Housekeeping

Overview

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Performs the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, and / or the Director of Housekeeping / Supervisor of Housekeeping, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. Knowledge and experience of housekeeping operations and equipment and long term care facility experience is a plus! Multiple shifts; hours and pay will be discussed at interview.

Responsibilities

• Performs housekeeping duties, preventive cleaning tasks and assigned custodial duties in all areas of the facility ensuring the facility environment meets the physical, social and spiritual needs of each resident / family.
• Performs duties including but not limited to : floor maintenance programs, deep cleaning programs, trash maintenance, equipment cleaning, waste management and transportation of clean and soiled linens.
• Keeps record of linen distribution; checks floor linen supplies and lists linen use.
• Operates mechanical floor cleaners, buffers, vacuums, and related environmental service equipment.
• Adheres to daily, weekly and monthly cleaning check off lists, workplace policies, audit sheets and routines.
• Is knowledgeable of inventory and supplies and informs supervisor of needs.
• Keeps work areas free of hazardous conditions (e.g., spills, egress).
• Assists others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.
• Moves furniture and other heavy objects as required.
• Adheres to all policy and procedures when performing job functions (fire safety, hazardous materials, lifting safety, etc.).
• Follows infection control, standard precautions, and OSHA guidelines when performing daily tasks.
• Ensures daily the neatness and cleanliness of resident living rooms and common areas, including rooms and equipment such as furniture, closets, mobility devices, bathrooms, and utility rooms.
• Establishes and maintains good team relationships and interdepartmental relationships to ensure residents' needs are met.
• Participates in continuing education related to job description and LTC to maintain and enhance skills.
• Follows code of ethics in procurement, handling of confidential information, and personal conduct; maintains confidentiality of resident information.
• Recognizes role as part of QAPI efforts; attends training to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work; carries out QAPI role as assigned; follows policies to support QAPI efforts; shares improvement ideas with leadership and communicates outcomes or barriers.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

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