Leadership & Staff

Michael Ward

Chief Executive Officer

Michael Ward MA, FACHE joined HealthSouth, Las Vegas in 2012. Prior to working for HealthSouth, Michael lived in London, England and worked for InTouch Health, as managing director, EMEA. Michael was in charge of development and creation of healthcare networks using InTouch Technologies within countries throughout Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Michael oversaw the company’s business development and operations throughout these countries. Michael also worked as the executive director of Network Development at Saint Alphonsus Regional Health System in Boise, Idaho as well as an associate administrator in the HCA Health System.

Michael received his bachelor's of science in management and organizational leadership from George Fox University in 2004. He completed his master's in organizational leadership at Gonzaga University in 2006, and is board certified with the American College of Healthcare Executives.

John D. Reneau

Medical Director

Dr. Reneau has practiced physical medicine and rehabilitation in Las Vegas since 2005. Originally from Ruston, Louisiana, he earned his Bachelor of Science in finance from Louisiana Tech University. Following a time in private business, he earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport. He completed his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

Prior to joining HealthSouth in 2013, he was a medical director of acute inpatient rehabilitation at Spring Valley Hospital for seven years. He also maintains a busy outpatient practice focused on the spine, electrodiagnostic medicine, workers compensation and personal injuries as well as general rehabilitation.

Dr. Reneau is an independent private practice physician whose office is located at the hospital.

Tracey Bunch

Director of Quality and Risk Management

Tracey joined the HealthSouth Las Vegas team in May 2005 and currently serves as the director of quality and risk management. She is a member of the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management which focuses on developing and implementing safe and effective patient care practices. Tracey holds a Bachelor of Arts in exercise sports science: athletic training and Master of Arts in organizational management. She has served as an active associate faculty member for the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Phoenix, Nevada Campus since 2007. Tracey 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.

Nancy A. Ignacio

Area Director of Marketing Operations and Business Development

Nancy has worked for HealthSouth since 2006. She has more than 16 years of experience in the healthcare industry and is enthusiastic and dedicated to the understanding of business development. She is focused on educating the community on the benefits of acute rehabilitation. Nancy holds a bachelor's degree in business management and marketing from the University of Phoenix and is pursuing her master's degree in business administration. Nancy is a member of the Nevada Self Insurers Association, Risk Insurance Management Society, Nevada State Claims Association and Nevada Disability Prevention Coalition.

Ivan Lambert

Director of Pharmacy Services

Ivan received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin and master’s degree from North Eastern University Graduate School of Health Sciences. He is a fellow of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists. In 1984, he served as president of the Massachusetts Society of Health System Pharmacist. He joined HealthSouth in 2000 as the director of pharmacy. Ivan serves as an adjunct clinical faculty member at Roseman University of Health Sciences. He has been a preceptor for Southern Nevada College of Pharmacy, Idaho State College of Pharmacy and Midwestern University College of Pharmacy.

Kevy Mason-Armand

Director of Case Management

Kevy joined HealthSouth Las Vegas in August of 2012. Prior to HealthSouth she worked as a medical social worker in the acute hospital setting for five years. Kevy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Chapman University and a master of social work degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and has 14 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. Her healthcare experience includes case management, crisis intervention for trauma admittances, and participation in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure safe and efficient discharge planning for patients. Kevy is certified to provide supervision to social work intern students and is a long standing member of the Nevada Association of Social Workers.

Susan Ramirez, RN, BSN, MBA

Chief Nursing Officer

Susan joined HealthSouth Las Vegas in 2014. She has over 25 years of clinical healthcare and management experience and is dedicated to improving the patient experience while achieving quality outcomes. Susan holds a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Bowling Green State University in Ohio and a Master of Business Administration from Tiffin University in Ohio. Susan is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the American Organization of Nurse Executives, and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing.