Hospital Security Officer: Protect & Assist Patients

CO400 Methodist Fremont Health; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, staff, and visitors at Methodist Fremont Health in Fremont, NE. The role involves patrolling facilities, enforcing policies, and coordinating with local agencies to maintain a safe environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (associates/bachelor preferred in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement) and 2–3 years of security experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of arrest, detention, and search and seizure laws.
• Proficiency with security equipment and incident documentation.
• Able to multitask and maintain composure in difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Provides security at assigned health system facilities with patrols to ensure safety of patients, visitors, staff.
• Mentors employees on policies and procedures and demonstrates equipment use.
• Uses access programs to manage ID cards, doors, alarms, and reports.
• Coordinates disaster plan activities with supervisors during emergencies.
• Assists outside agencies to ensure successful outcomes per procedures.
• Provides secure transport for deceased persons and valuables with proper documentation.
• Conducts escorts for patients, visitors, employees, and money as needed.
• Assists injured or ill individuals by following policies to ensure medical care.
• Responds to hospital emergencies and completes tasks to maintain safety.
• Controls disruptive individuals using presence and de-escalation techniques per policy.

Skills

Security procedures

Patrol operations

Emergency response

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, staff, and visitors at Methodist Fremont Health in Fremont, NE. The role involves patrolling facilities, enforcing policies, and coordinating with local agencies to maintain a safe environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (associates/bachelor preferred in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement) and 2–3 years of security experience.