Stephanie Dufek
About Stephanie Dufek
Stephanie Dufek is a Medical Countermeasures Covid-19 Technical Specialist and a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at Alaska Regional Hospital. With a diverse background in healthcare and emergency services, she has extensive training and experience in patient assessment and emergency care.
Work at Municipality of Anchorage
Stephanie Dufek has been serving as a Medical Countermeasures Covid-19 Technical Specialist at the Municipality of Anchorage since 2020. In this role, she is involved in the management and implementation of strategies related to COVID-19 response efforts. Her work contributes to the municipality's public health initiatives aimed at mitigating the impact of the pandemic in the community.
Current Role at Alaska Regional Hospital
Since 2021, Stephanie Dufek has worked as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at Alaska Regional Hospital. In this capacity, she is responsible for monitoring and assessing patients throughout their emergency room visits. She intervenes and reports any problematic trends, ensuring that patients receive appropriate care during critical situations. Her role requires collaboration with physicians, technicians, and nursing peers in a fast-paced environment.
Previous Experience at Anchorage Fire Department
Prior to her nursing career, Stephanie Dufek worked as a Dispatcher for the Anchorage Fire Department from 2015 to 2021. During her six years in this position, she managed emergency communications and coordinated responses to various incidents, gaining valuable experience in emergency management and public safety.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie Dufek holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Alaska Anchorage, which she completed from 2018 to 2021. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Small Business Administration/Management from Columbia Southern University between 2016 and 2019. Additionally, she has an Associate of Science in Fire Science/Fire-fighting from Columbia Southern University and has studied Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies at Indiana University Kokomo. Her educational background equips her with a diverse skill set applicable to both healthcare and management.
Training and Professional Development
Stephanie Dufek completed extensive high-fidelity training through the StaRN program, which enhances nursing skills and prepares individuals for the demands of emergency care. This training supports her ability to provide education and comfort measures to patients, further contributing to her effectiveness in the Emergency Department.