Public Safety Officer - Northwest Community Hospital - Evening​/Nights

Hourly Pay Range: $18.84 - $27.32 – The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

• Position: Public Safety Officer
• Location: NCH Hospital - Arlington Heights, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: - 40/PM/Nights- rotating 12 hrs shift.

As a Public Safety Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff within our healthcare facility. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment, responding to security incidents, and upholding hospital policies and procedures.

• Conduct regular patrols of hospital premises, including parking areas and buildings.
• Monitor security cameras and alarm systems to identify and respond to potential security threats or suspicious activities.
• Enforce access control policies by verifying the identity of individuals entering the facility.
• Issue visitor badges and maintain accurate records of visitor activity.
• Respond promptly and effectively to security incidents, emergencies, and alarms.
• Assist in evacuations and lockdown procedures when necessary.
• Document all security incidents, accidents, and unusual activities in detailed reports.
• Collect and preserve evidence when required.
• Provide assistance to patients, visitors, and staff members as needed.
• Escort individuals to their destinations within the hospital when requested.
• Ensure compliance with hospital security policies, as well as state and federal regulations related to healthcare security.
• Report policy violations or breaches to the Supervisor.
• Maintain effective communication with the Public Safety team, hospital staff, and law enforcement agencies when necessary.
• Relay important information and updates to appropriate parties.

• The level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a High School education or equivalent. Working knowledge of the Security Laws in the State of Illinois preferred.
• Ability to pass NCH written Security Competency Test within 6 months of initial date of employment and annually thereafter.
• Must successfully complete and maintain a minimum standard of American Heart Association Adult Heartsaver CPR and AED training within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to successfully complete mandatory Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) within 3 months of hire and annually thereafter.
• Must possess a valid State of Illinois driver's license.

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.