Housekeeper

Description

Job Summary: Ensure and enhance the health and well-being of our Residents by providing a clean and safe environment in all resident rooms and public spaces for the benefit of residents, visitors and staff

Housekeeping Functions

• •Performs cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and disinfecting surfaces
• •Removes and stores refuse such as recyclables, hazardous waste, ordinary refuse
• •Washes interior windows
• •Utilizes appropriate procedures, equipment, and chemicals according to infection control standards
• •Follows standard precautions and works within OSHA guidelines
• •Utilizes materials and supplies in an efficient, cost-effective manner
• •Reports any equipment malfunction to the Maintenance Director

Personnel Functions

• •Attends designated staff meetings as scheduled
• •Immediately reports any suspected abuse or neglect of residents per facility policy
• •Develops and maintains a good working relationship with other staff, whether within the nursing department or inter-departmental personnel
• •Completes assigned training in a timely manner
• •Learns and follows fire and other work safety policies
• •Remains free of criminal conviction that may preclude employment in the nursing home setting, including but not limited to theft, battery, assault
• •Reports any pending criminal or civil charges or matters to the Administrator by the next business day
• •Follows all facility policies and procedures
• •Follows the direction of the Administrator and/or Director of Nursing
• •Always represents the United Pioneer Home in a positive manner unless contraindicated by law
• •Performs other duties as qualified for and as directed

Requirements

Qualifications

• •Able to communicate fluently in written and spoken English
• •Able to read and follow labels and instructions
• •Minimum age 18

Other Skills and Abilities required

• •Demonstrated concern for the elderly and ability to treat Residents with respect and dignity
• •Ability to maintain the strict confidentiality of Resident information, as per HIPAA regulations
• •Strong time management and teamwork skills
• •Ability to prioritize duties and to understand and follow work assignments
• •Customer service oriented
• •Adequate strength and endurance to operate cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners and carpet shampooers
• •Ability to work as scheduled and adapt to changes in bi-weekly work schedule

Physical Requirements

• •Ability to endure prolonged walking, sitting, standing, use of pulling, bending, and stooping movements for up to 8 hours per shift
• •Able to bend, squat, and do repetitive shoulder/arm motions
• •Able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• •Achieve negative assessment for infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB)
• •Be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability
• •Remain free of illegal drug use and signs of impairment as per facility policy