Chaise Teall
Victorville,CA
Summary
Focused Correctional facilities professional versed in maintaining safety and order in high-tension environments. Completes head counts and cell inspections to meet objectives and promote continuous safety.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
State of California Department of Corrections
Norco, California
08.2016 - Current
- Assisted in the processing of new inmates, including taking photographs, collecting personal information, and explaining facility rules.
- Conducted searches of inmates and visitors to prevent the smuggling of contraband.
- Inspected cells and other areas for contraband and safety hazards.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices in corrections and emergency response.
- Maintained records of prisoners' identification and charges.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Operated security control systems to monitor entrances, exits, and movement within the facility.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Collaborated with outside agencies such as social workers, psychologists, and probation officers when necessary.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
CNA
San Bernardino Community Hospital
San Ber, California
03.2010 - 06.2016
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Skills
- Incident prevention
- Belongings inspection
- Inmate monitoring
- Surveillance
- Dispatch
- Emergency management
- Restraint techniques
- Trained in defensive tactics
- File and record maintenance
- Contraband detection
- Records management
- Emergency response
- Relationship building and management
- Correctional facility procedures
- Gang awareness
- Physical fitness
- Policy enforcement
Timeline
Correctional Officer
State of California Department of Corrections
08.2016 - Current
CNA
San Bernardino Community Hospital
03.2010 - 06.2016