Security Staff PRN

## Description

**Position Summary:**

Responsible for safety and security checks throughout the hospital grounds. Assists in de-escalation incidents at the instruction of the Registered Nurse. Responsible for reporting safety concerns found during regular rounding of the facility. Responsible for competing required documentation on safety concerns.

**Position Responsibilities:**

*Clinical / Technical Skills* (40% of performance review)

• Makes rounds of the entire campus observing for safety hazards and observes for escalating behaviors
• Monitors conduct of patients on facility grounds
• Monitors vehicle movement and parking on campus
• Responds to all crisis situations, including appropriate codes, related to facility functions and works closely with the charge nurse of the unit
• Assists others with belongings checks and documents belongings/contraband
• Conducts units safety rounds each shift
• Assists nursing staff in searching for residents who have eloped
• Submits all requested reports on a timely basis
• Has complete knowledge of the fire and disaster procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned.

*Safety* (15% of performance review)

• Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family members
• Follows all safety rules while on the job.
• Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly.
• Corrects minor safety hazards.
• Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
• Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety.
• Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

*Teamwork* (15% of performance review)

• Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Responds willingly to colleagues and serves as an active part of the hospital team.
• Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• The ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing as required
• Demonstrates listening skills and the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
• Demonstrates adequate skills in all forms of communication.
• Adheres to the Standards of Behavior

*Integrity* (15% of performance review)

• Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospital
• Adheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws.
• Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health to personal practice and commits to service excellence.
• Supports and demonstrates fiscal responsibility through supply usage, ordering of supplies, and conservation of facility resources.
• Completes required trainings within defined time periods, as established by job description, policies, or hospital leadership
• Exemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude, at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws.
• Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines.

*Compassion* (15% of performance review)

• Demonstrates accountability for ensuring the highest quality patient care for patients.
• Willingness to be accepting of those in need, and to extend a helping hand
• Desire to go above and beyond for others
• Understanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differences

## Qualifications
**Education**

• Required: High school diploma or GED. CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification, provided during orientation.
• Preferred: Associates degree
• Maintains education and development appropriate for position.

**Experience**

• Required: Three to five years previous security experience
• Preferred: Previous experience in a behavioral health or healthcare setting