Housekeeping Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Housekeeping Aide

Job Title: Housekeeping Aide

Location: Columbus, NE

Department: Housekeeping

Reports to: Maintenance Director

Position Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Days

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Housekeeping Aide to join our team at Emerald Nursing and Rehab Columbus. As a Housekeeping Aide, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout our facility. This includes cleaning resident rooms, common areas, and laundering linens and personal clothing in accordance with facility standards, infection control policies, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Clean resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, and common areas according to schedule and procedures

• Dust, mop, vacuum, and sanitize surfaces as assigned

• Collect and launder linens, towels, and residents' personal clothing

• Fold, sort, and distribute clean laundry to proper locations

• Label resident cloths as applicable

• Operate laundry and cleaning equipment safely and efficiently

• Follow proper infection control and isolation cleaning procedures

• Use appropriate chemicals and cleaning solutions as directed

• Report needed repairs or maintenance issues to supervisor

• Maintain housekeeping cart and storage areas in a clean, organized manner

• Provide respectful and courteous service to residents and staff

Position Requirements:

• Demonstrate professionalism

• Adhere to predetermined work dates and times

• Regular scheduled attendance is required

• Complete assignments in a timely manner as assigned

• Work cooperatively with all departments

• Consistently professional in appearance

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Previous housekeeping or laundry experience preferred, especially in healthcare

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and use of equipment

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds

• Strong attention to detail and time management skills

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

• Positive attitude and commitment to resident satisfaction

Physical/Emotional/Mental Demands:

• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs

• Frequently lift up to 10-25 lbs

• Use hands for simple and firm grasping and fine manipulation

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

• Exposure to hazardous chemicals such as disinfectants, cleaners, soap, etc.

• Occasional exposure to blood/body fluids as required providing resident care

• Occasional exposure to microbial bacteria and other infectious agents inherent to care for older adults

Benefits:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401K

• PTO Plan

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Become part of our team and make a difference in the lives of our residents! Apply now to join our dynamic and compassionate team.