Armed Security Officer, PRN, Baptist Nassau

Date Posted: Jun 12, 2026

Status: PRN

Shift Details: N/A

Job Summary

  • *Eligible for Up to $1500 Sign-on Bonus, if hired externally.*

    Baptist Health is looking to add an Armed Security Officer to our Protective Services Department at our Baptist Nassau location. This is a PRN position working 12-hour shifts.

    The Security Officer's primary function is to assure the day-to-day safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees by patrolling and monitoring the medical center properties. As patient safety and experience are top priority this growing team is currently implementing new technologies such as metal detectors.

    As a Security Officer you will be responsible for:

    • Reporting any unusual circumstances, and take appropriate corrective actions

    • Insuring the protection of individuals from harm by monitoring for safety hazards

    • Providing escort services

    • Respond to unsafe situations

    • Enforce hospital parking regulations

    • Assist individuals with obtaining help for vehicle problems

    Experience Requirements:

    • Over 5 years Law Enforcement Experience Required

    Education & Credential Requirements

    • High School Diploma Required

    • Associate or Science Preferred

    • Driver's License Required

    • Licensed Security Officer- Class G Required

    • Licensed Security Officer- Class D Required

    • International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Advanced Preferred

    • International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Safety Preferred

    • International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Basic Preferred

    This Security Officer will be located at Baptist Nassau. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now!

    Positions designated as requiring a level II Background ( A detailed fingerprint-based screening for positions of trust that check state (FDLE) and national (FBI) criminal history) will undergo screening as a condition of employment and continued employment. For additional information, please visit Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

  • Additional Job Description
    Additional Job Description

Education Required

High School

Experience

  • Law Enforcement Experience

License and Certification

  • Licensed Security Officer - Class G - DACS
  • Driver's License - DMV
  • Licensed Security Officer - Class D - DACS

Location

Baptist Nassau
1250 S 18th St
Fernandina Beach, Florida, 32034


About Baptist Health

Chosen as the area's “Most Preferred” healthcare provider every year since 1990 according to the annual National Research Corporation study of Jacksonville area residents, Baptist Health ranks highest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation.