Police Officer
US-IL-Decatur
Careers (External)
Req #: 20016
Type: PRN
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Overview: Protects life, property of all persons on hospital premises and polices buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft and vandalism. PRN, as needed position. Responsibilities: * Thoroughly patrols buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism or safety hazards. * Courteously escorts visitors, patients and staff to and from parking areas. Responds to requests for services. * Responds to "Code Reds" and drills in accordance with fire alarm procedures outlined in the Hospital Fire Plan. * Demonstrates good judgment in determining priorities in responding to emergency situations appropriately. Controls disorderly patients in a therapeutic manner by identifying the need, level, and type of crisis intervention necessary. * Maintains accurate and factual typed reports of logs of tour of duty. * Compliance with departmental or Hospital directives and policy. * Quality of patient, visitor, staff relations. Strives to be a productive and positive-minded team member of the department and Hospital. (Evaluator's judgment based partially on feedback from patients, employees, and visitors. * Extent to which appropriate safety precautions are adhered to, both personally and as it relates to others and the facility at large. * Self-growth. * Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Associate degree in liberal arts or related field. Must have a valid Illinois driver's license. Must be active full time police officer that is certified by the State of Illinois. Will receive patient restraint and one-on-one inservice training. Must have a valid FOID card or ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.