Health Sciences Building C3143
2631 E. Discovery Parkway
Bloomington, IN 47408
2631 E. Discovery Parkway
Bloomington, IN 47408
Education
- PhD, Indiana State University
- MSN, Indiana State University
- BSN, Indiana State University
- Practical Nursing Certificate, Ivy Tech Community College
Biography
After earning her BSN from Indiana State University, Professor Barnes began her nursing career working in long-term care administration. She transitioned into critical care nursing and has a passion for cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery care. After earning her MSN in nursing education from Indiana State University, she began work as a clinical educator within the acute and critical care environment. She now serves as faculty for both didactic and clinical care courses. Dr. Barnes received her PhD from Indiana State University; the topic of her dissertation is curriculum, instruction, and media technology, with a focus on simulation within the nursing curriculum.
When not pursuing professional growth, she enjoys spending time with her three small children. While she will look back on her nursing career and its positive impact, she believes her greatest legacy will be her children.