Hope Martinell
Tea,SD
Summary
Committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over 3-year industry history.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
South Dakota State Penitentiary
12.2020 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Certified Medication Aide
Interim HealthCare
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when updating electronic medical records after each instance of administering medicine as per legal requirements.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Contributed to efficient facility operations by preparing and organizing medications in advance for scheduled distribution times.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Howard High School
Howard, SDAssociate of Science - Law Enforcement
Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SDSkills
- Inmate Transport
- Cell Inspections
- Restraint Techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Facility Security
- Weapons training
- Safety and Security
- Incident Reporting
Timeline
Correctional Officer
South Dakota State Penitentiary
12.2020 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Interim HealthCare
08.2020 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Howard High School
Associate of Science - Law Enforcement
Southeast Technical Institute
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