CTE Graduate Profile

CAREER PATH

Stephanie Barnes, APRN

During high school I was able to earn several college credits prior to graduation. I then continued with my nursing pre requisites at the local community college, Spoon River College while continuing to work part time. I gained entrance into Methodist College of Nursing where I earned by Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in May of 2008. After graduation I worked in various areas of nursing including critical care, emergency department and case management. While gaining experience in the nursing field I chose to further my education in nursing and earned my Master ’s Degree in Nursing through OSF Saint Francis College of Nursing. I am now a family nurse practitioner in my home county and have the great opportunity to serve my community.

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS NEEDED FOR THIS CAREER

HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDED

Lewistown High School Lewistown, Illinois – Fulton County

Excellent communications skills (verbal, written, etc.), ability to and willingness to work with a variety of different people with varying personalities and backgrounds, cultural competence, willingness to adapt to an ever changing environment.

CTE DEPARTMENT/CLASSES ENROLLED IN DURING HIGH SCHOOL

Cooperative Education

ADVICE TO HIGH SCHOOL CTE STUDENTS

CURRENT JOB TITLE

Family Nurse Practitioner

Take advantage of all your program has to offer. You don't have to know exactly what your lifelong plan is as soon as you turn 18 and graduate. This is the time to explore your options and find where your passion lies. Work hard and find your path.

PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT

Graham Medical Group Canton, Illinois

CAREER PATHWAY

HOW HAS CTE MADE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR LIFE/CAREER?

Health Sciences and Technology

My high school Co-Op program allowed me to take a good look at what I wanted out of life and begin working toward achieving it. The program, and the faculty, were instrumental in encouraging me to work hard, chase my dreams, and be tenacious.