Ilya Guryanov BSN, RN (pictured above)
Staff Nurse II
KP Nurse Residency Program
At 16, Ilya participated in the Kaiser Permanente high school internship program, which set the stage for his health care career. At 18, he was a Patient Care Technician at Sacramento Medical Center. He was accepted into the KP Nurse Residency Program in 2024 and now works as a Staff Nurse II.
“Kaiser Permanente shaped my nursing journey, providing support, practical experience, and professional development…”
Ace Delosantos BSN, RN, MEDSURG-BC
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Staff Nurse IV, 5th Floor.
KP Nurse Scholars Scholarship Program
Ace began his nursing career in 2011 working in long-term care and he joined Kaiser Permanente as a Staff Nurse II in the Medical/Telemetry unit in 2016. He is actively involved in projects, the Unit Practice Council, and the Professional Practice Committee. In 2023, he enrolled in the Samuel Merritt University MSN program through the KP Nurse Scholars Academy scholarship program, focusing on clinical leadership and education. He also serves as a preceptor, mentor for the clinical ladder, and Magnet Navigator.
“I’m pursuing my Master of Science in Nursing Degree to deepen my understanding of the areas I’m passionate about, like evidence-based practice and specialized care. For me, furthering my education is like building my career toolkit. Nursing is not just my job but my profession. I’m invested in it.”
Ella Silchenko ADN, RN, GERO- BC
Staff Nurse IV, 5th Floor.
KP Specialty Certification Voucher Program
Ella started her career in health care as a Medical Assistant and then pursued nursing. In 2006, she joined Kaiser Permanente-Sacramento, where she has remained since as a Staff Nurse on the 5th Floor. In 2024, she earned her Gerontological Nursing Certification (GERO- BC™) board certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center leveraging on a KP-sponsored Geriatric Review Course and the Nurse Scholars Academy certification voucher program. Ella also completed the NICHE Geriatric Resource Nurse Program at Sacramento Medical Center.
“Pursuing my geriatric certification (GERO-BC) was an intentional step to continue growing professionally and personally. It was about enhancing my knowledge of geriatric care and becoming a stronger resource for my coworkers, especially as our patient population ages.”
Johnhay Ancheta BSN, RN
Staff Nurse II, ICU
KP NCAL Transition to Practice Program (ICU Fellowship)
Before becoming a nurse, Johnhay was a preschool and school-age teacher. He started his nursing career at Kaiser Permanente in 2011 and has been an active member of various hospital committees, earning his Staff Nurse IV. In 2024, he joined the ICU Transition to Practice, a six-month program of combined didactic, clinical experience in the unit and skills enhancement sessions. Johnhay joined the Sacramento ICU team as a staff nurse on the night shift.
“After spending ten years in the med-surg telemetry unit, I knew I was ready for a new challenge and to take my nursing career in a different direction. I’ve always been drawn to critical care, so when the opportunity to join the ICU fellowship program came up, I didn’t hesitate—I knew this was my chance to grow and learn. It’s an exciting step that reflects my passion for expanding my skills and taking on a role where I can make an even more significant impact.”