Alvin Ponds
Interlachen
Summary
Experienced Hospital Security Officer adept in monitoring premises, enforcing policies, and managing access control. Known for effective communication and rapid response to emergencies, contributing to a secure environment for patients and staff.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
Jacksonville
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored hospital premises to ensure safety and security for staff and patients.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify potential security risks and enforce policies.
- Assisted in emergency response situations, coordinating with medical staff and law enforcement.
- Implemented access control measures, checking identification for visitors and vendors.
- Managed incident reports, documenting security breaches and suspicious activities promptly.
- Enforced visitor policies to maintain a secure environment within the facility.
- Provided support during patient transfers, ensuring safe movement within the hospital grounds.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between patients or visitors.
- Conducted rounds of hospital premises to ensure safety and security measures were being met.
- Provided escorts for staff, patients, and visitors as needed.
- Performed routine patrols throughout the facility grounds or parking lots.
- Enforced hospital regulations regarding visitors, personnel, and vehicles.
- Communicated with law enforcement officers when necessary.
- Monitored and responded promptly to any suspicious activity or emergency situations.
- Documented all security incidents in an incident report form.
- Assisted with crowd control during special events held at the hospital.
- Inspected entrances, exits, and other areas for potential security risks.
- Managed access control systems including CCTV surveillance cameras.
- Investigated reports of missing items or suspicious activities.
- Identified safety hazards within the premises and reported them accordingly.
- Participated in drills designed to test preparedness for various emergency scenarios.
- Ensured compliance with local laws governing health care facilities' security operations.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Monitored security cameras to identify and respond to suspicious activity.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
Correctional Lieutenant
State of Florida Department of Corrections
Raiford
01.1987 - 11.2019
- Supervised daily operations in correctional facility ensuring safety and security protocols.
- Managed staff schedules and assignments to maintain effective workforce coverage.
- Investigated incidents and resolved conflicts among inmates to promote a safe environment.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies on inmate transfers and legal matters.
- Coordinated training programs for staff on policies and emergency response procedures.
- Provided leadership and supervision to subordinate staff.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in accordance with established guidelines.
- Conducted investigations of inmate disturbances and incidents.
- Prepared written reports summarizing investigations into allegations of misconduct or violations of policy.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
- Monitored security systems for compliance with established protocols.
- Interpreted laws, rules and regulations governing the operations of a correctional facility.
- De-escalated disruptive behavior through effective verbal communication techniques.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and the general public.
- Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
- Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Corrections
Lakecity Community College
Lakecity FlSkills
- Emergency response
- Incident reporting
- Surveillance monitoring
- Access control
- Security protocols
- CCTV surveillance
- Alarm response
- Physical security
- Emergency security
- Policy enforcement
- Security training
- Security awareness
- Public safety
- Visitor management
- Situational awareness
- Conflict de-escalation
- De-escalation strategies
- Staff supervision
- Effective communication
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Write reports
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team player
- Honest and dependable
- Safety regulations
- Crisis management
- Conflict resolution
- Entrance monitoring
- Security systems operation
Certification
- CPI, allied security, 2026
- taser certification, allied security 2024
Timeline
Hospital Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
06.2024 - Current
Correctional Lieutenant
State of Florida Department of Corrections
01.1987 - 11.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Corrections
Lakecity Community College