Housekeeping Aide - Housekeeping - Trenton - Part Time - Varied Shifts

Housekeeping Position

Works in compliance with department, facility, and regulatory agency safety policies and procedures by demonstrating efficient and safe use of housekeeping equipment and solutions. Possesses ability to recognize and appropriately respond to situations or issues that require communication or interaction with other departments or patients. Performs varied cleaning tasks in order to maintain an orderly, sanitary, and attractive environment of care within the facility.

Minimum Requirements

Education: None required.

Experience: None required.

Other Credentials:

Knowledge and Skills: English speaking skills.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Essential Functions

• Handles chemicals and solutions per departmental and material safety data sheet standards error free and efficiently. Ensures chemicals are properly labeled and utilized at all times. Adheres to safety regulations as outlined in departmental policies, facility and JCAHO guidelines.
• Presents department in a positive manner to visitors, patients, and other hospital personnel. Utilizes appropriate department chain of command in resolving complaints, grievances, or problems accurately.
• Reports equipment needing repair to supervisor quickly.
• Utilizes departmental scripting for identifying one self upon entry of patient room and asks if there is any additional customer service needing to be performed before leaving area.
• Demonstrates ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with members of the organization. Displays patience and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel.
• Cleans all areas using the cleaning procedure as outlined in orientation and department policy and procedures. Uses appropriate solutions for cleaning and disinfecting area to be cleaned and thoroughly washes and sanitized furniture when patients are discharged. Collects routinely waste, sanitizes collects waste, and sanitizes trash can as needed.
• Cleans assigned carts and equipment daily, ensures all items are returned in an orderly fashion all of the time. Replenishes supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissue, and soap and brings supplies and equipment to area as needed. Observes and follows isolation techniques in accordance with Infection Control Policy.
• Cleans and sanitizes areas affected with blood and body fluid spills.
• Uses proper personal protective equipment such as gloves when cleaning and washing hands throughout the day and adheres to hospital policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or crew leader and possesses a willingness to adapt to changing departmental demands.
• Has access to medication storage areas for cleaning and maintenance purposes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Frequent physical demands include: Carry objects, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawlOccasional physical demands include: Sitting, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Pinching/fine motor activities, Taste or Smell, Talk or HearContinuous physical demands include: Standing, Walking, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Wrist position deviationLifting Floor to Waist 40 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 30 lbs.Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Minimal Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Dust/Particulate Matter

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Prescription Plan
• Vision Plan
• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Pension Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Vacation
• Sick Time
• Holiday