Special Conservator of the Peace- NRV

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

The Special Conservator of the Peace (SCOP) is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors by managing the custody and oversight of individuals under Emergency Custody Orders (ECOs) and Temporary Detention Orders (TDOs). The SCOP acts as a sworn officer with specific legal authority within the hospital and associated facilities, focusing on maintaining lawful custody and ensuring compliance with state and hospital regulations
 

• Assume and maintain lawful custody of patients under Emergency Custody Orders (ECOs) and Temporary Detention Orders (TDOs).
• Monitor and secure patients in custody to ensure safety while maintaining dignity and respect for the individual’s rights.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, clinical staff, and legal representatives to manage the transfer and oversight of individuals under custody.
• Maintain thorough documentation of custody-related actions, including patient movements, incidents, and compliance with custody terms.
• Enforce hospital policies and court orders pertaining to patient custody and public safety.
• Consistently deliver the best in customer service and patient care. As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors, and other employees.

What We Require:

Education: High School Education required

Experience: Previous security or law enforcement experience preferred.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Valid Virginia driver’s license required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Must possess a driving record within the scope of Carilion’s Driver Regulations. Applicant must be at least 18 years of age. Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Computer keyboarding skills.

About Carilion

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An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.