Meet Our Nursing Leaders: Barbara Byrne, DNP, RN, CPNP, CPON

Director of Pediatric Nursing and Clinical Services
American Family Children's Hospital

Why do you enjoy working for UW Hospital and Clinics?

"I have been a part of this organization for many years. I feel very privileged to work with an interdisciplinary team of health care professionals that always put patient safety and quality care first. This team provides a patient and family centered approach that values the power of communication between team members and our patients and their families. Knowing by working together we are making a difference in the lives of these children and their families is extremely rewarding."

Education

• Masters of Science in Nursing, University of Wisconsin Madison
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Areas of responsibility

• American Family Children's Hospital inpatient units including critical care
• Pediatric Diagnostic and Therapy Center
• Child Life