Nina Aylin Garcia
Falfurrias
Summary
Motivated correctional nurse with nearly one year of experience providing patient care in a secure, high-demand environment. Experienced in intake assessments, medication administration, and chronic care management. Brings prior experience as a correctional officer, offering a strong understanding of safety protocols, inmate management, and crisis response. Skilled in delivering compassionate care while maintaining security, professionalism, and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Nurse
Coastal Bend Detention Center
Falfurrias
05.2025 - Current
- Administered medications to inmates as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Conducted health assessments and monitored vital signs of detainees.
- Collaborated with security staff to maintain a safe environment during medical procedures.
- Assisted in managing chronic illnesses and responding to medical emergencies.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and facility policies.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving inmate injuries or illness.
- Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
- Developed and coordinated patient care plans for prisoners with COPD, diabetes or other chronic conditions.
- Identified changes in an inmate's condition and reported them to the physician or nurse practitioner immediately.
- Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gulf shores Nursing And Rehabilitation
Falfurrias
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting patient comfort and dignity.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols in the facility.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
Correctional Officer
Brooks County Detention Center
Falfurrias
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Monitored inmate behavior and compliance with facility rules.
- Conducted regular security checks throughout the detention center.
- Managed inmate transportation for court appearances and appointments.
- Responded to emergencies, ensuring safety of staff and inmates.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Coastal Bend College
Beeville, TXSkills
- Emergency response
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Suicide prevention
- Health education
- Diabetic care
- Immunization administration
- Urine collection
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pharmacology
- Emergency care
- Documentation
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
Coastal Bend Detention Center
05.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gulf shores Nursing And Rehabilitation
06.2024 - 09.2024
Correctional Officer
Brooks County Detention Center
08.2022 - 04.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Coastal Bend College