Security Officer - Full Time - 32 Hours - First Shift

Southern New Hampshire Health; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Prescription coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance (short/long term)

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Education & Paid Training

Job summary

Southern NH Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer to maintain a safe patient environment through rounds, incident reporting, and collaboration with clinical staff. The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and 1–2 years of security experience, with CPI training within 90 days.

Responsibilities include monitoring rounds, handling aggressive patients per policy, documenting incidents, and supporting emergency procedures. Competitive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related security experience.
• High school graduate required.
• Must acquire key personal safety skills within 90 days (handcuff, pepper spray, crisis intervention).
• Must have or be able to attend CPI training program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security/safety rounds of the facility and document findings.
• Assist in managing aggressive/combative patients and apply restraints per policy.
• Provide incident documentation and concise reports.
• Assist in emergency evacuation planning and heliport operations.

Skills

Security experience

CPI training

Driver's license

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Who We Are

At Southern NH Medical Center our security team plays a crucial role in keeping everyone safe. They monitor the premises, respond to emergencies, and help maintain a calm atmosphere for patients and their families. Their presence ensures that people feel secure while they focus on healing, making them an important part of the hospital environment. Through their steady vigilance and approachable demeanor, they contribute to a safer, more reassuring space for everyone.

Who We Are

At Southern NH Medical Center our security team plays a crucial role in keeping everyone safe. They monitor the premises, respond to emergencies, and help maintain a calm atmosphere for patients and their families. Their presence ensures that people feel secure while they focus on healing, making them an important part of the hospital environment. Through their steady vigilance and approachable demeanor, they contribute to a safer, more reassuring space for everyone.

About The Job

Our Main Campus and West Campus have security guards on duty 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. Our Officers provides a safe and secure patient care environment by conducting safety/security rounds, emergency/crisis management, access control and prevention of crimes against people and property.

What You’ll Do

• Conducts Security/Safety rounds of the facility twice during shift. Document’s findings, identifies and corrects discrepancies and hazards, and tests alarm systems.
• Assists in the management of aggressive/combative patients. Assists licensed clinical staff in application of restraints. Monitors high-risk patients awaiting disposition in the ED. Understands and accordingly applies Medical Center’s “Use of Force” policy.
• Provides required documentation of security department incidents and activity. Describes and produces clear, concise reports of an incident and records in a daily activity log.
• Facilitates use of emergency evacuation heliport and understands policies governing use. Uses knowledge of ground safety training as required.
• Acts as first responder for Hazardous Material emergencies. Conducts immediate assessment of situation, isolates hazard appropriately, and activates outside resources (NPD/NFR) as needed.

Who You Are

• High school graduate required.
• Must acquire key personal safety skills within 90 days of employment (i.e., handcuff, pepper spray, crisis intervention). Must have or be able to attend CPI training program.
• Must have valid driver’s license for mobile patrol of facility
• One to two years of related security experience.

Why You’ll Love Us

• Health, dental, prescription and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Education & Paid Training Courses
• So much more!