Public Safety Officer AM & PM

Position: Public Safety Officer Full-Time AM & PM
Description

Join our mission to provide a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff. BRGMC is seeking a dedicated and vigilant Public Safety Officer to be part of our frontline team in ensuring safety, security, and compassionate service within our healthcare facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patrol hospital grounds and facilities to ensure safety and compliance
• Respond to emergencies, alarms, and incidents in a calm and professional manner
• Enforce hospital policies and support staff with safety-related concerns
• Assist with patient, visitor, and staff safety needs including conflict de-escalation
• Monitor surveillance equipment and access control systems
• Complete detailed incident reports and documentation

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior experience in security, law enforcement, or public safety preferred
• Valid driver's license (if applicable)
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations
• Certification in CPR and first aid (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Supportive, mission-driven team
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Make a meaningful impact on the health and safety of your community

Requirements

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1 year of work experience in Security, military, corrections, or law enforcement. Work experience within one of these areas within a healthcare facility preferred.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

HS diploma or GED;
Associate's/Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.

SPECIAL SKILL, LICENSE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 21 years of age

• Valid LA driver's license with no more than two (2) moving violations in the last three (3) years; if hired, out of state applicants must have valid LA license within 30 days

• Able to understand, carry out/perform, and adhere to instructions, directives, policies, procedures, etc.

• Able to effectively apply statutory laws, legal precedents, policy, and training in response to situations

• Able to make independent decisions during stressful situations, within scope of company policies, personal experience, and legal boundaries

• Dependable and motivated to complete duties without constant supervision. Able to interact appropriately with a diverse population

• Able to remain calm in stressful situations

• Ability to operate computers, monitors, cameras, CCTV systems, printers, mobile devices/scanners and or other office and security-related equipment, as required

• Basic officer certifications, International Association of Healthcare Security & Safety preferred.

• Successful completion of military advancement or related course preferred.

HIPAA REQUIREMENTS:

Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable HIPAA regulations appropriate to Job Position including but not limited to: patient demographics, patient related complaints, and information related to patient location.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable safety practices appropriate to Job Position including but not limited to:
Incident reporting, PPE, exposure control plans, environment of care, identifies patients, if necessary, monitors alarms and interfaces with all age groups and complies with related competencies.