Eduardo Diaz
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, excelling in security enforcement and de-escalation techniques. Proven leadership in supervising inmate activities and conducting safety audits, ensuring a secure environment. Bilingual in Spanish, enhancing communication and collaboration within diverse teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer 3
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily activities of 200+ inmates, ensuring safety by restraining violence, enforcing security procedures, conducting daily safety audits, and reporting alarming occurrences.
- Conducted periodic patrols of work area, maintaining institutional integrity and preventing assaults on staff and inmates.
- Executed internal crime investigations and conducted vehicle searches, enhancing overall safety within the institution.
Patient Care Technician
Texas Children's Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Executed blood draws for inpatients and outpatients, ensuring accurate sample collection
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Supported nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and wellbeing
- Processed and managed blood samples in laboratory, contributing to timely test results
- Maintained clean and organized patient rooms and equipment.
Lab Technician
Ascent Emergency Medical Center
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted lab testing and QC control on Piccolo, Alere, Medonic, Clinitek, and Biofire machines to ensure reliable results.
- Performed ECGs, started IVs, took vital signs, and drew blood to support accurate diagnosis and treatment under ER physician's direction.
- Trained new lab technicians on policies and procedures to enhance team competency and adherence to standards.
Education
Correctional Officer Training
09-2024
BLS/ CPR -
07-2020
Phlebotomy - CMA, ECG
01-2011
Skills
- Security enforcement
- Contraband detection
- Surveillance
- Visitation oversight
- Use of non-lethal force
- De-escalation techniques
- Radio communication
- Leadership Skills
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Leadership Skills
- Excellent communication
- Spanish fluency
- Cultural competency
- Radio communication
Timeline
Correctional Officer 3
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
09.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Texas Children's Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2022
Lab Technician
Ascent Emergency Medical Center
07.2020 - 01.2022
Correctional Officer Training