What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center?
Job Requirements
A Day in the Life of a Security Officer
Security Officers provide direct security and related public services to Cheyenne Regional. This position routinely serves as a visible deterrence and intervenes in crisis situations when needed.
Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000 patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!
A Day in the Life of a Security Officer
Security Officers provide direct security and related public services to Cheyenne Regional. This position routinely serves as a visible deterrence and intervenes in crisis situations when needed.
Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?
- Employer Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with 4% employer match
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- ANCC Magnet Hospital
- 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Dedicated Loan Forgiveness Advisory Service
- Provides a visible deterrence to crime, prohibited activities, or suspicious activities in both public and non-public areas of the organization.
- Responds quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Identifies individuals experiencing emotional distress and/or not properly processing information. Is supportive or directive as required by situation.
- Intervenes verbally and/or physically during crisis.
- Escorts and assists patients, visitors, and staff.
- Remains alert and vigilant for activities which could result in injury.
- Executes written and verbal instructions.
- Writes accurate, clear, and legible reports.
- Remains informed on current layout of all organizational locations.
- Rounds on units/departments and other locations as scheduled or necessary.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population
- Ability to quickly read a situation and comprehend needs
- Ability to physically restrain people
- Knowledge of facility locations and layout
- Ability to interact with all levels of staff
- Report and correspondence writing skills
- Basic computer and software skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- High school diploma (or Equivalent Certificate from an accredited program) or higher degree
- 60 Days: CPI training w/in 60 days of start date
- Associate’s Degree
- Experience working with public in a service-oriented setting
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000 patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!