Housekeeper

Housekeeper Position at Sidney Regional Medical CenterJoin our caring community at Sidney Regional Medical Center in Sidney, Nebraska! We are currently pursuing a kind and thorough full-time Housekeeper to join our Environmental Services team.At SRMC, our patients are our number one priority. We aim to provide extraordinary care every single day by ensuring that our patient's well-being comes first, but amazing patient care starts with YOU. Your diligence and positive attitude will help our patients have a great day every day!Loan Repayment: SRMC is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! We provide employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness.Why Us:• Panhandle Hospitality: Bring your warmth and kindness to our patients with a smile.• Close-Knit Team: Small community, big heart – where every team member makes a difference.• Meaningful Impact: Your dedication transforms lives and creates a supportive, caring environment.This is a full-time evening position from 2pm – 10pm.Responsibilities:• Clean assigned areas, including window treatments, floors, walls, hallways, ceilings, woodwork, fixtures, hand rails, common areas, offices, and disposing of waste/trash.• Replenish supplies (i.e. bathrooms, public areas, carts, etc.).• Perform dusting, mopping, and vacuuming duties in patients' rooms, hallways, and stairwells.• Dispose of biohazard materials per SRMC protocol.• Clean carpets and furniture by vacuuming, shampooing, deodorizing, and disinfecting.• Move furniture to clean along wall and baseboards.• Dust furniture and equipment.• Disinfect and sterilize equipment as needed.• Clean inside of patient room windows, sills, and door panels.• Empty wastebaskets and transport trash and waste to disposal areas up to 3x or more in an 8hr shift.• Terminally clean vacant rooms or rooms where patients have been discharged.• Assure that adequate inventory of supplies are maintained to perform daily tasks and to meet daily needs. Clean and stock carts at end of shift.• Dust and clean hall areas to include hand rails, pictures, and lighting.• Clean, wash, sanitize, and/or polish bathroom fixtures.• Clean windows, mirrors, and panels in patient rooms, recreational area, bathrooms, entrances, exits, stairways, etc.• Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc. from surfaces using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions.• Notify supervisor or maintenance if equipment is not running correctly or is down.• Coordinate isolation procedures with nursing staff.• Report all hazardous conditions to supervisor immediately.• Communicate effectively with team members and residents/patients in a courteous and professional manner.• Assist in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; report environmental deficiencies to supervisor or maintenance such as lighting and equipment.• Utilize proper body mechanics, lifting techniques, and appropriate equipment to minimize injury to self.• Assure that work areas are clean and equipment, supplies, etc.. are properly stored at all times, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, meals, and end of shift.• Assure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of shift.• Assure that established infection control and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing procedures.• Mix cleaning and sanitizing liquids in appropriate quantities by following safe mixing protocols.• Make sure wet floor signs are placed if mopping floors or working on floors that are slick.• Maintain a working knowledge of larger floor equipment.• Report all hazardous conditions or broken/malfunctioning equipment to maintenance.• Other duties as assigned by management.Benefits:• Generous paid time off.• Growing 401(k) retirement program up to 5% company match.• Comprehensive dental and vision insurance.• Voluntary life and AD&D.Sidney Regional Medical Center is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.Requirements:• The ability to communicate and follow verbal and written instructions in order to perform the duties of the position.• High school diploma or GED required.• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid Driver's License.