Shannon Mc Comas Denney Msn, Rn, Ne Bc
About Shannon Mc Comas Denney Msn, Rn, Ne Bc
Shannon Mc Comas Denney is the System Director of Innovative Programs at CommonSpirit Health, where she has worked since 2015. She has a background in nursing education and administration, with experience in clinical design and organizational change management.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Shannon Mc Comas Denney has served as the System Director of Innovative Programs at CommonSpirit Health since 2015. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing innovative healthcare programs that enhance patient care and operational efficiency. She has been instrumental in leading the Nursing Operations Integration team and has been recognized as a Culture Champion within the organization. Her responsibilities include facilitating organizational change management strategies for key internal stakeholders, ensuring that initiatives align with the overall goals of the healthcare system.
Education and Expertise
Shannon Mc Comas Denney holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Eastern Kentucky University and a Master of Science in Nursing Administration from the same institution, completed between 1999 and 2000. In addition, she completed a Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate Course at Villanova University in 2019. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in nursing practice and administration, as well as expertise in process improvement methodologies.
Background
Shannon Mc Comas Denney has a diverse professional background in nursing and healthcare administration. She began her career in education as an Associate Faculty member in the RN to BSN Program at Indiana Wesleyan University in 2006. She has held various leadership positions, including Chief Nursing Officer and Associate Administrator at Banner Health from 2009 to 2011, and Director of Education and Clinical Informatics at Frankfort Regional Medical Center from 2007 to 2008.
Achievements
Shannon Mc Comas Denney has contributed significantly to healthcare innovation and education. She served as the primary clinical design architect and co-inventor for the patented Virtually Integrated Care℠ national pilot project. Additionally, she co-authored a successful grant application that secured $1.4 million in funding from HHS/HRSA for an Inter-Collaborative Practice initiative. She also directed a three-year pilot project that explored the role of a virtual nurse in an acute care setting.