Pros
Security Department is a great place to start your public safety career. Lots of certifications given and most of the staff are retired police officers , so its a great resume builder and networking opportunity. Dealt with the same population as the police did. Definitely a place to learn how verbally deescalate many situations. Management is willing to listen to you if you have problems. If you make the department look good , they will stand by you.
Cons
The rest of the hospital treats you like garbage men; they rile up patients causing a big mess , expect us to clean it up , and criticize us if we don't do to their standards. The ED is the worst when it comes to this. Many strong personalities who can do no wrong in their own minds and criticize everyone else. Politics are present as well. Third shift will cry about everything, first and second shift have a rivalry. Some officers can get away with being unprofessional, other cannot. Pay is ok. The hours could better
