DEBORAH PETERSON

Provide in home respite nursing care for infants, children, and adults with special needs, that requires daily treatments prescribed by a Physician, to be administered by a licensed nurse. The treatment may consist of medication, including injections, tracheotostomy care requiring breathing treatments, gastrostomy feeding tube and diagnosis of seizure of activity. The Nurse is responsible for providing care in the home for approximately 4-6 hours for the special needs individual in order for the primary caregiver to get time outside of the home.

• Administer medications and treatments while monitoring patient responses for safety and accuracy.
• Assessed vital signs and reported changes promptly to support timely care decisions.
• Documented nursing observations, interventions, and care plans in patient records.

Provided in-home respite nursing care for infants, children, and adults with special needs, administering daily physician-prescribed treatments to support patient health. The treatment may consist of medication, including injections, tracheotostomy care requiring breathing treatments, gastrostomy feeding tube and a diagnosis of seizure of activity. The nurse provided care in the home for approximately 4-6 hours, allowing the primary caregiver to have time outside of the home.

Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patient responses to ensure safety and accuracy in care delivery.

Assessed vital signs and reported changes promptly to support timely care decisions. Documented nursing observations, interventions, and care plans in patient records to maintain comprehensive and accurate health documentation.

• Patrolled community grounds to deter unauthorized access and maintain resident safety.
• Monitored entrances, exits, and visitor activity to enforce security protocols.
• Responded quickly to alarms, incidents, and emergency situations with sound judgment.
• Documented security reports, incident details, and shift activity accurately.
• Communicated concerns with nursing, maintenance, and management to support coordinated response.
• Inspected doors, locks, lighting, and surveillance equipment for safety compliance.
• De-escalated disturbances calmly while protecting residents, staff, and visitors.
• Directed daily security operations and guided staff on facility procedures and emergency readiness.
• Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while making safety the top priority.
• Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunities for damage and injury.
• Patrolled and monitored premises in a company vehicle, on a bicycle, and on foot.
• Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
• Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
• Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
• Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
• Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
• Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills in the face of high-pressure situations, providing clear direction to team members during crisis response efforts and ensuring a swift return to normalcy once any immediate threats were neutralized.
• Documented incidents, observations, and security concerns in clear reports.
• Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency personnel during critical situations.

Provide in home respite nursing care for infants, children, and adults with special needs, that requires daily treatments prescribed by a Physician, to be administered by a licensed nurse. The treatment may consist of medication, including injections, tracheostomy care requiring breathing treatments, gastrostomy feeding tube and a diagnosis of seizure activity. Also, I have worked hospice nursing care, specialized medical and emotional care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for an individual with a terminal illness who is expected to live 6 months or less. The Nurse is responsible for providing care in the home for approximately 4-6 hours for the special needs individual in order for the primary caregiver to get time outside of the home.

Administered medications and treatments while monitoring patient responses for safety and accuracy.

Assessed vital signs and reported changes promptly to support timely care decisions.
Documented nursing observations, interventions, and care plans in patient records.

Additional Experience: My Present Employer is Guided Footprints Home Healthcare Agency, I provide Respite Care for Individuals with Special Needs age ranging from children to adults. I'm retired from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation with 25 years of service. Prior to retirement I managed inmate assignments to work and education programs based on custody level and classification factors. Acted as Watch Commander on all shifts, ensuring the safety and security of the institution when the Warden and other administrative staff were unavailable. My previous assignments have included Employee Relations Officer, Visiting Lieutenant, and assignments as a Correctional Sergeant and Correctional Lieutenant with the Department of Mental Health Acute Care and Out Patient Programs to include, Enhance Outpatient Units, Administrative Segregation Security Units, and General Population Units. I've had the opportunity to be an integral participant in the activation of the California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility, State Prison, at Corcoran. Executed the implementation of the Facilities “F” and “G” drug treatment programs in collaboration with Walden House and Phoenix House. I performed duties as an EEO Investigator and Internal Affairs Investigator within the institution.

• Supervised correctional staff, ensuring compliance with custody policies and institutional security procedures.
• Coordinated inmate movement, counts, and housing assignments to maintain orderly facility operations.
• Monitored incident response, directing staff during disturbances, searches, and emergency situations.

• Facilitated a smooth lateral transfer to improve operational efficiency.
• Supervised custody staff during housing unit operations, enforcing security protocols and inmate management standards.
• Directed shift briefings, assigning posts and clarifying expectations for daily institutional coverage.
• Coordinated emergency response actions, maintaining order during disturbances and critical incidents.

• Supported career advancement initiatives for staff members
• Supervised custody operations, ensuring inmate safety, staff accountability, and regulatory compliance.
• Directed correctional officers during housing unit rounds, searches, and escort movements.
• Coordinated incident response, maintaining order during disturbances, alarms, and emergency situations.

• Facilitated transfer between departments to optimize workflow.
• Supervised inmate custody operations, maintaining safety, security, and order across housing and program areas.
• Directed shift staff during counts, searches, and movement control, ensuring compliance with correctional procedures.
• Monitored inmate behavior, identified security risks, and initiated timely intervention during incidents and disturbances.

• Facilitated employee promotions by assessing performance and potential.
• Coordinated maintenance requests and tracked repair status for facility equipment and systems.
• Prepared technical reports, logs, and records with accurate data entry and filing.
• Assisted staff with troubleshooting communications, office equipment, and operational devices.

• Start of Career
• Coordinated technical support activities, ensuring timely resolution of equipment and system issues.
• Maintained accurate records, logs, and documentation for compliance and operational tracking.
• Assisted staff with troubleshooting, setup, and routine maintenance of technical equipment.

Expiration Date: 12/31/2027