In her new role at SVHC, Byrne's responsibilities includes administrative management of the Education and Organizational Development department, which provides diabetes education, wound care management, library services, audio-visual and meeting support services, clinical support and education services, career path development, e-learning technology and management education for all SVHC entities.

Byrne most recently served as Director of Healthcare Education for the past five years for Wuesthoff Health System, a two-hospital system in Rockledge, FL. She served as a Senior Manager with Deloitte Consulting Group assisting clients with process improvement and cost savings initiatives. She also worked with Booz, Allen and Hamilton as a Senior Consultant facilitating client teams in reducing wait times, increasing patient satisfaction and developing training materials.

Byrne has a Master's degree in Health Service Administration from the University of St. Francis in Joliet, IL, and has served as a Lieutenant with the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps. From 2006-2007, Byrne served as president of the Florida Society for Healthcare Education and Training. Additionally, she co-authored the book "The Successful Leadership Development Program," which was published in 2006.

"I am delighted Jo-Ann is joining our growing organization," said Jan Lipsky, SVHC Senior Vice President, Organizational Effectiveness. "Her skills and experience will be a valued asset as St. Vincent's moves forward as a learning organization."