Jennifer Berry
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Officer Sergeant offering 25 years of experience managing inmate safety and order in Maximum security institutions. Focused and detail-oriented with comprehensive weapons training. Adept at remaining on high alert at all times and managing security risks. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Sergeant
Florida Department Of Corrections
03.1995 - 02.2023
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Checked all book in and discharges, making sure all charges have paperwork and all discharges have orders of discharge.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Correctional Officer Corporal
Baker County Sheriff's Office
02.1994 - 07.2002
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Nursing Assistant
Macclenny Nursing & Rehab Center
05.1988 - 02.1993
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL04.2013
Skills
- Scheduling Medical Appointments
- Daily Logs
- Job Assignments
- Effective Writing
- Body Searches
- Records Maintenance
- Institutional Policies
- Operational Efficiency
Certification
- Correctional Training - August 22,1995 Correctional Officer
- CPR
- Firearms
- Defensive tactics
Timeline
Correctional Sergeant
Florida Department Of Corrections
03.1995 - 02.2023
Correctional Officer Corporal
Baker County Sheriff's Office
02.1994 - 07.2002
Nursing Assistant
Macclenny Nursing & Rehab Center
05.1988 - 02.1993
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Santa Fe College
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