To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Paragon Professional Service El Paso Processing Ce
El Paso, TX
03.2024 - Current
Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
Assisted in reducing incidents of violence by implementing conflict resolution strategies and de-escalation techniques.
Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain order and resolve conflicts among detainees efficiently.
Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
Provided support to inmates by addressing their concerns promptly and professionally while maintaining facility rules and regulations.
Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in detention management and security protocols.
Ensured accurate record-keeping of all detainee information through meticulous documentation of incidents, infractions, or medical needs.
Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
Detention Officer
Otero County Processing Center - New Mexico
08.2022 - 03.2024
Search for contraband and provide security
Count, feed and supervise detainees in housing, work and other areas
Provide custody and security of detainees including observation of detainees
Perform security functions including pat search
Transfer and transport detainees by walking or riding in vehicles
Restrain and secure assaultive detainees as needed
Respond to emergencies to search for detainees, administer first aid at the emergency site
Read, review and properly apply information found in detainee records
Prepare and maintain records, forms and reports.
Write daily reports and maintained logs of detainee activities and behaviors.
Regularly conduct security and sanitation checks.
Attend to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
Respond promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
Process visitors and attorneys arriving to see detainee.
Supervised and controlled behavior of detainees,
Conduct security checks of inmates and living areas.
Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Prepare reports to document incidents and violations.
Supervise inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
Investigate and respond to incidents of detainee misconduct.
Document detainee behavior and activities in logbooks.
Transport inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Medical Assistant
Childrens Clinic of El Paso - El Paso, TX
11.2021 - 02.2022
Schedule appointments
Take vitals
Triage
Scan documents
Administer vaccines
Administer medication
CLIA wave test
Drawing blood
Covid swabbing
Answering Medical Calls
Referrals.
Medical Assistant
Bowen pediatrics MD Medical group - El Paso County, TX
06.2020 - 11.2021
Triage patients
Update Electronic medical record
Take vitals
Administer vaccines
CLIA test
Phlebotomy
Scan forms into patient chart
Schedule appointments.
Medical Screener/ Photographer
Southwest Retina Consultants - El Paso, TX
09.2018 - 06.2020
Enter and update patient medical records EMR
Take patient vitals
Dilate patient eyes
Take patient pressures
Take photographs and perform Fluorescein Angiogram test
Perform ICG test
Prepare patient for Photo Dynamic Therapy
Prepare patients for eye injections
Prepare patients for laser treatments.
Medical Assistant
El Paso Ear Nose and Throat
03.2016 - 03.2018
Welcome patients, obtain their medical histories, vital signs, and document in patient charts
Stock treatment rooms with necessary equipment and instruments
Autoclave instruments
Take Medical Calls
Schedule appointments
Schedule Patients for Diagnostic image studies
Assist Physicians in Ear Cleanings and minor procedures
Ensure patients comfort and prepare them for examination
Reinforce patient education as provided by physical
Scribe, physical exams, assessment and plan, preparing prescriptions, and ordering labs or diagnostic image studies.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Roberto Canales M.D., P.A
06.2014 - 03.2016
Obtain patients' medical histories, vital signs
Prepare exam and rooms with necessary instruments and supplies
Administer medications, immunizations and other injections as directed by physician
Distribute patient prescriptions and document accordingly in patients' charts
Provided patient education and instruction as well as scheduled tests and any necessary treatments
Handled patient and employee information with appropriate sensitivity
Completed individual assigned work as well as the work of the team
Incorporate principles of safety and infection control into daily activities
Drawing blood from patients.
Security
Duran's Lounge - El Paso, TX
03.2011 - 11.2013
Monitor facility security making sure all rules and regulations were being followed
Making sure no illegal activity on premises
Walking around outside premises and parking lot
Making sure no fights on premises.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix-Online Campus
Phoenix, AZ
Associate - Medical Assistant
Southwest University at El Paso
El Paso, TX
04.2017
Diploma -
Riverside High School
El Paso, TX
05.2010
Skills
Vital Signs
Inmate Monitoring
Surveillance
Emergency Response
Headcounts
Behavioral Observation
Inmate Supervision
Teamwork and Collaboration
Report Writing
CPR Certification
Decision Making
CCTV Monitoring
Firearm Safety
Incident Reporting
Spanish Fluency
Certification
Southwest University, 06/01/14
Timeline
Detention Officer
Paragon Professional Service El Paso Processing Ce
03.2024 - Current
Detention Officer
Otero County Processing Center - New Mexico
08.2022 - 03.2024
Medical Assistant
Childrens Clinic of El Paso - El Paso, TX
11.2021 - 02.2022
Medical Assistant
Bowen pediatrics MD Medical group - El Paso County, TX