MHealth Fairview EMS proudly recognizes Critical Care Paramedic Stacy Jensen as a Star of Life for her extraordinary dedication, leadership, and compassion. Stacy was recently honored with the prestigious Minnesota Star of Life Award for her unwavering commitment to her patients, her colleagues, and the EMS profession.

Recognizing the unique challenges faced by frontline caregivers, Stacy spearheaded the creation of a Peer Support network within MHealth Fairview EMS. Working closely with the organization’s support services, she built a program that provides vital outreach and resources for team members in need. Under her leadership, the program has trained colleagues to be compassionate, informed resources for their peers, fostering a culture of empathy, resilience, and support across the department.

Stacy’s commitment to mental health advocacy also extends beyond her agency. As a multi-year rider in the National EMS Memorial Bike Ride, she has pedaled more than 2,000 miles to honor fallen EMS professionals and raise awareness for the importance of mental health in emergency services.

Her peers describe her as a tireless advocate, a trusted mentor, and a steady source of strength. Whether leading an initiative, responding on scene, or supporting a colleague in crisis, Stacy embodies the highest ideals of the EMS profession.

MHealth Fairview EMS is honored to celebrate Stacy Jensen as an American Ambulance Association Star of Life.

Marcia Anderson has served as an outstanding medic, teacher, and mentor for her many years in EMS. No one has more dedication and passion for our profession than she.

Marcia has worked as a Paramedic for M Health Fairview for more than 30 years. During that time, she has held many roles and has had a positive impact on many people; Paramedic, FTO, FTEP Training Specialist, Educator, Mentor, and Wellness Advocate. Marcia is dedicated to bettering herself and our profession through educational opportunities, and as such she has earned numerous instructor certifications and attained the rank of Critical Care Paramedic, FP-C. Marcia has contributed to the development of EMS in Dakota County by providing extensive training to First Responders and the general public as well as building strong EMS professionals in her role as Educator with Century College Paramedic program.

Marcia is a strong promoter and advocate for better mental health and wellness for EMS professionals. As an active rider with the National EMS Memorial Bike Ride for several years, Marcia has peddled more than 1,000 miles, bringing awareness to the mental and physical strain mobile healthcare professionals take on, as well as memorializing those EMS professionals who left us too soon.

A top-tier EMS clinician, educator, mentor, and role model, Marcia epitomizes the spirit of the Star of Life.