Armed Security Officer, Full-Time, Nights, Baptist Nassau

Job Summary

Baptist Health is looking to add an Armed Security Officer to our Protective Services Department at our Baptist Medical Center Nassau location. This is a full-time, nights opportunity, with the hours of 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM.

The Armed Security Officer's primary function is to assure the day-to-day safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees by patrolling and monitoring the medical center properties. As patient safety and experience are top priority this growing team is currently implementing new technologies such as metal detectors. 

As an Armed Security Officer you will be responsible for:

• Reporting any unusual circumstances, and take appropriate corrective actions
• Insuring the protection of individuals from harm by monitoring for safety hazards
• Providing escort services
• Respond to unsafe situations
• Enforce hospital parking regulations 
• Assist individuals with obtaining help for vehicle problems
• Respond and take appropriate action in all instances where the imminent threat of human life is occurring
• Certification Requirement: Class D and Class G licenses required within 90 days of employment
• Experience Required: 5 years of Law Enforcement or DOD/Military Police experience

This Armed Security Officer will be located at Baptist Nassau. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now!

Education Required

High School Diploma/GED

Education Preferred

Associate's Degree

Experience

• Over 5 years Law Enforcement Experience Required

License and Certification

• International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Advanced Certification Preferred Or
• International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Safety Certification Preferred Or
• International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Basic Certification Preferred Or
• Driver's License Required
• Licensed Security Officer - Class G Required Or
• Licensed Security Officer - Class D Required Or

Location

Location Overview

As Nassau County’s only hospital located on beautiful Amelia Island, Baptist Medical Center Nassau is a Magnet™ hospital designated by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in patient care. The progressive hospital utilizes a fully electronic medical record and is an accredited chest pain center. The picturesque area offers many cultural and leisure activities, including golfing, boating and unspoiled beaches. Downtown Jacksonville is a short drive south, offering NFL football, premier theater and music venues, cultural activities and more. Baptist has been named one of the 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare in the U.S. by Modern Healthcare.