Ronda Odden
Olalla,WA
Summary
With a background in the Washington State Department of Corrections and the Washington State Veterans Home, I excel in crisis intervention and patient care, showcasing strong conflict resolution and empathy skills. Achievements include enhancing facility security and improving patient care quality, demonstrating a commitment to safety and compassionate service.
Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security within facilities. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and enforcing rules and regulations. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability and effective communication, with keen observational skills and strong sense of integrity.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Washington State Department of Corrections
08.2011 - 02.2019
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Washington State Veterans Home
02.1980 - 08.2011
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Kitsap High School
Poulsbo, WA06-1977
Skills
- First aid training
- Patient care
- Emergency response
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Conflict resolution skills
- Safety and security enforcement
- Safety precautions
- Contraband seizure
- Adaptable
- Crisis intervention training
- Occupational hazards and safety precautions
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
Washington State Food Worker Card
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Washington State Department of Corrections
08.2011 - 02.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Washington State Veterans Home
02.1980 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
North Kitsap High School
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