DESHONKIERA KENNEDY
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Memphis,TN
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Federal Correctional Officer with experience supervising 81+ inmate contacts per shift, enforcing institutional rules, and maintaining secure operations in a high-risk correctional setting. Uses conflict resolution, emergency response, and behavioral monitoring to reduce disruptions and support targeted interventions that improve order. Brings a steady approach to safety, compliance, and unit-level accountability.
Work History
Federal Correctional Officer
1 Year 11 Months- Supervised inmate conduct, ensuring rule compliance and safety.
- Managed security, enhancing institutional safety.
- Resolved conflicts, minimizing disruptions.
- Adapted to emergencies, maintaining operational efficiency.
- Monitored inmate activities and analyzed behavior patterns, leading to targeted interventions that improved compliance and order.
- SEP 2024 - PRESENT | Federal Bureau of Prisons, Memphis, TN
Medical Assistant Intern
3 Months- Assisted providers with patient examinations, procedures, and treatment.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens, including venipuncture and swabs.
- Documented patient histories, vital signs, and clinical notes in EHR.
- Administered injections and vaccinations under provider supervision.
- Coordinated scheduling, insurance verification, and patient education.
- MAY 2025 - AUG 2025 | Tristate Obgyn, Memphis , Tn
Patient Care Technician/Medical Assistant
10 Months- Monitored and documented vital signs to ensure patient health and safety.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, grooming.
- Help patients with mobility: turning, repositioning, ambulating, and using assistive devices.
- Collect specimens (blood, urine, stool, sputum) for laboratory testing.
- Perform venipuncture and point-of-care testing (depending on training & facility).
- Assist nurses and providers with procedures and treatments.
- JUL 2024 - MAY 2025 | Home health , Memphis, TN
Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant
6 Years 2 Months- Collect blood samples with precision, ensuring patient comfort and accurate results.
- Collaborate with medical staff to optimize patient care and outcomes.
- Enhance lab efficiency by significantly reducing sample processing time.
- Maintain accurate records to improve data reliability and integrity.
- MAY 2018 - JUL 2024 | Centurion, Parchman, MS
Education
Tier One Leadership Certification for Line Level Leaders
Certification in Certified Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist
High School Diploma
Skills
Electronic health records management
Phlebotomy
Infection control
Aseptic technique
Injections
immunizations
and basic wound care
OSHA & HIPAA compliance
Patient scheduling
Insurance verification
Specimen collection
Vital signs monitoring
Patient registration
Medical terminology
Chart preparation
CPR & BLS certification
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR
- First Aid Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
- Armed Security License, 06/01/23 - 06/30/25
- Guard Card, 06/01/23 - 06/30/25
Timeline
Medical Assistant Intern
Tristate Obgyn
05.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Federal Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau of Prisons
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Patient Care Technician/Medical Assistant
Home health
07.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant
Centurion
05.2018 - 07.2024Read More
Maranatha Christian Academy
High School Diploma
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Vitality Institute of Allied Health
Certification in Certified Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist
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Tennessee Corrections Institute
Tier One Leadership Certification for Line Level Leaders
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