ANNE MCCABE
Bulverde,TX
Summary
Seeking to transition into new field after developing key skills in high-intensity, patient-centered environment. Expertise in patient care, emergency response, and critical decision-making, fostering calm and efficient approach in urgent situations. Looking to apply these skills to new challenges and contribute effectively in Education role.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home-Based Primary Care
Audie Murphy Veteran's Administration Hospital
San Antonio, TX
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Critical thinking, managing a caseload of 30 patients, ALS vent-dependent, CHF management, diabetes, ESRD, PTSD, TBI, utilization review, worked cohesively with the interdisciplinary team and physician, and served as the unit chair for the unit-based council
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care home setting, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
Cardiac ICU
Veteran's Administration Hospital San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Critical thinking, time management, care of cardiogenic shock patients, balloon, pump management, MI CHF, time management, collaborating with peers, preceptor, involved in the pathway to excellence
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing Cardiac ICU processes and patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients in the Cardiac ICU.
- Developed strong relationships with physicians and fellow nurses through open communication channels, promoting a teamwork-driven environment for optimal patient care.
MICU
Brooke Army Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
07.2012 - 07.2016
- Code management, proficiency with ACLS algorithms, multi-system organ failure, care of active-duty veterans serving our country, vent and vasopressor management, DKA ketoacidosis management, infection control representative, Charge Nurse role
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
IMCU/ICU
CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA MEDICAL CENTER
San Antonio, TX
09.2001 - 07.2012
- Managing cardiac conditions, recovering cardiac cath patients, vent and vasopressor management, CRRT, Unit based chair for Unit council, mentor, charge nurse
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Case Manager RN
Carolina's Home Care
Charlotte, NC
01.2000 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: Charlotte, NC
- Provided intermittent skilled nursing visits to Medicare, insurance, and indigent populations, developed proficiency with oasis assessments and required documentation, and worked as a cohesive team member
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
Hospital Liaison
St. Francis Medical Center
Shakopee, MN
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Company Overview: Case Manager
- Experience included initiating home care and hospice referrals in the hospital, marketing to physicians, and developing and managing programs teaching pre- and post-op total knee surgery patients
- Improved patient satisfaction by streamlining communication between hospital departments and external healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with case managers to monitor insurance coverage limitations for hospitalized patients, minimizing financial burdens on families during times of crisis.
Supervisor
Denver Visiting Nurses
Denver, CO
01.1993 - 01.1996
- Company Overview: Home Care and Hospice
- Experience with supervising 200 employees, problem-solving, triage for nurses in the field, hospice patients and their families, provided customer service for patients and families when administrative presence was needed
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
Infusion Therapy Nurse
Coram Health Care
St. Paul, MN
01.1990 - 01.1993
- Company Overview: Infusion Therapy
- Managed case IV therapy patients, home chemotherapy, TPN, and blood transfusions; responsible for teaching patients and their families about infusion therapy; collaborated closely with physicians on marketing and establishing infusion therapy.
Case Manager RN
Healthspan Home Care and Hospice
Roseville, MN
01.1986 - 08.1990
- Company Overview: Home care and Hospice
- Developed experience with hospice patients and their families, managed caseload of patients - responsible for determining skilled needs, insurance reimbursement, prioritizing patient acuity levels, instrumental in developing on-call system for 300 patients
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
Registered Nurse
Veteran's Administration Hospital
Minneapolis, MN
06.1983 - 06.1986
- Company Overview: Medical/Surgical Nursing
- Developed experience with medical/surgical patients, assumed charge nurse responsibility, involved in research to improve patient education
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
BA - NURSING
UNIVERSITY OF ST. CATHERINE
Saint Paul, MN05.2026
MSN - Nursing Education
University of St. Catherine
St. Paul, MN05-2026
Skills
- Basic life support/ACLS
- Compassionate care
- Case management
- Compassion and empathy
- Training and mentoring
Certification
CCRN certification
Timeline
Home-Based Primary Care
Audie Murphy Veteran's Administration Hospital
08.2019 - 08.2023
Cardiac ICU
Veteran's Administration Hospital San Antonio
01.2018 - 07.2019
MICU
Brooke Army Medical Center
07.2012 - 07.2016
IMCU/ICU
CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA MEDICAL CENTER
09.2001 - 07.2012
Case Manager RN
Carolina's Home Care
01.2000 - 01.2012
Hospital Liaison
St. Francis Medical Center
01.1996 - 01.1998
Supervisor
Denver Visiting Nurses
01.1993 - 01.1996
Infusion Therapy Nurse
Coram Health Care
01.1990 - 01.1993
Case Manager RN
Healthspan Home Care and Hospice
01.1986 - 08.1990
Registered Nurse
Veteran's Administration Hospital
06.1983 - 06.1986
BA - NURSING
UNIVERSITY OF ST. CATHERINE
MSN - Nursing Education
University of St. Catherine