Elaine R. Price
Florence,AL
Summary
Dynamic Health Science Instructor with a proven track record at Allen Thornton Career Technical Center, excelling in curriculum development and student mentoring. Successfully led students to state and international awards while fostering community partnerships. Adept in effective communication and clinical instruction, driving student engagement and success in healthcare careers.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Science Instructor & HOSA Advisor
Allen Thornton Career Technical Center
Killen, AL
01.2018 - Current
- Develop and deliver instruction in nursing, dental, pharmacy tech, radiology, and related healthcare fields
- Recruit and mentor high school students for healthcare careers
- Prepare students for certifications such as CNA and other allied health roles
- Collaborate with local health professionals for clinical partnerships
- Coordinate chapter activities, competitions, and community service projects while supporting students' growth in healthcare knowledge and skills
- Led multiple students to receive state and international awards & recognition.
Nursery Nurse (PRN)
North Alabama Medical Center
Florence, AL
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Delivered comprehensive care to newborns in a Level I nursery
- Provided parent education and discharge teaching
- Collaborated with pediatricians and labor & delivery teams
Health Science Instructor & HOSA Advisor
Sheffield High School
Sheffield, AL
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Founded and implemented the school's Health Science & HOSA Program
- Created curriculum aligned with state standards
- Built community partnerships for student clinical placements
PACU RN
Shoals Outpatient Surgery
Florence, AL
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Monitored patient recovery and vital signs post-anesthesia in a surgical outpatient setting.
- Provided post-operative nursing care in an ambulatory setting
- Conducted discharge teaching and pain management
Pre & Post-Op Nurse/Pulmonary RN
Children's of Alabama
Birmingham, AL
01.2005 - 01.2015
- Provided perioperative & postoperative care using SIS documentation system
- Educated pediatric pulmonary patients and families on chronic conditions
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
Nursery RN
Bradley County Memorial Hospital
Cleveland, TN
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Delivered newborn care and family-centered education
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Labor & Delivery RN
Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center
Anniston, AL
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Managed care for laboring patients and newborns.
- Supported families in high-risk and routine deliveries
- Assisted in labor and delivery procedures under physician supervision.
Cardiac Critical Care RN
Gadsden Regional Medical Center
Gadsden, AL
01.2000 - 12.2000
- Provided direct patient care in critical care settings.
- Cared for post-cardiac surgical patients and monitored stress testing
- Provided patient/family education on heart disease and lifestyle change
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12.1999
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Clinical instruction & student mentoring
- Community partnerships
- Effective communication
- Community health education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Student motivation
- Extracurricular Activities Management
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, Multi-state, License #1-091981 (Active)
- Alabama Class B Professional Educator Certificate, ERP-0036-0959
- BLS Certified Instructor
- Alabama Master's Level Teaching Certification
Professional References
- Dr. Neysa Brown, DNP, RN, Assistant Professor, University of North Alabama ACONHP, 256-710-5691, nbrown3@una.edu
- Dr. Willard Brewer, PhD, RN, Professor, University of North Alabama ACONHP, 256-765-5218, wbrewer@una.edu
- Dr. Carlos Nelson, Superintendent, Sheffield City Schools, 256-810-3458, cnelson@scs.k12.al.us
Leadership And Community Engagement
Community Engagement Chair, Alzheimer's Association of the Shoals, Organize educational events and outreach programs, Promote awareness of dementia and caregiver support
Accomplishments
UNA Florence Nightingale Award - Dec 2025
Timeline
Nursery Nurse (PRN)
North Alabama Medical Center
01.2019 - 05.2023
Health Science Instructor & HOSA Advisor
Allen Thornton Career Technical Center
01.2018 - Current
Health Science Instructor & HOSA Advisor
Sheffield High School
01.2016 - 01.2018
PACU RN
Shoals Outpatient Surgery
01.2015 - 01.2016
Pre & Post-Op Nurse/Pulmonary RN
Children's of Alabama
01.2005 - 01.2015
Nursery RN
Bradley County Memorial Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
Labor & Delivery RN
Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2003
Cardiac Critical Care RN
Gadsden Regional Medical Center
01.2000 - 12.2000
Master of Science - Nursing
University of North Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University