Kyrie Bretz MSN, RN
Huntington
Summary
MSN-prepared forensic nurse and Aeromedical Evacuation Technician serving in a Standards & Evaluations role with the USAF Reserve, with over 10 years of nursing experience in emergency and community care settings. Qualified on C-130, C-17, KC-135, KC-46, and C-5 aircraft and experienced in high-acuity, operational, and mission-critical medical environments supporting contingency operations. Combines clinical leadership, readiness evaluation, and trauma-informed practice to improve patient outcomes and team performance. Active in forensic research and advocacy initiatives focused on vulnerable populations, bringing a strong foundation in quality, safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Navigator
Holyoke Medical Center
Holyoke, MA
06.2019 - Current
- Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage effective ongoing care plans for at-risk patients.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches, reducing burden on hospital resources.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from COVID-19
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
Chicopee, MA
11.2016 - Current
- Transport Urgent, Priority, and Routine Patients.
- Collaborate with Crews for Mission Planning.
- Provide Wide Scope of Patient Care at Altitude.
- Train for Mass-Casualty Situations.
- Follow Mission Essential Orders and Lead Lower Ranking Troops.
Registered Nurse Emergency Department
Holyoke Medical Center
Holyoke, MA
09.2015 - 06.2019
- Administer Quality Emergency Medical Care to Patients.
- Triage Patients of All Ages and Prioritize Care.
- Provide Advanced Cardiac Life Support Care to Critically Ill Patients.
- Collaborate with Department Managers to Improve Services.
- Precept New Nurses in the Behavioral Health Pod.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - Forensic
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX01-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV2020
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL2020
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA2015
Skills
- Emergency & Acute Care Nursing
- Forensic Nursing and Trauma-Informed Care
- Clinical Assessment and Rapid Decision-Making
- Standards and Evaluations / Readiness Oversight
- Care Coordination for Vulnerable Populations
- Quality and Safety Improvement
- Clinical Leadership and Training Support
Accomplishments
- Air and Space Commendation Medal (2025)
- Combat Readiness Medal (2024)
- Nurse of Distinction Holyoke Medical Center (2024)
- Armed Forces Service Medal (2023)
- Air and Space Achievement Medal (2023)
- Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter — 439th Air Wing (2023)
- Air Force Achievement Medal (2020)
- Star Performer USAF Patriot Warrior Exercise (2019)
- USAF Flight Medicine Distinguished Graduate (2018)
- USAF Basic Training Honor Graduate (2017)
- Corpsman Tech School Honor Graduate (2017)
- Excellence in Mental Health Nursing GCC (2015)
Certification
- Registered Nurse - Licensed in Massachusetts (Current)
- EMT-B - Nationally Certified (Current)
- ACLS Certified Through American Heart Association (Current)
- PALS Certified Through American Heart Association (Current)
- BLS/CPR Certified Through American Heart Association (Current)
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care
Timeline
Nurse Navigator
Holyoke Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
11.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse Emergency Department
Holyoke Medical Center
09.2015 - 06.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Greenfield Community College
Master of Science - Nursing - Forensic
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Virginia University