OUR TEAM
Cameron Macchia - APRN
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Cameron Macchia is a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, holding both a BSN from Chamberlain University and an MSN from the same institution. His early career began as a PCU-Cardiac Nurse at Baptist Downtown’s Heart Hospital, followed by critical care at Baptist South.
Guided by a natural passion for helping others, Cameron is dedicated to delivering top-level care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. He values Jax Housecalls’ mission of meeting patients where they are and believes strongly in the power of compassionate, personalized medicine.
Beyond his professional life, Cameron is a proud father to one daughter. He enjoys traveling, especially cruises, along with golfing and boating.
Christy Carpenter
Operations Director
With over 35 years of healthcare experience, Christy Carpenter brings deep operational expertise and a passion for compassionate care to her role as Operations Director. Before joining Jax Housecalls, Christy led operations at My Choice Housecalls, growing the practice to serve over 3,000 patients across Jacksonville and neighboring counties. Her leadership experience includes hiring, managing, and streamlining systems to improve care delivery.
Christy is a graduate of Jacksonville State University in Alabama and is married to a retired JFRD firefighter. A proud mom of two boys, she enjoys Alabama football, boating, and baseball in her downtime.
What drives Christy every day is the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives. “I go home and I know I made a real difference.” At Jax Housecalls, she finds meaning in supporting a team that genuinely cares—for both patients and one another.
Catherine “Cathy” Odom - APRN, FNP-BC, FMACP
Family Nurse Practitioner
Cathy Odom is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 15 years of experience caring for patients across the lifespan. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Jacksonville University and holds certification from the Functional Medicine Academy. Her clinical expertise spans family medicine, internal medicine, mental health through her service with the VA, and comprehensive care for both pediatric and geriatric patients.
At Jax Housecalls, Cathy is passionate about bringing high-quality, patient-centered care directly to the home. She finds great joy in building lasting relationships with her patients and making a meaningful difference in their lives.
When she’s not seeing patients, Cathy enjoys gardening and nurturing her love of all things green. She is also a proud mother of two and is deeply committed to wellness in both her personal and professional life.
Rachael Shad, APRN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner
Rachael Shad is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong clinical background and a heart for home-based care. She began her nursing career at the Mayo Clinic, specializing in neurosciences and medical-surgical units. Over the past six years, she has focused on in-home infusions, providing safe, high-quality care to patients in the comfort of their homes.
Rachael earned her MSN-FNP from Jacksonville University, holds a BSN from the University of Central Florida, and studied Communication at Florida State University.
At Jax Housecalls, Rachael is passionate about delivering care that truly meets patients where they are. “When people are dealing with health issues that make it hard to get out of the house, it’s such a relief for them to still get good care without the stress of traveling.”
Outside of work, Rachael enjoys time with her husband and two daughters, playing tennis, joining her book club, or catching a good podcast.
Bianka Irizarry, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
Bianka Irizarry is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing compassionate, personalized care. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from United States University and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of West Florida. Her diverse background spans inpatient and outpatient care, including primary care, geriatrics, maternity, telehealth, and wellness-focused practices.
At Jax Housecalls, Bianka loves meeting patients where they are—literally and figuratively. She finds fulfillment in supporting healthier, more independent lives through trust-based, home-centered care.
Outside of work, Bianka enjoys traveling the world, spending time at the beach with family and friends, reading, trying new recipes, and, of course, shopping. She is also a proud parent of three adult children, who keep her grounded and inspired.
Estera Vatamaniuc, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner
Estera Vatamaniuc is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care across all ages. She specializes in family practice and is experienced in diagnosing, prescribing, and managing treatment plans for a wide range of conditions. Estera is particularly passionate about preventive care and health education, helping patients take proactive steps toward long-term wellness.
Before entering family practice, Estera built a strong foundation in critical care while working in the Intensive Care Unit. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Loyola University Chicago.
Certifications & Affiliations:
ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
Member, American Nurses Association
Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
American Heart Association CPR Certified
Javier Barrero, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner
Javier Barrero is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with advanced training and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Seattle University, along with a Master of Science from DePaul University. His clinical journey began on the Med-Surg floor at Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL, followed by the Telemetry Unit at West Boca Medical Center.
Javier is passionate about helping patients who may face challenges accessing traditional care settings. He focuses on managing chronic conditions and promoting wellness directly in patients’ homes, ensuring care is both accessible and meaningful.
In his free time, Javier enjoys exploring the outdoors, whether hiking or spending time at the beach. He also loves reading—often non-fiction, though he’s recently been diving into literary classics.