DeShandria Polk
Rusk,TX
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
PNA 1
Rusk State Hospital
Rusk, TX
03.2023 - 12.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Security Officer
Rusk State Hospital
Rusk, TX
10.2021 - 12.2025
- Monitored facility premises to ensure safety and security of patients and staff.
- Conducted regular patrols, identifying and addressing potential security risks promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare personnel to respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.
- Implemented security protocols that enhanced overall safety measures within the hospital environment.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- 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.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Rusk, TX
01.2017 - 03.2021
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and security within facility
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with regulations
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate potentially volatile situations
- Collaborated with law enforcement and support services to facilitate inmate transfers
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Food Service Worker
Rusk State Hospital
Rusk, TX
01.2010 - 03.2016
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines and patient preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to prevent shortages and waste.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline meal preparation processes, improving service efficiency.
- Monitored food storage conditions, ensuring proper handling to maintain freshness and safety standards.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rusk High School
Rusk, TXSkills
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- Security guard license
- General security
- CCTV monitoring
- Surveillance
- Emergency response
- Access control
- Threat assessment
Timeline
PNA 1
Rusk State Hospital
03.2023 - 12.2025
Security Officer
Rusk State Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2025
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
01.2017 - 03.2021
Food Service Worker
Rusk State Hospital
01.2010 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Rusk High School