Alfreda Battle
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate emergency room nurse bringing 10 years of experience in high-pressure environments. Adept at providing efficient and quality patient care in emergencies. Proven track record of success in managing critical cases, de-escalating mental health crisis, and implementing evidence-based practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Possess strong interpersonal skills, adaptability and a commitment to maintaining the highest standard or nursing care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
Travel Registered Nurse
Martin Luther King Community Hospital
08.2016 - 07.2017
Travel Registered Nurse
O'Connor Hospital
01.2016 - 07.2016
Travel Registered Nurse
White Memorial Hospital
07.2015 - 01.2016
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
09.2014 - 07.2015
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
Public Health Registered Nurse
Jefferson County Department Of Health
09.2012 - 07.2014
- Improved community health by conducting disease prevention and control programs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop targeted health promotion campaigns.
- Increased immunization rates through the implementation of vaccination clinics and education programs.
- Worked with individuals to determine specific needs based on general tests and refer them to other community resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL05.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lawson State College
Birmingham, AL05.2011
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Critical Thinking
- Chronic Disease Management
- Student Precepting
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health Care
- Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Registered Nurse License (RN)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
02.2018 - 10.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Martin Luther King Community Hospital
08.2016 - 07.2017
Travel Registered Nurse
O'Connor Hospital
01.2016 - 07.2016
Travel Registered Nurse
White Memorial Hospital
07.2015 - 01.2016
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
09.2014 - 07.2015
Public Health Registered Nurse
Jefferson County Department Of Health
09.2012 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lawson State College