Hobbies/Sports:
Sewing; Bicycling; Swimming; Traveling; Reading
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program, Loyola University Chicago (2003); Master of Science in Nursing, University of Kentucky at Lexington; Nurse Practitioner Training, University of Kentucky at Lexington; Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Michigan (1979); Associate Degree in Nursing, Grand Rapids Community College
Affiliations Awards:
Alaska Nurse Practitioner Association; American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Work History:
Nursing Corps, U.S. Air Force Reserve (1990-2002); U.S. Air Force Nurse Corps (1979-1990)
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Sterner's tenacity separates her from her peers.
Expanded Biography:
Ms. Sterner is a retired lieutenant colonel. She was a member of the Air Force Nurse Corps for 22 years, 10 of which she was on active duty and 12 of which she was a reservist.
Charity:
Volunteer, Local Church; Local Soup Kitchen
Number Of Years In Profession:
32
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work and good fortune.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her interest in the health care field.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing the family health care practice, including both pediatric and geriatric services; Educating patients on diabetes and hypertension
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Sterner intends to continue working as a nurse practitioner.