Housekeeper

Overview The Housekeeper Aide provides cleaning services to maintain a safe, sanitary, comfortable environment for residents, staff and visitors. Housekeeping services are performed in accordance with facility policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations to support the quality of life for residents. Responsibilities and Duties Cleans (dust, dry mop, wet mop, sanitize, scrub) assigned resident rooms, bathrooms and common areas daily according to facility procedures. Respects resident’s privacy and preferences about room arrangement and personal items. Knocks before entering resident rooms and bathrooms. Cleans walls, ceilings, windows, mirrors, and waxed floors according to department procedures and cleaning schedules. Takes appropriate actions to secure housekeeping supplies out of reach of residents at all times. Disposes of trash and waste, including biohazardous waste and other materials that require special handling, only in accordance with facility policies and procedures. Posts signs indicating safety hazards whenever housekeeping activities pose environmental hazards to staff, residents, visitors or others in the facility. Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) when at risk of exposure to blood or other potentially hazardous body fluids and as indicated by facility policies and procedures. Complies with all safety instructions and procedures when using chemical substances. Refers to labels and Material Safety Data Sheets for instructions. Keeps all chemicals and cleaning supplies in their original containers. Asks supervisor for assistance if unsure of proper handling techniques. Monitors and reports evidence of rodents or pests to supervisor. Communicates with Maintenance Director in preparation for state inspections. Attends survey training and interacts with state surveyors only as instructed by immediate supervisor. Reports injury to self or others to supervisor immediately. Attends in-service education programs as assigned and applies information to job tasks. Monitors workplace for safety and fire hazards and corrects or reports potential problems promptly to the Director of Environmental Services. Participates in fire and disaster drills. In the event of an emergency, carries out assigned duties to assure resident safety. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Qualifications and Skills Experience working in a healthcare environment in Environmental Services is preferred. Friendly attitude and excellent communication skills required. Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary care setting with residents, families, and staff members. Benefits Paid Time Off Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, critical illness, accident, employee assistance program) 401(k) Flexible Scheduling Holiday pay incentives Training and tuition reimbursement #J-18808-Ljbffr