Bailey Engel

Flagstaff, AZ, Trauma Department

Denver, CO, Medical/Surgical Unit/Observation

Knoxville, TN, Cardiovascular Department

Flagstaff, AZ, Orthopedic Department

Knoxville, TN, ED Holding/Outpatient infusions

• Conducted comprehensive assessments, identifying changes in condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Experience caring for patients who have undergone orthopedic procedures (spine, bone, and joint), congestive heart failure complications/exacerbations, cardiac arrhythmias, NSTEMI management, experience administering blood products, caring for patients post cardiac catheterization, and trauma patients who have sustained multiple injuries.

Surgical Specialty Department. November2020-November 2021

Progressive Care Unit. November 2021-September 2023

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Experience caring for ischemic and hemorrhage strokes, DKA/HHS/Hyperglycemia requiring an insulin gtts, alcohol withdrawal, HF/CHF exacerbation, management of Afib-RVR, SVT, NSTEMI, and DVT/PEs. Respiratory failure requiring HFNC/BIPAP, COPD exacerbation, sepsis, wound care, seizures, and patients with altered mental status.

Surgical Department

• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.