Travel Casual Patient Watch Security Officer

Paladin Security | New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada Pay: $20.50 per hour

Job Type: Casual / As Needed

Location: Multiple Hospital Sites Across Pictou County, NS

Schedule: Variable Shifts | Days, Evenings, Nights, and Weekends

Travel Required: Yes – Valid Driver's License and Personal Vehicle Required

The Opportunity

Are you a dependable, compassionate, and safety-focused individual looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a meaningful difference in healthcare? Paladin Security is seeking a Travel Casual Patient Watch Security Officer to support multiple healthcare facilities throughout Pictou County, Nova Scotia, including Aberdeen Hospital and Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital.

In this role, your primary responsibility will be providing continuous observation and support to patients who require additional supervision to maintain their safety. You'll also assist with general hospital security duties as needed, helping protect patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong observation skills, excellent communication abilities, and the ability to remain calm and skilled in challenging situations.

Important: This position requires a valid driver's license, access to a personal vehicle, and willingness to travel between hospital sites throughout Pictou County.

At Paladin Security, we're committed to making the world a safer and friendlier place because we CARE!

What You'll Do

As a Travel Casual Patient Watch Security Officer, you'll primarily focus on patient observation and safety while providing additional healthcare security support when required.

Patient Watch Responsibilities

- Provide continuous observation of assigned patients to help ensure their safety and prevent self-harm or injury.
- Monitor patient behavior and promptly report unusual activities, incidents, or potential safety concerns to healthcare professionals.
- Maintain a respectful, professional, and non-invasive presence while observing patients.
- Follow clinical staff instructions and established hospital procedures when assisting with patient safety.
- Use calm, professional communication and non-violent de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations.
- Document patient observations, incidents, and safety concerns accurately and promptly.
- Protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.

Additional Healthcare Security Responsibilities

- Conduct regular patrols of hospital premises,



including parking areas, hallways, patient rooms, entrances, and exits.
- Monitor surveillance cameras and alarm systems to identify suspicious activities or potential security risks.
- Control access to hospital facilities and ensure only authorized individuals enter restricted areas.
- Respond promptly and professionally to medical emergencies, fire alarms, security threats, and other urgent situations.
- Assist hospital staff during emergencies, evacuations, and security incidents.
- Provide courteous and professional customer service to patients, visitors, and healthcare personnel.
- Use effective verbal de-escalation and conflict-resolution techniques to manage difficult interactions.
- Prepare accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and other security documentation.
- Collaborate with hospital personnel and local law enforcement to support coordinated security responses.
- Enforce hospital policies, including visitor and patient protocols, while maintaining respectful interactions.
- Follow established hospital safety and security procedures.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking reliable, professional individuals who demonstrate strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and a genuine commitment to patient safety.

Requirements:

- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.
- Willingness to travel between healthcare facilities throughout Pictou County.
- Ability to obtain a valid Nova Scotia Security License.
- Valid Intermediate First Aid and CPR Level C certification from a CSA-approved provider.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
- Ability to provide Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications or complete the required prerequisite training before onboarding.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field.

Training & Certification Information

Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications are prerequisites for this position.



Applicants who do not currently hold these certifications may participate in Paladin Security's UOF/MOAB training program before beginning onboarding.

Important: This prerequisite training is unpaid. However, Paladin Security covers the full cost of training with a six-month commitment to the position and availability.

Schedule & Work Environment

This is a casual, as-needed position supporting multiple hospital locations throughout Pictou County.

- Variable shifts based on staffing and operational requirements.
- May include day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.
- Travel between hospital sites is required.
- Primary duties involve continuous patient observation, with additional healthcare security responsibilities as needed.

Hospital locations include:

- Aberdeen Hospital
- Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital
- Other assigned healthcare sites within Pictou County

Why Join Paladin Security?

At Paladin Security, we believe our people make the difference. We're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company in 2026, offering opportunities for professional development while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Advantages and perks include:

- Competitive hourly pay of $20.50.
- Medical and dental insurance.
- Paid vacation and sick days.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Free uniforms.
- Company-paid security license.
- Dry cleaning and hemming/tailoring allowance.
- Flexible daily pay options.

Get Paid Your Way!

Enjoy greater financial flexibility with convenient on-demand daily pay options. Your paycheck, on your schedule — daily pay available!

Additional Position Information

- Employment Status: Casual / As Needed
- Primary Listed Location: New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
- Work Sites: Multiple hospitals throughout Pictou County
- Hourly Rate: $20.50 CAD
- Travel Required: Yes
- Transportation: Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required
- Reports To: Client Service Manager

Join Our Team!

If you're dependable, attentive, and committed to providing compassionate patient support while maintaining a safe healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you! Join Paladin Security and help create a safer and friendlier environment for patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals throughout Pictou County.

Paladin Security is committed to workplace diversity, inclusion, and respect. Accommodations are available throughout the interview process and employment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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