Full Time Head of Housekeeping

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Full Time Arlington, VA, US

About Vierra: Admiral Health & Rehab, Vierra Communities, is a family-owned and operated community that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents

We have a positive, supportive and thriving culture that supports and encourages innovation, leadership, warmth and compassion and excellence. Our Mission: to advance and redefine healthcare.

7 Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision

Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary STD & LTD Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) immediate enrollment with match - FT, PT & PRN are eligible

Referral Bonus Program - FT, PT & PRN are eligible

Has at least three years of supervisory experience (preferably in a skilled nursing facility in housekeeping).

Has the ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, equipment operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Possess mathematical skills such as ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Has knowledge of pertinent regulatory agencies and other policies, codes, standards and regulations.

Requires proficiency in technology-driven patient care and HRIS and timekeeping/attendance software.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for efficiently managing the facility’s housekeeping operations and the Housekeeping staff. The primary function of this position is to ensure nursing home residents enjoy a clean and orderly living environment.

Authority to make administrative decisions with regard to the hiring, training and assignment of personnel, recommending employee promotions and terminations.

Develops systems and programs for maximizing the effectiveness of the housekeeping functions.

Performs regular daily, weekly and monthly inspections in order to ensure the facility is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner according to facility policy.

Oversees the purchases of cleaning supplies, chemicals, paper products, office supplies, and departmental equipment as needed to meet department demands.

Maintains required records and reports as outlined in the policies and procedures of the Housekeeping Department.

Adheres to local, state and federal environmental, health and safety regulations.

Participates in facility disaster planning efforts including, ensuring staff participation in regular fire drills as required by state statute, maintaining emergency supplies, and performing all staff training.

Refers decisions that require policy changes and approval of outside contracts to the nursing home Administrator.

Consistently follows a written, current master cleaning plan for the entire facility.

Reviews and evaluates the work performance of assigned personnel as well as counsels/ disciplines assigned personnel according to the established company personnel policy.

Obtains necessary equipment and supplies and provide for their accessibility through organized storage.

Contributes to the facility efforts to maintain and/or improve quality of care through participation in the following:

Serves as a member of the QAPI Committee.

Additional Tasks Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.

Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.

Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.

Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.

Follows established infection control policies and procedures.

As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public .

Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.

Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition.

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.

Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.

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