northern and Southern Nevada State Veterans Homes and the Northern and Southern Veterans Memorial Cemeteries. To learn more about NDVS programs or services visit veterans.nv.gov and follow us on Twitter @NVDeptVeterans and on Facebook @NevadaDepartmentofVeteransServices.
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