Elizabeth Bailey

Brooklyn, NY

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Interests

Internship & Volunteer, Health & Social Services

Additional Info

Education Level: Graduate

Work Experience: More Than 5 Yrs

Availability: Anytime

Attributes: Hardworking, Quick learner, Team player, Honest, Confident, Self-motivated, Detail-oriented

Who Am I

I am a nursing student seeking full-time employment when I graduate in Summer 2027. 

Certifications:

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 
  • Mandated Reporter Training
  • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Training 


Employment History:

Government Relations Advisor, Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, LLP | June 2023 – August 2026
  • Advocated on behalf of Native American Tribes in Congress and federal agencies. 
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of health issues, including mental health, substance use treatment, suicide prevention, and community services. 
  • Analyzed legislative developments, drafted testimony and talking points, and met regularly with policymakers to advocate for Tribal interests that promote improved healthcare outcomes.
  • Translated complex Tribal health policy, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations into clear, accessible language for Tribal leaders and policymakers as the firm’s expert on political communications.
  • Led weekly internal meetings to review current events and develop strategies advancing Tribal interests.
  • Managed 6+ high–priority projects simultaneously and strategically prioritize tasks while maintaining steady progress on dozens of long-term initiatives.
  • Co-led a national campaign to exempt approximately 2 million Native Americans from Medicaid work requirements to preserve healthcare access in Tribal communities.
  • Worked with Congressional leaders to secure $3.5 million for the first inpatient Tribal behavioral health facility in Montana and $9 million to bring clean water to a reservation in South Dakota.
Legislative Intern, National Indian Education Association | May 2022 – May 2023
  • Analyzed and advised on legislation impacting Native education, including culturally responsive education, trauma-informed care, mental health, juvenile justice, and child welfare.
  • Drafted dozens of policy materials and engaged with Congressional staff and community members to advocate for priorities that support Native education.
Resident Advisor, Villanova University | August 2022 – May 2023
  • Oversaw 50 residents and provided individual guidance to foster a safe, supportive environment and promote well-being, personal development, and academic success.
  • Managed health and safety emergencies by de-escalating incidents and coordinating with EMTs and law enforcement when needed.
  • Documented nightly rounds, resident incidents, and concerns in professional, unbiased reports to maintain accountability and safety.
Research Assistant, Villanova University | August 2022 – May 2023 
  • Conducted research on U.S.-China relations by collecting, organizing, and analyzing data on hundreds of bilateral collaborative projects.
  • Maintained and organized complex Excel datasets, ensuring accuracy and usability for analysis and reporting.

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