Housekeeper

Job Title: Housekeeper Normal Scheduled Shift: 6:00am-2:00pm Rate of Pay: $16.00 Job Type: Full-time Competitive Benefits Available After 30 Days Benefits: 403b 403bmatching Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Flexible schedule Summary of the Position: To support the health and well-being of nursing home residents by ensuring a consistently clean and hygienic living environment. To take direction from the Executive Housekeeper and complete listed tasks. Key Responsibilities: Daily Duties Initial Assignment Pull trash from assigned rooms Clean and disinfect: Dayrooms, Nurses Stations, Staff Lounge, Staff Bathrooms, and Shower Rooms Resident’s Rooms Clean and disinfect resident rooms (bedside commodes, bathroom, floors, surfaces, bedsides) Empty trash and replace liners (general waste and biohazard if applicable) Sweep and mop resident’s rooms and clean baseboards (use ghost buster when needed) Count Linens Wipe down high-touch surfaces (doorknobs, handrails, light switches) Clean and disinfect bathrooms (toilets, sinks, mirrors, dispensers) Replenish supplies (toilet paper, soap, hand sanitizer, paper towels) Clean fingerprints and smudges on windows and clean window sills Dust and Clean vents, radiators, and oxygen tanks (including filters) Check for and report maintenance issues (e.g., leaks, loose tiles, broken equipment) Weekly Duties (Resident’s Rooms) Deep clean resident rooms (behind furniture, under beds) Clean and polish furniture Dust light fixtures Monthly Duties (Resident Rooms) Clean televisions using disinfectant soap on cabinets. Use soft cloth to clean front of glass Clean beds including wiping mattress with disinfectant soap Job Requirement’s and Skills: Attention to detail and cleanliness standards. Understanding of hygiene and sanitation protocols, especially for healthcare settings Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Compassion and respect for elderly residents. Use PPE as required (gloves, masks, gowns for isolation rooms) Follow infection control procedures and protocols Label and store cleaning products properly Maintain housekeeping carts and storage rooms in clean condition Attend training on infection control, safety, and cleaning procedures Must be able to take and follow verbal and written instructions given by the Executive Housekeeper Professional Conduct & Communication Coordinate with nursing or facility staff to avoid disrupting resident routines. Show respect and sensitivity toward elderly residents. Maintain a courteous, professional demeanor at all times. Physical Requirement’s: Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, and pull for extended periods. Able to lift up to 50lbs. Must be comfortable working around residents with various physical and cognitive health issues. Experience/Education High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) QAPI Recognize your role as part of the QAPI efforts of your organization. Attend trainings to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work. Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned. Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts. Look for and share with leadership ideas for improvement in the organization. Communicate to leadership upon witnessing a positive outcome of a QAPI project or detecting barriers preventing project success. Support QAPI efforts both verbally and non-verbally (i.e., via actions and attitude), including adjusting performance and practice in accordance with QAPI initiatives and findings. #J-18808-Ljbffr