Public Safety Officer

Saint John Hospital, Inc.; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare

Job summary

Saint John Hospital, Inc. seeks a Public Safety Officer to perform hospital security duties on a per diem basis at St Johns Hospital in Leavenworth, KS.

The role includes electronic surveillance, patrols, incident response, and collaboration with the Environment of Care Committee to support a multidisciplinary safety approach. Preferred candidates have healthcare security experience, a high school diploma, and an IAHSS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• IAHSS certification preferred for healthcare security.
• Valid state driver’s license upon hire and maintained.
• Current DMV record may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Access Control and Patrols: monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas; conduct regular interior and exterior patrols to deter theft, violence, or unsafe behavior
• Emergency Response: respond to emergency codes and assist with crowd control, evacuation, or containment as needed
• De-escalation and Conflict Management: intervene in disruptive situations using de-escalation techniques to calm agitated patients or visitors, often in collaboration with clinical staff
• Patient and Visitor Assistance: escort patients or visitors safely through the facility, provide directions, and assist with lost-and-found or personal property issues
• Incident Documentation: write detailed reports on incidents, accidents, or safety hazards and report findings to supervisors or risk management

Skills

De-escalation

Emergency response

Patrol procedures

Interpersonal communication

Crisis management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

IAHSS certification

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

Overview

Department: Security

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Shifts Available: Variable

Hours: Variable

Location: St Johns Hospital - Leavenworth, KS

We are seeking a Public Safety Officer, sometimes referred to as a Hospital Security Officer or Healthcare Security Officer. The Public Safety Officer will perform a range of security duties including electronic surveillance and routine manual patrols to ensure the safety of the facility. The Public Safety Officer will coordinate responses to incidents involving patients, staff, and visitors while enforcing policies and procedures fairly and consistently. The Public Safety Officer will collaborate with the Environment of Care Committee to support a multidisciplinary approach to safety and security at our hospital. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Responsibilities

• Access Control and Patrols: monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas; conduct regular interior and exterior patrols to deter theft, violence, or unsafe behavior
• Emergency Response: respond to emergency codes and assist with crowd control, evacuation, or containment as needed
• De-escalation and Conflict Management: intervene in disruptive situations using de-escalation techniques to calm agitated patients or visitors, often in collaboration with clinical staff
• Patient and Visitor Assistance: escort patients or visitors safely through the facility, provide directions, and assist with lost-and-found or personal property issues
• Incident Documentation: write detailed reports on incidents, accidents, or safety hazards and report findings to supervisors or risk management

Qualifications

• Experience in Healthcare security or related field preferred
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Certification from IAHSS (International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety) preferred
• Valid State Driver’s license upon hire and maintained current
• Current DMV report

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf