Hospital Security Officer: Access, Safety & Emergency Support

Hudson Regional Health; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Regional Health is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, staff, and visitors at the Secaucus, NJ campus.

You will monitor access, provide escorts, respond to incidents, complete incident reports, and coordinate with local authorities as needed. You will maintain shift coverage and uphold hospital safety policies in a fast-paced environment that requires professional communication and vigilance.

Qualifications

• SORA license through the state of New Jersey.
• BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Controls access to all parts of the facility.
• Meets and assists patients, staff and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Provides escorts as requested or needed.
• Conducts foot patrols of buildings and premises to prevent or detect fire, theft, vandalism and tresspassing. Takes the appropriate action as necessary.
• Monitors the conduct of all visitors while on hospital property, stops unauthorized persons for questioning as needed.
• Controls disordered persons and emergency situations. Contacts the Police and/or Fire Dept. as necessary.
• Completes written reports, which include, but are not limited to the following: daily activities, incidents, traffic and safety investigation reports.
• Secures and/or unlocks offices and premises.
• Restraints patients when necessary,
• Maintains a current, valid driver's license.
• Controls access to the facility and parking areas.
• Assists in providing additional shift coverage as required or needed. Maintain means of contact and availability regarding emergency and overtime situations.
• Adheres to the direction of the Director as well as the supervisor on duty.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hudson Regional Health is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, staff, and visitors at the Secaucus, NJ campus.

You will monitor access, provide escorts, respond to incidents, complete incident reports, and coordinate with local authorities as needed. You will maintain shift coverage and uphold hospital safety policies in a fast-paced environment that requires professional communication and vigilance.