Hospital Safety Officer Ranks

The Hospitalization Safety Officer is a civilian, unarmed safety professional assigned to provide continuous custody observation, safety oversight, and environmental control for incarcerated individuals receiving medical treatment at Northside Gwinnett Hospital
.

This role ensures the safety of hospital staff, patients, visitors, and the public while preserving custody integrity and dignity for individuals under medical care. Officers operate in a high-visibility, high-responsibility environment requiring situational awareness, emotional intelligence, discretion, and strict adherence to policy
. This position is not sworn and carries no law enforcement authority
.

Serve as civilian safety personnel with limited custodial responsibility

Responsibilities strictly include observation, reporting, access control, and safety presence

No arrests, investigations, or discretionary enforcement actions

Escalate incidents to law enforcement or supervisory personnel as required

Custody Observation and Inmate Safety

Maintain uninterrupted visual observation of assigned inmate patients

Ensure custody integrity during medical treatment, hospital movement, and room transitions

Immediately report custody concerns, safety risks, or compliance issues

Hospital Safety and Environmental Control

Control access to inmate treatment rooms and surrounding areas

Prevent unauthorized contact or interference with inmate patients

Maintain awareness of hospital activity and visitor movement

Professional Conduct and Compliance

Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, neutrality, and ethical conduct

Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and agency policy

Demonstrate emotional regulation, restraint, and sound judgment under pressure

Maintain professional appearance, grooming, posture, and demeanor

Comply fully with all Valor Protection Safety Agency policies and procedures

Shift Coverage and Operational Readiness

Maintain availability for rotating shifts including:

11 PM - 7 AM

7 AM - 3 PM

3 PM - 11 PM

Minimum age of 21 years

At least 2 years' experience in security, corrections, hospital security, military, or high-accountability safety roles

Valid government-issued  Social Security card or birth certificate

Ability to pass local, state, and national background investigations

Successful completion of fingerprinting and drug screening

Medical physical clearance confirming fitness for duty

Ability to complete required pre-service and ongoing training

Strong verbal communication skills and emotional intelligence

Ability to remain alert and attentive for extended periods

Corrections or detention experience

Hospital or healthcare security experience

Military or law enforcement background

Crisis intervention or de-escalation training

Proven reliability and professionalism

Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods

Respond quickly to emergency situations

High tolerance for stress and medical trauma exposure

Maintain composure during periods of inactivity

Strict adherence to all policies and procedures

Full compliance with documentation and reporting standards

Reports directly to Valor Protection Safety Supervisor

Valor Protection Safety Agency is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.