The Del Corazon Team

We are a dedicated team of interdisciplinary staff of experienced, local health care providers. We have each chosen to work in hospice and are aware of the privilege it is to walk alongside patients and families on their end-of-life journeys. The work can be difficult and emotionally charged, but it is also sacred and rewarding. We do not use a same-for-all approach but individualize the care we provide to meet each patient’s needs and support families during and after their time with hospice.

Daniel “Scotty” Silva

Executive Director, Daniel” Scotty” Silva, MBA, BAS, RRT has been a Registered Respiratory Therapist in New Mexico for over 30 years, including 9 years at Christus St. Vincents. He has worked in every area of healthcare and now completes his career circle by coming to hospice and joining the Team at Del Corazon Hospice. With his diverse clinical background, it has always been and will always be about: 1) Providing the highest quality of patient care, and 2) Promoting the highest level of patient safety. He recognizes that hospice care is a calling and is very honored to become part of Del Corazon, which has always had a reputation of great patient care and integrity within the community. He is looking forward to enhancing that established legacy and the history that Del Corazon has in New Mexico!

Lynn Jacquez

Director of Clinical Services Lynn Jacquez, RN, has been a nurse for 15 years and has worked in several different areas of nursing, including the last 9 years in hospice care. She feels privileged to work at Del Corazon Hospice alongside a high-quality, caring, and amazing team.

David Rodriguez

Founder and Legacy Leader David S Rodriguez, a lifelong resident of New Mexico with an extensive career in Nursing, Healthcare Administration and Division Director of New Mexico’s Department of Health Federal and State Licensing Regulatory Compliance Bureaus. David has been a Licensed Nurse for 44 years, as well as a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator for 35 years having managed Long Term Care facilities as well as Home Health and Hospice agencies. Since 2011, Del Corazon Hospice has provided end of life care for over 1,500 families in Santa Fe and northern NM communities as well as most recently in Albuquerque and Los Alamos facilities. “We are so rewarded by the profound impact of being invited on the most sacred journey of the families we are so privileged to serve.”

Medical Director/Physician Supervisor and Clinical Care Team Coordinator

Nurse Practitioner

Clinical Services Director

Nursing Supervisor

Registered Nurses

Assess the patient’s physical condition and needs
Design and coordinate individualized Plan of Care
Manage pain and control symptoms
Provide instruction, education, and guidance as needed
Review and update Plan of Care

Hospice Aides

Assist with activities of daily living and homemaker tasks
Provide Personal Care
Offer emotional support to patient and caregivers
Provide instruction, education, and guidance as needed
Update supervising nurse and physician

Medical Social Workers

Assess patient’s social and emotional needs
Assist with obtaining, completing, and submitting legal documents
Provide assessment of financial position
Recommend community resources and referrals
Advise on resources for final arrangements
Provide support for family members and caregivers

Spiritual and Bereavement Counselors

Offer non-denominational spiritual support and guidance
Provide grief and bereavement counseling prior and after patient’s death
Offer bereavement support and materials for family members for 13 months after the passing of the patient
Upon request participate in memorial service