Public Safety Officer - SJH

Prime Healthcare; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint John Hospital, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a security professional dedicated to ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff. The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare security, a high school diploma, and the ability to handle various security challenges in a dynamic hospital setting. This per diem role offers flexibility and the chance to work with a committed team in a reputable institution.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare security or related field preferred.
• Certification from IAHSS preferred.
• Valid State Driver's License required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform security services including electronic surveillance.
• Coordinate facility response to potential problems.
• Collaborate with the Environment of Care committee.

Skills

Healthcare Security

Surveillance

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

At Saint John Hospital, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint John Hospital is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Our hospital offers a range of services including acute care, 24/7 emergency care, senior behavioral health, skilled nursing, ambulatory care (including outpatient surgical services), imaging services (such as 3D mammography, Diagnostic Imaging, and Ultrasound), and Rehabilitation Services (Physical, Occupational, Speech/Language Therapy, and Audiology). Saint John Hospital is certified as an Advanced Disease-Specific Care for Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. We have received a 5-star rating for Treatment of Sepsis (2018-2020) and Treatment of Heart Failure (2020) by Healthgrades. The hospital is part of Prime Healthcare Services and is affiliated with Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. To learn more, visit www.saintjohnleavenworth.com or call 913-680-6000.

Saint John Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment 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 protected category under federal, state, or local laws. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

• Performs security services, including electronic surveillance and systematic manual rounds.
• Coordinates facility response to various potential problems for patients, employees, and visitors.
• Enforces policies and procedures, ensuring equitable enforcement.
• Follows guidelines and monitoring techniques to establish a safe workplace and environment of care.
• Collaborates with the Environment of Care committee for a multi-disciplinary approach to security and safety.
• Participates in employee awareness and education initiatives.
• Drives as needed for company business.

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.

Employment Status: Per Diem

Shift: Variable