Police Officer PRN - St. Mary's Hospital

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Police Officer (Flat Rate) – St. Mary's Hospital

Job Summary:

The Police Officer provides internal and external safety/police functions to support the general safety of BSMH facilities to include participation in investigations and arrests when warranted. Police officers are assigned to an area and responds to radio and/or telephone calls for routine and/or emergency assistance.

Essential Functions:

• Protects patients, visitors and employees by providing escorts, patrolling grounds, and mitigating environment of care safety hazards.

• Deters criminal activity through routine patrols of all hospital property to include all parking lots and decks.

• Enforces policies e.g. parking regulations, visitation policies, drug enforcement, and tobacco free/smoking policy.

• Monitors hospital activity on closed circuit television to be alerted to any escalating situations that may require protective services involvement.

• Intervenes in patient, visitor and/or staff confrontations as appropriate.

• Documents all duties performed to include completion of daily activity logs and incident reports. 

• Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures, alarm response, evacuation and internal and external disaster plans.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Education:

• High school diploma or GED (required, except Richmond market)  

• Associate's degree (preferred)  

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license (required, except Richmond market)

• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required within 6 months of hire, except Richmond market)

• Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy Certification (required in Ohio within 6 months of hire)

• Certified completion of an approved police training academy and be a sworn law enforcement officer with police powers in the corresponding facility county (St. Mary's Hospital - Henrico County, Memorial Regional - Hanover County, St. Francis - Chesterfield County, Richmond Community - City of Richmond (required in Richmond))

Experience:

• 1-3 years of security, law enforcement, or miliary experience (preferred)  

Skills & Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills: 

• ​Basic Skills using Microsoft Word. 

• Demonstrate proficiency in the use, maintenance, and safety protocols for defensive tools and restraint equipment (e.g., batons, handcuffs, body-worn cameras, soft restraints), in alignment with healthcare regulations and organizational policies. 

• Maintain strong technical skills in radio communication, report writing, surveillance systems, and access control software, with the ability to accurately document incidents and coordinate effectively with clinical teams and law enforcement. 

Soft/Interpersonal Skills: 

• Effective communication, active listening, empathy, and conflict resolution.  

Training:

• Non-violent crisis intervention training (required within 6 months of hire, except Richmond market) 

• Firearms qualifications; successfully pass bi-annual firearms qualifications. 

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com