Alana Bailey
About Alana Bailey
Alana Bailey is a Clinical Research Nurse with extensive experience in healthcare. She has worked at various institutions, including The National Institutes of Health and Suburban Hospital, and holds degrees in Nursing and Health Care Administration.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Alana Bailey serves as a Clinical Research Nurse at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2020. In this role, she is involved in clinical trials and research studies, contributing to advancements in medical science. Her responsibilities include patient care, data collection, and collaboration with research teams to ensure the integrity of clinical research protocols.
Previous Experience at Inova Fairfax Hospital
Prior to her current position, Alana Bailey volunteered at Inova Fairfax Hospital as a Pediatric Volunteer for three months in 2017. This experience provided her with exposure to pediatric care and the operational aspects of a hospital environment, enhancing her understanding of patient needs in a clinical setting.
Experience as Registered Nurse at Suburban Hospital
Alana worked as a Registered Nurse at Suburban Hospital from 2017 to 2020. During her three years in this role, she provided direct patient care, managed treatment plans, and collaborated with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes. This position allowed her to develop her nursing skills and gain valuable experience in a hospital setting.
Educational Background in Nursing and Health Administration
Alana Bailey holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing from Marymount University, where she studied from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Health Care Administration/Management from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing her studies from 2010 to 2013. Her educational background equips her with a solid foundation in both clinical practice and healthcare management.
Professional Experience in Healthcare Services
Before her nursing career, Alana worked at Maxim Healthcare Services as a Reimbursement Specialist from 2013 to 2015 and later as a Senior Reimbursement Specialist in 2015 for 11 months. She also interned at Aflac from 2012 to 2013. These roles provided her with insights into healthcare reimbursement processes and administrative functions within the healthcare industry.