Mary Kathleen Engelken, AGACNP
Richmond,VA
Summary
With over 20 years of direct patient care experience, I have developed a strong foundation in healthcare. Starting as a volunteer and progressing to become an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, I have honed my skills in inpatient/outpatient general gastroenterology for 6 years, as well as nearly 8 years as a registered nurse. In 2024, I have taken on the role of an Abdominal Transplant Surgery Nurse Practitioner, effectively managing inpatient care. Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience in managing acute and chronic conditions, caring for critically ill patients, conducting consultations, and reviewing pathology reports. Collaborating closely with physicians practicing different approaches has allowed me to seamlessly adapt to various medical management styles. My unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality and whole patient care is deeply ingrained in me. After taking a break from healthcare to support my family's needs in 2023, I have returned to work with a rejuvenated spirit and dedication.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
VCU Health System - Abdominal Transplant Surgery
Richmond, VA
10.2024 - Current
- Medically manage patients post liver, kidney, and pancreas including Total Pancreatectomy with Islet Autotransplantation (TPIAT) on intermediate and acute care inpatient hospital beds - also living donor kidney and liver patients, plus pre-transplantation patients
- Perform complete physical examinations, chart reviews, and daily progress notes
- Participate in multidisciplinary team rounds to discuss patient care and treatment plans
- Facilitated and coordinated comprehensive care among various specialties to optimize treatment outcomes
- Admit, discharge, and transfer patients from the hospital
- Oversaw management of medical conditions for transplant patients during the first year post-transplantation
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Gastrointestinal Specialists Inc
Richmond, VA
09.2017 - 06.2023
- Completed initial consultations, set up procedures, daily rounding on patients, while also covering on-call phone at Memorial Regional Medical Center - Bon Secours Mercy Health
- Ordered, analyzed and reviewed radiology and endoscopic reports including pathology to manage next steps in patient care during outpatient office visits
- Managed GI conditions ranging from Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, Pancreatitis, to malignancies
- Completed peer-to-peers and prior authorizations for patient medications and procedures
- Collaborated with physicians within the practice plus sub-specialists and primary care to provide optimal and expedited care.
- Lead Advanced Practice Provider for practice from 3/2019-3/2020
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Float Pool
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
Richmond, VA
06.2015 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse, ICU, ER, Pediatrics, Infusion
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
Williamsburg, VA
08.2013 - 06.2015
Volunteer Registered Nurse
FOR Nicaraguan Health
Granada, Nicaragua
01.2013 - 07.2013
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
Rockville, MD
08.2012 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Meritus Medical Center - Level III Trauma Center
Hagerstown, MD
02.2010 - 12.2012
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA12-2009
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
- Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners
- Sigma Theta Tau - Nursing Honor Society; Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Achievements
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
VCU Health System - Abdominal Transplant Surgery
10.2024 - Current
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Gastrointestinal Specialists Inc
09.2017 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Float Pool
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
06.2015 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse, ICU, ER, Pediatrics, Infusion
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
08.2013 - 06.2015
Volunteer Registered Nurse
FOR Nicaraguan Health
01.2013 - 07.2013
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
08.2012 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Meritus Medical Center - Level III Trauma Center
02.2010 - 12.2012
Master of Science - Nursing
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
York College of Pennsylvania
Licensure Certifications
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - 07/2017 to Present
- Registered Nurse - 01/2010 to Present
- Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse by AACN 2016-2020
- Certified ACLS, 2010 - Present, BLS 2004 - Present
Awards
- Award, Chosen as Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioner Richmond Region Outstanding Student for 2017
- Top Doc Magazine, Top Nurse Practitioner #3 for Greater Richmond Area in 2018
About Me
- Love to explore the world
- Mother of 3 small humans
- Weekend runs with friends