FT Housekeeper Day Shift at Long Term Care Facility

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Housekeeping Responsibilities

• Cleans & disinfects all surfaces within assigned area using approved chemicals
• Does whole room thorough cleaning and bed scrubs according to schedule
• Cleans & disinfects all restrooms daily and as needed, including floors and bathing rooms
• Understands how to use SDS sheets
• Uses chemicals per manufacturer’s specifications and company policy
• Places wet floor signs properly; removes them when floor is dry
• Changes mop water per policy and after cleaning isolation rooms or heavily soiled areas
• Uses proper body mechanics
• Replenishes supply of towels, Toilet Tissue and soap in all areas
• Straightens, rearranges furniture; keeps common areas ready for show at all times; assists elders to keep rooms neat and clean and keep down clutter
• Maintains clean work area including housekeeping and storage closets
• Thoroughly cleans vacated rooms immediately including bed/mattress scrub and wipe down walls; check curtains for soil and launder if necessary; ensures room is ready to show potential elders/families at all times
• Moves elder and belongings to new room when transferred within the home
• Cleans isolation rooms per policy using proper personal protective equipment
• Reports safety issues to supervisor as soon as possible
• Wears gloves during cleaning; changes and washes hands per policy after each room
• Participates in committees and orientation of new hires
• Accurately records all completed assigned areas on flow record

Minimum Qualification Standards

Education/Experience:  High School diploma and housekeeping or laundry experience preferred.

Must be free from illegal use of drugs and free from use and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Must pass drug screening and criminal background checks prior to hire.  The following is a summary of essential job duties; full job description is presented upon hire.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.