Housekeeper (All Shifts)

Housekeeper (All Shifts)

Please note this job posting acts as a Talent Network and is for ongoing recruitment of all shifts at the main hospital in Norfolk, including PRN. A team member may contact you if a role becomes available. To be considered, please apply and put your availability in the application.

Days - 7am to 3pm

Evenings - 3pm to 11pm

Nights - 11pm to 7am

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Housekeeper is responsible for the performance of general housekeeping duties to ensure that all areas are kept clean and sanitary in accordance with health system standards, federal, state, and local regulations. Reports to department leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• On a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis performs routine cleaning of patient rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and corridors in a clean, neat, and sanitary manner.
• Uses proper cleaning techniques and procedures to prevent the spread of infections and disease.
• Displays knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their use.
• Handles waste disposal from the department and transports to appropriate disposal area.
• Replenishes paper supplies and hand soap in bathrooms.
• Performs routine and soiled spots cleaning on carpeted flooring.
• Clean interior and / or exterior windows and mini blinds as assigned and necessary.
• Performs continuous cleanup of work areas, equipment, workstation and equipment.
• Maintains an adequate amount of cleaning supplies and paper products in housekeeping closet and on cart.
• Orders supplies as needed.
• Notifies maintenance and / or supervisor of any work requisitions needed.
• Maintains a courteous, professional relationship with all organizational staff, patients, and families, and guests.
• Attends meetings and training in-services as required.
• Responsible for completing and maintaining accurate checklists and other paperwork requirements.
• Ensures adherence to company policy, standards of operation, safety and sanitation guidelines and employee handbook.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

LICENSES AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS

Required Licenses and / or Certifications

Preferred Licenses and / or Certifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Preferred Education and Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like with exception of visits to the computer room.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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