Hospital Security & Safety Officer

UNC Health; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

UNC Health Nash is seeking a per diem Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors across Nash County facilities. The role requires L.E. training, armed certification and hospital experience, with dynamic on-site assignments and tight 90-day certification windows.

Responsibilities include patrolling, escorting, responding to alarms and moving or restraining patients when necessary. This position emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance and collaboration with the NGH Security team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of accredited Basic Law Enforcement Training program.
• Private Protective Services armed certification within 90 days of hire.
• CPI certification within 90 days; recertify every 2 years.
• BCLS certification within 90 days; recertify every 2 years.
• Must obtain NC driver’s license within 90 days.
• 2 years of experience; hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols buildings and grounds, observes for unsafe or illegal activity and unsecured areas.
• Responds to calls for help with moving, positioning or restraining patients.
• Assists injured patients with getting in and out of vehicles.
• Responds to calls for escorts and incidents involving potentially dangerous individuals.
• Transports IVC patients and handles related documentation.
• Documents work activities and incidents; performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Armed certification

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic Law Enforcement Training

Private Protective Services armed certification

CPI Certification

BCLS Certification

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

UNC Health Nash is seeking a per diem Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors across Nash County facilities. The role requires L.E. training, armed certification and hospital experience, with dynamic on-site assignments and tight 90-day certification windows.

Responsibilities include patrolling, escorting, responding to alarms and moving or restraining patients when necessary. This position emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance and collaboration with the NGH Security team.