Description

Carson City, NV | Per Diem US:NV:Carson City SECURITY

About Carson Tahoe Health

CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5 th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.

Summary

The Security Officer is responsible for for ensuring the security, safety, and well-being of all Carson Tahoe Health staff, patients, visitors, and properties. This is accomplished through actively patrolling, identifying security issues, and correcting deficiencies at all Carson Tahoe Health properties.

Responsibilities

• Responds to the needs and inquiries of the Carson Tahoe Health community, and strives for a safe and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors. Supports and creates a community based model and sets standards for cross-disciplinary work to improve customer service. • Responds to all calls for service and ensures the making of reports and maintaining records. • Promote crime prevention and utilize proactive techniques to reduce crime, theft and loss of Carson Tahoe Health property. • Uses resources to respond to incidents, including emergencies and code gray violent events. • Will be required to administer patient restraints when authorization is provided by an approved medical practitioner. • Positively interact with Carson City Sheriff's Department, Nevada Department of Corrections, and other county, state, federal and out of state law enforcement agencies to build and continue a positive working relationship. • Maintains security and access systems. • Verifies identity of visitors and escorts to and from secure locations. • Completes required paperwork, such as inventories, check-sheets, and reports. • Communicate important security and safety information and incidents to next shift. • Patrol premises to secure property and personnel. Monitors surveillance equipment to assure security of premises. • Respond calmly to emergencies such as visitors requiring first aid. • Report defects and deficiencies of the equipment and vehicles immediately, check all inventory items at the beginning and end of shift, and report discrepancies to Security Supervisor. • Conduct audits of alarms, locks and security equipment. • Collaborates with other departments including, but not limited to, Biomed and Plant Operations, to plan facility and equipment checks by vendors as relates to life safety and security. • Must successfully complete all required departmental and organizational training programs within 90 days. • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required o High school diploma or equivalent o Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS) for Healthcare Providers within ninety (90) days of hire o Two (2) years experience in security, law enforcement or related field o Current unrestricted Driver's license and proof of personal auto insurance o Current NVCI/CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) certification or initial training certification within ninety (90) days of hire • Preferred o Military police or law enforcement experience o Security and/or healthcare experience with high acuity level psychiatric patients

Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada

• Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
• Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
• Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
• We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
• Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system

Our Benefits

• No State Income Tax
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
• Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
• 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses
• On Site Education & Certification Programs
• Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
• Free Calm App Subscription