SECURITY GUARD - SECURITY - FT NIGHTS (58511)
About The Position
Monitoring and securing premises - Hospital security guards keep the premises secure yet accessible in the event of an emergency by: Patrolling hospital grounds: routinely patrol on foot or with a vehicle to detect unusual activities, breaches, or threats. Inspecting for safety hazards: identify and report potential risks like fire hazards, spills, or blocked pathways. Access control to sensitive areas: make sure only authorized personnel access high-security zones like the obstetrics unit to protect vulnerable patients. Checking locks: verify that doors, windows, and cabinets are securely locked to prevent theft or unauthorized access. Clearing emergency routes: maintain clear pathways to facilitate swift access for ambulances and emergency teams. Managing visitor and patient safety - Guards ensure that hospital visitors feel welcome, safe, and as comfortable as possible under the circumstances by: Doing guest control: verify visitors’ credentials and monitor movement within the hospital. Visitor screening: check for prohibited items to ensure compliance with hospital policies. Escorting visitors after hours: After-hours escorts help reduce the risk of unauthorized activities. Performing morgue release procedures: supervise the morgue's access and release of bodies with proper documentation. Assisting in transfers of high-risk patients: support staff in moving patients who may pose risks due to medical or behavioral conditions. Managing visitation hours and procedures: enforce time restrictions and help regulate the flow of visitors. Mediating and de-escalating conflicts: diffuse volatile situations to maintain a peaceful environment. Handling emergency situations Responding to incidents like theft, violence, or medical emergencies: act quickly to help reduce disruption in normal operations. Leading in evacuations: guide staff and patients to safety during fire drills, disasters, or other emergencies. Collaborating with hospital staff Assisting healthcare professionals: provide backup during challenging or volatile situations like behavioral disturbances or emergencies. Helping to subdue aggressive or agitated patients: support medical staff by restraining individuals when necessary and helping to move them when needed. Patient/Visitor assistance Providing guidance and directions: help visitors navigate the hospital’s layout to find specific departments or rooms. Explaining and enforcing hospital policies and procedures: communicate rules clearly and make sure that everyone complies Writing reports Writing incident reports: document occurrences like thefts, accidents, or conflicts in detailed reports for hospital and legal records. Security Rounds: maintain daily logs that record patrol activities, visitor access, unusual observations, completed security tasks to ensure transparency and accountability.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successfully complete a 20-hour Basic Security Training Course approved by the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
- Obtain an Illinois PERC card (background check) AND Illinois Security License.
- Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training required within the first three months of employment.
- Two years previous security experience preferred.
- Must possess interpersonal communication skills to effectively resolve hostile situations.
- Ability to comprehend and fulfill requirements related to security procedures and hospital policies and procedures acquired through on-the-job training.
- Ability to apply knowledge of patient rights, safety rights, safety practices, infection control principles, and risk management issues.
- Ability to maintain a high level of integration, confidentiality and professionalism.
- Strong observational skills
- Physical fitness
- Effective communication
- Empathetic mindset
- De-escalation abilities
- Tech-savviness
- CPR and First Aid certification will be required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in health care settings preferred.
Responsibilities
- Patrolling hospital grounds
- Inspecting for safety hazards
- Access control to sensitive areas
- Checking locks
- Clearing emergency routes
- Guest control
- Visitor screening
- Escorting visitors after hours
- Performing morgue release procedures
- Assisting in transfers of high-risk patients
- Managing visitation hours and procedures
- Mediating and de-escalating conflicts
- Responding to incidents like theft, violence, or medical emergencies
- Leading in evacuations
- Assisting healthcare professionals
- Helping to subdue aggressive or agitated patients
- Providing guidance and directions
- Explaining and enforcing hospital policies and procedures
- Writing incident reports
- Security Rounds
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
