Heidi Hamstreet
14508 Evadell Ct Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Accomplished Flight Nurse and Emergency Room Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Air Methods, Hall Ambulance CCT, and Adventist Health Bakersfield. Excelled in critical care nursing and emergency response, enhancing team productivity and patient satisfaction through effective leadership and strong clinical judgment. Expert in hemodynamic monitoring and airway management, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and collaboration in high-pressure environments. Performed various procedures, including endotracheal intubation, and chest tube insertion.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Nurse, Base Lead
Air Methods
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained flight medicine knowledge base by attending mandatory meetings, performing chart and equipment reviews, skills labs and clinical rotations and participating in continuing education sessions for care and transport of critically ill and injured patients.
- Planned, organized and positioned equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
- Provided compassionate support to patients'' families during difficult times while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Supervised enplaning, securing and deplaning of patients and liaised between medical and operational aircrews and support personnel to facilitate multidisciplinary care.
CCT Flight Nurse, CEN, Interim Supervisor
Hall Ambulance
07.2017 - 06.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse, CEN, Per Diem
Adventist Health Bakersfield
06.2014 - 07.2017
- Managed complex cases involving trauma or multiple organ system failures by providing compassionate care alongside advanced clinical interventions.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during times of crisis, helping them navigate through difficult life events.
- Reduced wait times for patients with effective communication between staff members and efficient patient assessments.
CCT Flight Nurse, CEN
Hall Ambulance
05.2010 - 05.2014
- Maintained flight medicine knowledge base by attending mandatory meetings, performing chart and equipment reviews, skills labs and clinical rotations and participating in continuing education sessions for care and transport of critically ill and injured patients.
- Planned, organized and positioned equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
- Provided compassionate support to patients'' families during difficult times while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Streamlined patient handoff process for efficient transfer of care between medical teams.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse,
Adventist Health Bakersfield
06.2010 - 02.2013
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Kern Medical Center
05.2007 - 08.2010
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
UtahAssociate of Science - Biology, Nursing
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05.2007
Skills
Trauma experience
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Patient Education
Airway Management
Critical Care Nursing
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Emergency Response
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Medication and IV administration
Neonatal Resuscitation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Strong Clinical Judgment
Accomplishments
Perfect attendance 2010, 2011 ,2012, 2016, 2017, 2019
California EMS Clinical Excellence Award 2012
Star of Life Recipient 2012
California Ambulance Assoc. Star of Life Recipient 2012
Hall Ambulance CCT Employee of the Year 2012, 2018, 2020
Kern County Emergency Nurse of the Year 2014
Multiple Employee Commendations with Hall Ambulance
Selected AMC Clinical Diaster Response Team 2022
Certification
- Licensed CA RN 705904- exp 10/31/2026
- Wyoming RN- 53413 exp 12/31/2024
- South Dakota RN- R058338 exp 09/30/2025
- North Dakota RN- R55309 exp 12/31/2024
- Nebraska RN- 98123 exp 10/31/2024
- Certified Emergency Nurse 981115202- exp 11/02/28
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, TPATC, MICN, ICEMA,
Timeline
Flight Nurse, Base Lead
Air Methods
06.2022 - 07.2024
CCT Flight Nurse, CEN, Interim Supervisor
Hall Ambulance
07.2017 - 06.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse, CEN, Per Diem
Adventist Health Bakersfield
06.2014 - 07.2017
Emergency Room Registered Nurse,
Adventist Health Bakersfield
06.2010 - 02.2013
CCT Flight Nurse, CEN
Hall Ambulance
05.2010 - 05.2014
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Kern Medical Center
05.2007 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Biology, Nursing
Bakersfield College
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