Megan Morris
Fountain,CO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Colorado Department Of Corrections
Cañon City, CO
03.2019 - Current
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
CNA
Springs Ranch Memory Care
Colorado Springs, CO
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cherry Creek High School
Greenwood Village, CO05-2009
Skills
- Inmate Monitoring
- Trained In Defensive Tactics
- First Aid And Cpr Certified
- Emergency Response
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Colorado Department Of Corrections
03.2019 - Current
CNA
Springs Ranch Memory Care
04.2018 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Cherry Creek High School