Housekeeper

JOB SUMMARY :

PRN "As Needed" - 7am-3pm

The Housekeeper essentially performs the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, and the facility’s policies and procedures.

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 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 supervisor
• Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in patients’ personal and health care needs
• Successful completion of required training
• Handle multiple priorities effectively
• Reliable transportation

Required Computer Software / Equipment used :

• HRIS and / or scheduling systems
• Computer

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

o High school diploma or equivalent preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES :

• Does not have supervisory responsibilities
• Supervisor frequently determines priorities
• Occasionally needs manager’s direction due to extraordinary circumstances

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

This Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do 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.

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

A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Organization including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.