Housekeeper

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Here are a few of our benefits :

• Annual performance wage increases
• 401k retirement plan with a company match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• $50,000 basic life insurance paid by the company
• Paid time off
• Discounted employee meals
• OnShift Wallet access your pay faster!
• Leaders Credit Union
• Holiday pay
• Telehealth through 98point6 free to all employees

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES :

To perform this job, an individual must accomplish each essential function satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Interpret work schedules and assignments
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily schedules
• Clean and / or vacuum front entry, lobby areas and public restrooms upon checking in, including :

o Nurses station

o Office areas

o Hall handrails

o Door closures

o Fire extinguishers

o Supply and exhaust vents

o Anywhere prone to dust collection

Clean assigned zone, proceeding in an orderly fashion and doing a complete job, including :

o Doors and door frames

o Walls

o Ceilings

o Patient room furniture

o Windows and sills

o Overbed lights

o Bed frames and rails

o Exhaust vents

o Any item prone to dust collection

• Clean dining tables, chairs, ice machines, coffee pots and other equipment immediately after patient meals
• During cleaning process, monitor location of chemicals
• Complete monthly bed cleaning duty, as posted on monthly time schedule
• Fill dispensers : toilet paper, paper towels, soap, etc.
• Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions, spills, excess carts, baskets, supplies, and equipment
• Discard waste and trash into proper containers and re-line receptacles with plastic liners
• Properly set up appropriate Caution and safety signs before performing housekeeping tasks
• Ensure that work assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored during work periods, as well as before leaving the area
• Assist in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested
• Report low inventory of housekeeping supplies
• Clean housekeeping equipment, carts, etc.
• Perform terminal cleaning procedures and other related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Before end of shift, recheck all areas to ensure proper order, cleanliness of maid carts and completion of trash removal
• Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Maintain dignity and respect for patients’ personal and property rights
• Attend and participate in in-service education classes, on-the-job training programs as scheduled or as directed
• Report all incidents, accidents, hazardous conditions or equipment to supervisor immediately
• Comply with established infection control and universal precaution practices, and coordinate isolation procedures with nursing services, as well as follow fire safety policies and procedures
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of conditions and other information relating to patients
• Turn in and / or report all lost and found items to the supervisor
• Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth, and interest in patients’ personal and healthcare needs
• Successful completion of required training
• Handle multiple priorities effectively
• Reliable transportation

Required Computer Software / Equipment used :

• HRIS / scheduling systems
• Computer

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

o High school diploma or equivalent preferred

COMPANY COMPETENCIES :

• Respect We treat people as they want to be treated, showing regard for their rights and privacy
• Integrity We emphasize honesty, fairness, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching
• Teamwork We work collaboratively to improve processes, resolve problems and reward results
• Excellence We hold ourselves to the highest standards, aspiring to zero defects in every task
• Compassion We respond to those who need help with sensitivity and a positive attitude
• Professionalism We perform our duties with skill, good judgement and politeness

JOB COMPETENCIES :

1. Analytical Thinking : Able to gather and analyze data and reach appropriate conclusion; solves problems in a timely manner.

• 2. Customer and Personal Service : Possess good interpersonal skills while dealing with emotional or difficult situations;
• respond promptly to customer’s needs. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing personal services, including needs assessment;

meeting quality standards.

3. Accountability : Accepts responsibility for own decisions, actions and results; able to maintain dependable behavior in times of crisis or complexity.

4. Attendance : Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered; returns from lunch and breaks appropriately;

arrives at meetings on time; notifies supervisor of pending absences.

5. Communication : Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively; listens and receives clarification.

6. Ethical Behavior : Upholds organizational values and abides by state and federal regulations; maintains confidentiality of HIPAA information;

treats others with respect.

7. Initiative : Seeks increased responsibility; sets self-improvement goals related to the organization’s objectives.

8. Job and Industry Knowledge : Demonstrates knowledge of the position and industry; seeks additional information.

9. Productivity and Quality of Work : Maintains high level of performance while demonstrating commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.

10. Teamwork : Displays ease working with others; contributes ideas and skills to team; puts success of team above own interests.

Communicates with co-workers at all levels to adequately meet the needs of patients.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Audio-Visual : Hearing : Good
• Ability to lift to 40 pounds
• Exposure to hazardous materials
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling
• Work is typically performed in a standard skilled nursing facility; well-lit; comfortable temperature-controlled
• Above-average conversational noise is frequent
• Position may require flexible hours, unscheduled overtime or occasional week-end work
• Travel may be required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Our Organization does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws.

The Organization will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made.