Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Diversity and inclusion initiatives
Job Description
Children's Nebraska stands as the region's only full-service pediatric healthcare center, dedicated to providing exceptional comprehensive care to children and their families. As a cornerstone of pediatric health services, Children's Nebraska combines clinical excellence with a deep commitment to advocacy, research, and education, ensuring every child receives holistic medical attention tailored to their unique needs. The hospital serves as a beacon of hope and healing, emphasizing a People First culture where every team member is valued and supported. This environment promotes a sense of joy, belonging, wellbeing, and continuous professional growth, cultivating an atmosphere where staff members can thrive and deliver outstanding care to their young patients.
The position available is for an entry-level Security Officer within the hospital and other associated Children’s Health System entities. Reporting generally to a Security Officer II, this role is vital to maintaining a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for patients, families, guests, and staff. Security Officers at Children's Nebraska play an essential role in safeguarding vulnerable populations in a pediatric healthcare setting, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting hospital operations through vigilant monitoring and proactive safety measures. This position emphasizes situational awareness, compassion, and ethical responsibility, aligning with the hospital’s values and standards. Security Officers are responsible for internal and external patrols, responding promptly to incidents, managing potentially volatile situations with minimal force, and carefully documenting activities. The role requires adherence to Standard Operating Procedures, collaboration with security control center operators, and effective engagement with patients and visitors using a language of caring and professionalism.
Children’s Nebraska offers a unique opportunity to start or further a career in healthcare security, particularly in a setting dedicated to children’s health and wellbeing. The institution is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. The working environment emphasizes support and career development, providing training such as Basic Life Support certification, defensive tactics, and additional security training to ensure officers are well-prepared. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals with an interest in security, healthcare, or customer service who wish to make a meaningful difference while working in a highly respected healthcare institution. Regular attendance and physical capability to meet job demands are fundamental. By joining Children’s Nebraska as a Security Officer, candidates will contribute to creating brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children and families the hospital serves, embedding themselves in a community-focused, high-impact role where their efforts make a true difference.
The position available is for an entry-level Security Officer within the hospital and other associated Children’s Health System entities. Reporting generally to a Security Officer II, this role is vital to maintaining a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for patients, families, guests, and staff. Security Officers at Children's Nebraska play an essential role in safeguarding vulnerable populations in a pediatric healthcare setting, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting hospital operations through vigilant monitoring and proactive safety measures. This position emphasizes situational awareness, compassion, and ethical responsibility, aligning with the hospital’s values and standards. Security Officers are responsible for internal and external patrols, responding promptly to incidents, managing potentially volatile situations with minimal force, and carefully documenting activities. The role requires adherence to Standard Operating Procedures, collaboration with security control center operators, and effective engagement with patients and visitors using a language of caring and professionalism.
Children’s Nebraska offers a unique opportunity to start or further a career in healthcare security, particularly in a setting dedicated to children’s health and wellbeing. The institution is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. The working environment emphasizes support and career development, providing training such as Basic Life Support certification, defensive tactics, and additional security training to ensure officers are well-prepared. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals with an interest in security, healthcare, or customer service who wish to make a meaningful difference while working in a highly respected healthcare institution. Regular attendance and physical capability to meet job demands are fundamental. By joining Children’s Nebraska as a Security Officer, candidates will contribute to creating brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children and families the hospital serves, embedding themselves in a community-focused, high-impact role where their efforts make a true difference.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- previous hospital, customer service, or general work experience preferred
- requires ability to read, write, speak, and perform mathematical calculations
- BLS - Basic Life Support certification required
- successful completion of Response to Resistance training or equivalent defensive tactics training within 60 days required
- completion of IAHSS Basic Certified Healthcare Security Officer course within 180 days required
- valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- previous hospital, customer service, or general work experience preferred
- requires ability to read, write, speak, and perform mathematical calculations to complete investigations, reports, and work with the public, patients, visitors, employees and staff in a professional and competent manner
- BLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association
- successful completion of Response to Resistance training or equivalent defensive tactics training within 60 days
- completion of IAHSS Basic Certified Healthcare Security Officer course within 180 days
- a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record/driving record
Job Duties
- Performs internal and external foot and/or vehicular patrols
- staffs stationary security posts in accordance with standard operating procedures and maintaining a safe and secure environment
- demonstrates situational awareness and addresses threats to the environment in an urgent manner
- responds to calls for service as dispatched by the Security Control Center or self-initiated in a timely manner following established SOPs, demonstrating urgency and professionalism
- effectively controls combative, unruly or intoxicated patients, visitors, employees or trespassers, deescalating the situation using appropriate methods to achieve a desirable outcome
- maintains a safe environment by practicing situational awareness and being observant for safety and security concerns and demonstrative initiative in addressing them in a timely manner
- provides timely information to the Security Control Center Operators to ensure accurate documentation of activity and completes all incident reports in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with policy and SOP
- regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job
- performs physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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