Housekeeper, Healthcare

GENERAL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Supervisor and/or the Director of Housekeeping, assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe and comfortable manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

* Clean and disinfect (including vacuuming, wiping, mopping, polishing, etc.) resident rooms, offices, dining rooms, and common areas.

* Vacuum and damp mop floors.

* Dust/damp wipe furniture, equipment, and window sills.

* Clean and disinfect beds, bedside cabinet, over bed beds, and wheelchairs.

* Arrange furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion.

* Replenish paper towel, toilet paper, and soap supplies.

* Empty waste baskets, cleans, and relines them.

* Interact with residents, patients, coworkers, and facility staff in a professional and courteous manner.

* Clean up spills, soiled areas, and other conditions as observed or directed.

* Must be able to work independently with minimal supervisor.

* Ensure equipment and work areas are safe; that procedures regarding cleaners or hazardous materials or objects are strictly adhered to; that equipment and supplies are properly stored.

* Universal precautions and infection control, isolation, fire, safety and sanitation practices and procedures are followed; and promptly report any hazardous conditions and equipment.

* Remove trash and put in assigned location.

* Must maintain regular attendance.

* All other duties as assigned or needed

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

* Report all incidents and accidents; ensure cleaning schedules are followed; and coordinate daily housekeeping services with other departments.

* Ensure that equipment and supply carts and adequate supplies are properly maintained.

* Conforms to all fire and safety regulations.

* Comply with all Company and facility policies related to safety and infection control procedures. Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to your supervisor.

* Understand, comply with, and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents' rights; promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance (Uniform and name tag/badge)

* Maintain the confidentiality of resident/patient information.

* Attend and participate in educational activities, in-service training, and staff meetings.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

* No formal education is required, only the ability to follow instructions. High School Diploma or GED preferred

* Environmental services experience is preferred, but employee can be trained through in-service education.

* Ability to keep assigned area in a condition complying with corporate standards.

* Must have the ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English at a level necessary to accomplish the job.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

* Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents/patients and families and to work cooperatively with other associates.

* Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation

WORKING CONDITIONS WORK ENVIRONMENT

Walking/mobility, reaching, bending, lifting (up to 50 pounds), grasping, pushing and pulling; fine hand coordination; ability to distinguish smells and temperatures; ability to hear and respond to pages; ability to read and write; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to communicate with residents and others; ability to understand and follow training and in-service education; and ability to remain calm in emergency situations and when handling multiple tasks.