Heather Hurless

Driven critical care nurse dedicated to lifelong learning and professional growth. Seeking a nursing position in the healthcare field where I can apply my knowledge, skills, and compassion to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. With a dedicated military career in high operations tempo career fields, I bring valuable leadership experience and a strong commitment to patient care, collaborating effectively with diverse teams. Quick-thinking Critical Care Registered Nurse with experience in one of the busiest Emergency Department in Nevada. Adept at providing immediate care and working closely with staff to ensure successful practices. Committed to best-in-class departmental communication and accurate triaging.

• Nevada Registered Professional Nurse License
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) (2026)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (2026)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (2026)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) (2028)
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (2028)

• Team RWB, Warner Robins Chapter, Social Director
• Oral and Written Communication to include advanced level Microsoft Office Suite
• Task Management and Problem Solving
• Cross-Functional Teamwork
• Research
• Process improvement
• Regulatory Compliance
• Collaboration and Clinical Services

• Human Resources Senior Enlisted Leader, 06/19, 02/22, US Air Force, Nellis AFB, NV, Led a team of 15 supervisors and employees, providing guidance and mentorship to Human Resource professionals on education, training and HR initiatives., Planned, organized and oversaw staff workload to provide education and training for a 250-person Group made up of 30 different specialty career fields., Interpreted Department of Defense and Higher Headquarters directives, organizational policies, and procedures, implementing applicable changes locally., Championed Innovation and Staff Development; analyzed job performance data, conducted occupational analysis, identified standardized workflows and assessed the efficacy of existing workplace programs.
• Civil Engineer Unit Training and Development Manager, 09/16, 06/19, US Air Force, Nellis AFB, NV, Developed, delivered, and evaluated Education and Training program for 200+ member high operations tempo squadron consisting of 23 Civil Engineer, Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Support specialties., Collected and analyzed job performance data and conducted occupational analysis surveys., Determined adequacy of existing courses and programs., Validated formal Training requirements to maintain licensure and certifications for all employees., Defined cost-effective methods to deliver education and training., Created materials to support objectives and contacted vendors to supply training when required., Responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of the organization’s learning management system, ensuring seamless access to training materials, tracking learner progress, and facilitating user support.
• Flying Unit Training and Development Manager, 09/11, 09/16, US Air Force, Robins AFB, GA, Developed, delivered, and evaluated Education and Training program for 200+ member high operations tempo squadron consisting of 23 Civil Engineer, Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Support specialties., Collected and analyzed job performance data and conducted occupational analysis surveys., Determined adequacy of existing courses and programs., Validated formal Training requirements to maintain licensure and certifications for all employees., Defined cost-effective methods to deliver education and training., Created materials to support objectives and contacted vendors to supply training when required., Responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of the organization’s learning management system, ensuring seamless access to training materials, tracking learner progress, and facilitating user support.
• Health Services Management Supervisor, 11/02, 09/11, US Air Force, Robins AFB, GA, Responsible for patient management, medical records, and resource management., Supervised a team of 10 skilled administrators, ensuring compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency., Accountable to handle complex tasks and maintain accurate patient records., Directed patient management functions, including admissions, discharges, and transfers., Prepared and maintained health records to ensure accuracy and confidentiality., Transcribed physicians’ orders and managed clinical record cover sheets., Oversaw TRICARE contract management and enrollment.