External applicants are eligible for an up to $2500 sign on bonus!!! This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing essential housekeeping functions throughout the hospital.
Primary work will consist of disinfecting / sanitizing patient care areas and other areas of the hospital. Work is completed in a friendly, safe and sanitary way following infection control guidelines, universal precautions and directives from EVS Management Team. Job Duties
- Disinfects / sanitizes assigned work area using proper equipment.
- Removes waste, linen, recycling, some equipment, and sharps containers.
- Cleans assigned area(s) following the daily duty sheet.
- Vacuums assigned area(s), uses and maintains equipment properly and safely.
- Reports needed repairs or safety related items immediately to appropriate level of management.
- Reports any patient's belongings found to nursing immediately for prompt follow up.
- Replenishes patient supplies as needed or requested by the patient.
- Strips, sanitizes and makes all types of hospital beds.
- Demonstrates proper use of standard precautions and infection control policies.
- Demonstrates proper use of chemicals.
- Maintains a clean cart and cart closet.
- Empowered to always work in a safe manner around patients and coworkers.
- Cross trains in multiple areas, and helping out in other areas as assigned.
- Operates hospital provided communication (Vocera) in a professional manner.
- Learns and understand EPIC software for transfers and discharges.
- Adapts to seeing and cleaning blood, body fluids and body waste.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must be able to speak, read, and write in fluent English.
- Basic math skills
- Computer literacy
- Must maintain neat appearance and professional image
- Proper guest relation skills.
Professional Experience
Prior housekeeping experience preferred
Education
High School Diploma / GED preferred
Physical Demand Requirements
- Medium : Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs to waist and shoulder height on occasional basis.
- Able to push and pull up to 25 lbs of horizontal force on frequent basis.
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