Our Team
Blue Water Homecare will help you or your loved one’s age in place and on your terms. When choosing Blue Water Homecare, families are cared for by the leading professionals in the industry. We always have a Registered Nurse on duty. Call us at 512-872-2955 for a complimentary consultation and safety evaluation in your home. Blue Water Homecare is available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.
Travis Prescott
Founder, MBA
Finance, Technology, Process
Travis Prescott is a founder of Blue Water Homecare. He is responsible for finance, technology, human resources and business processes for the company.
Mr. Prescott spent 25 years before Blue Water engineering and managing software solutions for companies ranging in size from tiny startups to Fortune 500 companies. He built systems in the areas of technology, finance, marketing, legal, and operations. These projects ran the gamut of industries including healthcare, entertainment, travel, oil & gas, real estate, online commerce, finance, banking, state & federal government, affiliate marketing, and insurance. Mr. Prescott also owns part of a jazz record label and occasionally still does press for that organization.
Mr. Prescott earned a BBA in Finance from The University of North Texas in 1990 and an MBA from St. Edwards University in 1997 while working full time.
When Mr. Prescott is not serving the stakeholders of Blue Water, he can be found playing bass in various bands or hanging out with his and Jennifer’s four children and a sad-eyed basset hound named Molly.
Founder
Travis Prescott, MBA
Travis Prescott is a founder of Blue Water Homecare. He is responsible for finance, technology, human resources and business processes for the company.
Mr. Prescott spent 25 years before Blue Water engineering and managing software solutions for companies ranging in size from tiny startups to Fortune 500 companies. He built systems in the areas of technology, finance, marketing, legal, and operations. These projects ran the gamut of industries including healthcare, entertainment, travel, oil & gas, real estate, online commerce, finance, banking, state & federal government, affiliate marketing, and insurance. Mr. Prescott also owns part of a jazz record label and occasionally still does press for that organization.
Mr. Prescott earned a BBA in Finance from The University of North Texas in 1990 and an MBA from St. Edwards University in 1997 while working full time.
When Mr. Prescott is not serving the stakeholders of Blue Water, he can be found playing bass in various bands or hanging out with his and Jennifer’s four children and a sad-eyed basset hound named Molly.
Nicole McMahan
Executive Director of Hospice Services
Nicole McMahan is the Executive Director of Hospice Services at Blue Water Hospice. She has more than 16 years of experience in senior care leadership, spending 11 years in long-term care and five years in hospice. Before joining the Blue Water team, Nicole managed the daily operations of a hospice agency and delivered a rare deficiency-free survey.
Nicole takes pride in mentoring others, and has successfully trained new executive directors across multiple states. When asked about how she would describe her career she shared, “Nursing was my calling, teaching is my passion, and leading is what inspires me. I am motivated by being of service to others.”
Nicole and her family have lived in Cedar Park, Texas since 2006. She enjoys spending time with her family, is a musical theater lover, and a devoted CASA volunteer. In 2023, Nicole was honored to receive the Sunshine in the Medical Field award from Hill Country Community Ministries for her commitment to excellence and being an inspiration to others.
Nicole McMahan
Executive Director of Hospice Services
Nicole McMahan is the Executive Director of Hospice Services at Blue Water Hospice. She has more than 16 years of experience in senior care leadership, spending 11 years in long-term care and five years in hospice. Before joining the Blue Water team, Nicole managed the daily operations of a hospice agency and delivered a rare deficiency-free survey.
Nicole takes pride in mentoring others, and has successfully trained new executive directors across multiple states. When asked about how she would describe her career she shared, “Nursing was my calling, teaching is my passion, and leading is what inspires me. I am motivated by being of service to others.”
Nicole and her family have lived in Cedar Park, Texas since 2006. She enjoys spending time with her family, is a musical theater lover, and a devoted CASA volunteer.
Denise Salinas
Director of Client Services
Denise Salinas is the Director of Client Services at Blue Water Homecare. In this role, Ms. Salinas specializes in making sure our Blue Water families get the best care possible.
Ms. Salinas is a Certified Nursing Assistant with over 12 years experience in senior care. She started with Blue Water as a CNA and over the last 3 years has worked in numerous roles resulting in the dynamic growth of the company. Ms. Salinas serves as the official training professional for Blue Water and created the mentor program and Blue Water University that trains the best caregivers in central Texas. The mentor program has resulted in a 60% improvement in the average tenure of the company’s care professionals. In all she does, Ms. Salinas provides exceptional, compassionate care to seniors through training and compassionate leadership.
When not caring for seniors in our community, Denise can be found at her favorite Mexican food restaurant with her husband or relaxing at home with her pet ferret, Gizmo and Chloe the Super-Chihuahua.
Denise Salinas
Director of Client Services
Denise Salinas is the Director of Client Services at Blue Water Homecare. In this role, Ms. Salinas specializes in making sure our Blue Water families get the best care possible.
Ms. Salinas is a Certified Nursing Assistant with over 12 years experience in senior care. She started with Blue Water as a CNA and over the last 3 years has worked in numerous roles resulting in the dynamic growth of the company. Ms. Salinas serves as the official training professional for Blue Water and created the mentor program and Blue Water University that trains the best caregivers in central Texas. The mentor program has resulted in a 60% improvement in the average tenure of the company’s care professionals. In all she does, Ms. Salinas provides exceptional, compassionate care to seniors through training and compassionate leadership.
When not caring for seniors in our community, Denise can be found at her favorite Mexican food restaurant with her husband or relaxing at home with her pet ferret, Gizmo and Chloe the Super-Chihuahua.
Mary Jensen,
SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Director of HR
Mary Jensen is a seasoned HR professional who brings a wealth of experience to Blue Water Homecare. Ms. Jensen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resource Management from the University of Colorado. She has built HR departments from the ground up in 3 different organizations and has developed successful recruitment and retention strategies designed to drive workforce engagement to achieve high performance and customer satisfaction during periods of growth and acquisitions. Being a one-person department in three medium sized organizations gave Ms. Jensen specialized expertise in all areas of human resources. Much of her work experience has been in organizations that provide services to the elderly including 17 years at a continuing care retirement facility in Minnesota and experience at an Austin based Home Health and Hospice organization.
Ms. Jensen was born in Texas but grew up in Colorado and has lived in Wyoming, North Carolina and Minnesota before moving back to Texas 6 years ago. Mary is married to her best friend Mark, and has a daughter, Melanie who lives in NYC. In her spare time she enjoys reading, traveling, and hiking in the Colorado mountains.
Mary Jensen, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Director of HR
Mary Jensen is a seasoned HR professional who brings a wealth of experience to Blue Water Homecare. Ms. Jensen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resource Management from the University of Colorado. She has built HR departments from the ground up in 3 different organizations and has developed successful recruitment and retention strategies designed to drive workforce engagement to achieve high performance and customer satisfaction during periods of growth and acquisitions. Being a one-person department in three medium sized organizations gave Ms. Jensen specialized expertise in all areas of human resources. Much of her work experience has been in organizations that provide services to the elderly including 17 years at a continuing care retirement facility in Minnesota and experience at an Austin based Home Health and Hospice organization.
Ms. Jensen was born in Texas but grew up in Colorado and has lived in Wyoming, North Carolina and Minnesota before moving back to Texas 6 years ago. Mary is married to her best friend Mark, and has a daughter, Melanie who lives in NYC. In her spare time she enjoys reading, traveling, and hiking in the Colorado mountains.
Jennifer Passons
Account Executive
Jennifer Passons is an Account Executive with Blue Water Homecare and Hospice.
She earned her degree in Fine Arts at Mississippi State University and has 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has a background in family practice management, DME sales, home health and hospice sales, and homecare sales.
Jennifer’s servant heart drew her to the homecare and hospice industry and being able to provide hope and assistance to patients and their loved ones is her passion. She enjoys hosting painting and craft classes at senior living communities and loves to see the joy it brings to others. Jennifer believes painting is therapeutic on many levels – being creative, using fine motor skills and being able to express yourself is rewarding and good brain exercise.
Jennifer moved to Round Rock, Texas in 2006 after having lived in Greece for 10 years. She is also passionate about football, painting, reading, and spending quality time with her two young daughters (whom she hopes will attend Mississippi State University).
Jennifer Passons,
Account Executive
Jennifer Passons is an Account Executive with Blue Water Homecare and Hospice.
She earned her degree in Fine Arts at Mississippi State University and has 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has a background in family practice management, DME sales, home health and hospice sales, and homecare sales.
Jennifer’s servant heart drew her to the homecare and hospice industry and being able to provide hope and assistance to patients and their loved ones is her passion. She enjoys hosting painting and craft classes at senior living communities and loves to see the joy it brings to others. Jennifer believes painting is therapeutic on many levels – being creative, using fine motor skills and being able to express yourself is rewarding and good brain exercise.
Jennifer moved to Round Rock, Texas in 2006 after having lived in Greece for 10 years. She is also passionate about football, painting, reading, and spending quality time with her two young daughters (whom she hopes will attend Mississippi State University).
Adam Green,
Account Executive
Adam Green is an Account Executive with Blue Water Homecare and Hospice.
Adam has over six years of experience working in a variety of hospital and clinical positions including caring for people with Alzheimer’s, hands-on emergency care, and medical equipment sales. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Hawaii. While in Hawaii, he enjoyed working at a fruit farm on the active volcano of Kilauea and spent two months training in mindfulness practices through yoga and meditation in the mountains of Nepal.
Adam believes every stage of life provides its own challenges and opportunities. He has seen how the end-of-life process can be a burden on patients and their family – and how it can uplift them. For this reason, he’s passionate about providing exceptional support and guidance to patients and their families during this challenging time. His empathetic approach and commitment to personalized care make him an invaluable resource, collaborating closely with healthcare professionals, coordinating care plans, and advocating for patients’ wishes, ensuring a meaningful and dignified patient experience.
When not working, you can find Adam pursuing fitness goals, engaging in thoughtful discussion with friends, and enjoying the sunshine and hiking local trails.
Adam Green
Account Executive
Adam Green is an Account Executive with Blue Water Homecare and Hospice.
Adam has over six years of experience working in a variety of hospital and clinical positions including caring for people with Alzheimer’s, hands-on emergency care, and medical equipment sales. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Hawaii. While in Hawaii, he enjoyed working at a fruit farm on the active volcano of Kilauea and spent two months training in mindfulness practices through yoga and meditation in the mountains of Nepal.
Adam believes every stage of life provides its own challenges and opportunities. He has seen how the end-of-life process can be a burden on patients and their family – and how it can uplift them. For this reason, he’s passionate about providing exceptional support and guidance to patients and their families during this challenging time. His empathetic approach and commitment to personalized care make him an invaluable resource, collaborating closely with healthcare professionals, coordinating care plans, and advocating for patients’ wishes, ensuring a meaningful and dignified patient experience.
When not working, you can find Adam pursuing fitness goals, engaging in thoughtful discussion with friends, and enjoying the sunshine and hiking local trails.
Dakota Croxton,
Manager, Caregiver Engagement and Success
Dakota Croxton is the Manager of Caregiver Engagement and Success at Blue Water Homecare. In this role, Dakota specializes in helping caregivers grow their skills in order to provide the best possible care for Blue Water families.
Dakota is a Certified Nursing Assistant with over seven years’ experience in senior care. She started with Blue Water as a Certifed Nursing Assistant and over the last five years has worked in numerous positions, playing an instrumental role in the company’s rapid growth.
Dakota serves as the official caregiver trainer for Blue Water and leads our mentoring program, Blue Water University. During her tenure in these roles, the company has seen both a decrease in customer complaints and a 20% improvement in client surveys. Above all, Dakota is known for her grace-filled leadership and ability to engage caregivers to provide superior customer service and care.
When not caring for seniors in our community, Dakota enjoys spending quality time in her backyard oasis with her husband, son, and adorable dachshund Sir Duke.
Dakota Croxton,
Manager, Caregiver Engagement and Success
Dakota Croxton is the Manager of Caregiver Engagement and Success at Blue Water Homecare. In this role, Dakota specializes in helping caregivers grow their skills in order to provide the best possible care for Blue Water families.
Dakota is a Certified Nursing Assistant with over seven years’ experience in senior care. She started with Blue Water as a Certifed Nursing Assistant and over the last five years has worked in numerous positions, playing an instrumental role in the company’s rapid growth.
Dakota serves as the official caregiver trainer for Blue Water and leads our mentoring program, Blue Water University. During her tenure in these roles, the company has seen both a decrease in customer complaints and a 20% improvement in client surveys. Above all, Dakota is known for grace-filled leadership and her ability to engage caregivers.
When not caring for seniors in our community, Dakota enjoys spending quality time in her backyard oasis with her husband, son, and adorable dachshund Sir Duke.
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