Deshawn Cantrell
Augusta,GA
Summary
Dynamic Public Safety Officer with extensive experience at Piedmont Hospital, skilled in conflict resolution and community-oriented policing. Proven ability to manage emergencies and enhance safety protocols, ensuring the well-being of employees and visitors. Recognized for critical thinking and effective teamwork in high-pressure situations, contributing to overall facility security and operational excellence.
Experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sargent
Piedmont Hospital
Augusta, GA
01.2026 - Current
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
Public Safety Officer
Piedmont Hospital
Augusta, GA
06.2025 - Current
- Offered escort services and public assistance services to employees and visitors.
- Responded promptly to wide-ranging emergencies at Piedmont facility.
- Retrained yearly in weapons, less-lethal techniques, conflict de-escalation, legal changes and more aspects related to public safety.
- Responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguards, employees, visitors, patients and property.
Correctional Sergeant
Augusta Transitional Center
Augusta, GA
05.2021 - 11.2024
- Observed offenders to identify treatment needs and aid in coordinating referrals for medical and mental health requirements.
- Booked and released inmates in and out of detention facilities according to established policies and procedures.
- Managed correctional administrative paperwork, including maintaining offender records, preparing official forms and writing regular reports covering facility activities.
- Enforced rules, regulations and laws to manage prisoners.
Correctional Officer
Augusta State Medical Prison
Augusta, GA
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Monitored perimeters, gates and internal doorways during patrols and surveillance camera shifts.
- Observed inmates continuously to maintain safety and enforce facility rules.
- Inspected living areas and personal belongings regularly to detect and seize contraband.
- Managed inmate custody and security throughout correctional facility, in courthouse and during transportation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glenn Hills High School
Augusta, GA05-2012
Skills
- Community oriented policing
- Evidence preservation
- Accident scene management
- Surveillance
- Self-discipline
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Individual surveillance
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking Abilities
- Write case reports
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Calm under pressure
Timeline
Sargent
Piedmont Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Public Safety Officer
Piedmont Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Correctional Sergeant
Augusta Transitional Center
05.2021 - 11.2024
Correctional Officer
Augusta State Medical Prison
10.2018 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Glenn Hills High School