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Brenda Davis

Newport News

Summary

Motivated and energetic leader recognized for generating respect and obedience from most difficult individual. Skilled in emergency response and medication administration, ensuring safety and well-being of all individuals in a challenging environment. In-depth knowledge of use and care of firearms and restraint methods. Observant correctional officer with over three years of experience keeping order and avoiding dangerous situations within jails or prisons.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Officer

Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail
Newport News
01.2024 - Current
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
  • Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
  • Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.

Correctional Officer

Indian Creek Correctional
Chesapeake
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
  • Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
  • Facilitated communication between inmates and facility staff, including relaying requests and grievances.

Certified Medication Technician

Western Tidewater Regional Jail
Suffolk
02.2021 - Current
  • Monitored patients for adverse reactions to prescribed medications.
  • Calculated dosages accurately based on physician orders and age-specific dosing guidelines.
  • Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of medication management.
  • Responded promptly to changes in patient condition or needs that require alteration in medication therapy.
  • Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while preparing or administering medications.
  • Observed strict confidentiality standards when handling confidential information.
  • Verified accuracy of doctor orders prior to administering medications.
  • Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
  • Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals about medication orders.

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Southeastern Virginia Training Center
Chesapeake
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
  • Monitored client's well-being, safety, and comfort under physician direction.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.

Education

Associates - Business Management

Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ
05.1990

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA

Some College (No Degree) - Registered Nursing

Fortis College
Norfolk, VA

Skills

  • Inmate supervision
  • Contraband detection
  • Emergency response
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Security protocols
  • Incident prevention
  • Inmate monitoring
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
  • Medication administration
  • Incident reporting
  • Health monitoring
  • Correctional facility procedures

Certification

  • CPR/BLS/FIRST AID
  • BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
  • TOVA
  • GUIDELINES FOR EFFECTIVE DOCUMENTATION
  • CRISIS INTERVENTION
  • BEHAVIORAL CHALLENGES OF AUTISM
  • 32 HOUR MEDICATION TRAINING
  • ASSESSMENT OF HEALTHCARE NEEDS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail
01.2024 - Current

Correctional Officer

Indian Creek Correctional
08.2022 - 08.2023

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Southeastern Virginia Training Center
08.2022 - 08.2023

Certified Medication Technician

Western Tidewater Regional Jail
02.2021 - Current

Associates - Business Management

Brookdale Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Tidewater Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Registered Nursing

Fortis College

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