Night Security Officer - Hospital & Patient Safety

Northwestern Medicine group; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital is seeking a full-time Security Officer I for the night shift (10:00 PM–6:30 AM) with every other weekend rotation. The role focuses on protecting patients, visitors, associates, and staff, with responsibilities including incident response, reporting, patrols, and monitoring access control systems.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and certifications such as IAHSS Basic, BLS, and Defensive Tactics in Healthcare

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• IAHSS Basic exam within 90 days of hire and ongoing certification requirements.
• Basic Life Support certification within 9 months of hire.
• Northwestern Medicine Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Investigates hospital incidents and maintains safety for patients, visitors, associates, and staff.
• Completes descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Notifies city officials as needed and prepares reports.
• Performs perimeter and internal patrols of buildings and grounds.
• Monitors access control, alarms, and video systems.

Skills

Situational awareness

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital is seeking a full-time Security Officer I for the night shift (10:00 PM–6:30 AM) with every other weekend rotation. The role focuses on protecting patients, visitors, associates, and staff, with responsibilities including incident response, reporting, patrols, and monitoring access control systems.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and certifications such as IAHSS Basic, BLS, and Defensive Tactics in Healthcare