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

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