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TERESA BYRD

Lebanon,IN

Summary

Professional nurse with experience in vascular access and occupational health, committed to enhancing workplace safety and employee well-being. Strong skills in clinical assessment, injury management, Picc placement and health education. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results in dynamic environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Occupational Health

IU Health Employer Solutions
07.2024 - Current
  • Conducted health assessments and screenings to identify employee wellness needs.
  • Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.
  • Enhanced employee productivity by providing prompt and effective medical care for work-related illnesses and injuries.
  • Educated all employees on flu symptoms, illness prevention, benefits of good hygiene and smoking cessation programs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address employee health concerns effectively.
  • Provided training on injury prevention and ergonomic practices for staff members.
  • Provided random, post incident and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
  • First aid for injuries and personal wellness visits.

RN Vascular Access

IU Health
04.2009 - 04.2025
  • Place ultrasound guided picc lines, midline, piv and lab draws for both adult and older pediatric patients
  • Line placement at multiple IU Health Hospitals
  • Charge Nurse, managing staff at multiple hospitals and fielding calls from doctors and nurses on their patients access needs
  • Preceptor for new hires on the use of the ultrasound and placement of picc line/midlines/piv and lab draws
  • Educated patients and families on how to care for their line and how to prevent infection
  • Advocating for the patients to the provider for the best and most appropriate access need.

RN/Vascular Access

VA Roudebush Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Place Ultrasound guided Picc lines, Midlines, PIV and lab draws.
  • Collaborate with patient providers to provide best care and access possible.
  • Educate patients and families on risk and benefits of access needs.

RN A4N Trauma/Surgery

IU Health
06.2005 - 04.2009
  • Cared for 4-5 adult patients which included vitals, bathing, dressing changes, IV starts, education to both patient and their families on disease process and outcome
  • Preceptor for new hires/graduates
  • Charge Nurse.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech
Indianapolis, IN
01.2005

Bachelor of Science - Biology

IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN
01.2001

Skills

  • PICC line placement by ultrasound
  • Staff Development and Precepting
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Reliable & trustworthy
  • Conflict resolution
  • Midline placement by ultrasound
  • Diagnostic tools experience
  • Health promotion
  • First aid administration
  • Injury assessment
  • Team building
  • Multitasking
  • Supervision & leadership
  • Drug and alcohol testing

Certification

  • Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana, License number 28164464A
  • BLS Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Occupational Health

IU Health Employer Solutions
07.2024 - Current

RN/Vascular Access

VA Roudebush Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2024

RN Vascular Access

IU Health
04.2009 - 04.2025

RN A4N Trauma/Surgery

IU Health
06.2005 - 04.2009

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech

Bachelor of Science - Biology

IUPUI

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