MAKING IMPACT AS AN AUTONOMOUS MEMBER OF A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
With
Stefanie Edson,
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Royal Hobart Hospital &
Tasmanian State Chapter Secretary
Australian College of Nurse Practitioners
PEOPLE IN HEALTH CARE SEGMENT
Filmed in Hobart | April 2025
Stefanie Edson is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specialising in Emergency Care, with a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes. As the Tasmanian State Chapter Secretary for the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP), Stefanie advocates for the growth and recognition of the Nurse Practitioner profession across Tasmania and beyond.
Before becoming a Nurse Practitioner, Stefanie worked in the COVID-19 Emergency Operations Centre and as the Royal Hobart Hospital After Hours Manager, where she gained valuable experience in managing healthcare operations and patient care during high-pressure situations.
These roles laid the foundation for her leadership skills and passion for emergency care. Stefanie recently completed a Master of Nurse Practitioner at Flinders University, solidifying her expertise in emergency care, leadership, and evidence-based practice. In 2024, she was honoured with the Australian College of Nurses Tour Scholarship, travelling to Türkiye and Greece to expand her global perspective on healthcare practices.
Her professional accomplishments include winning the Poster Competition at the Tasmanian Nursing Symposium and contributing to the 2024 ACNP conference in Cairns. With a focus on innovation and patient care, Stefanie is dedicated to advancing the Nurse Practitioner role and driving excellence in emergency care
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