Housekeeper

Department Name: Housekeeping/Laundry

Position Title: Housekeeping/Laudry Aide

Reports To: Central Supply Manager

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT:

In this position, the Housekeeping/Laundry Aide performs a variety of routine cleaning tasks and laundry tasks while maintaining assigned work area and equipment in a safe, orderly, and sanitary condition at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties consistent with cleaning patient rooms or patient hallways are including, but not limited to, disinfecting all surfaces,      emptying trash, cleaning of sinks, counter areas, shower and toilet,  dusting, mopping and vacuuming, restocking paper products and shampooing  the carpet.

• Duties consist of disinfecting  all public areas such as waiting areas, public restrooms, and hallways as assigned and scheduled.
• Spray buffs or burnishes areas, as scheduled or assigned.
• Strips or scrubs areas, as assigned.
• Performs dusting (high, low, horizontal and vertical) in common areas.
• Performs isolation cleaning, as assigned. Performs Transfer/Discharge cleaning, as assigned.
• Washes walls, as necessary, in assigned areas.
• Moves furniture, such as beds, chairs, tables, etc.
• Collects trash and linen from assigned area and deposits in  the appropriate place for pick-up and/or removal.
• Requisition supplies on appropriate days in order to be able to carry out assigned duties.
• Maintains assigned equipment and work areas in clean, operable condition.
• Mixes, uses and disposes of chemicals according to directions.
• Maintains personal laundry of residents, and patients as set by the Lead Housekeeper. Operates washers, dryers, and other laundry equipment in an  efficient and safe manner.
• Inventories clean linen stock room at end of each month. Completes an annual inventory of all linens in the facility.

The employee will demonstrate the ability to: manage time, maintain a safe and clean environment, practice confidentiality, treat all persons with respect and professional courtesy, accept change, support the mission and vision of Rosebud Health Care Center (RHCC), accept and provide constructive feedback, be a team player, and adhere to the infection control, fire and safety, disaster and hazardous waste policies. The employee must also demonstrate the competencies for the position and adhere to policies and procedures for their department.

A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in accordance with regulatory, legal, and organizational policies and procedures.

Reporting Relationship:

• Central Supply Manager
• Lead Housekeeper

Employees Supervised:

• N/A

Physical Demands:

XXX Indicates the physical requirements that apply to this position

Sedentary - Primarily sitting with 10 lbs. maximum lifting

Light - 20 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs.

XXX: Medium - Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs.

Heavy - Lifting 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.

Very Heavy - Lifting over 100 lbs. with frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.

Checked are the appropriate factors for this position

• Occasionally:0-33% of the work shift
• Frequently: 34-66% of the work shift
• Constantly: 67-100% of the work shift
• N/A: Not Applicable for this position

Physical Factors:

Standing - Constantly

Walking - Constantly

Sitting - N/A

Pushing (wt. 50+) - Occasionally

Pulling (wt. 50+) - Occasionally

Stooping - Frequently

Kneeling - Frequently

Crouching - Frequently

Reaching - Frequently

Filing - N/A

Typing (Computer) - Occasionally

Copying - N/A

Talking - Frequently

Hearing - Frequently

Visual Acuity - Frequently

Driving - N/A

Environmental Factors:

Exposure to Weather - Occasionally

Extreme Heat - Frequently

Extreme Cold - Occasionally

Noise - Frequently

Dust, Vapors, Fumes - Frequently

Odors - Frequently

Bloodborne Pathogens: XXX indicates the appropriate category for position

XXX: Category I - Job classification in which tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue   

Category II - Job classification in which tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks. 

Category III - Job classification in which tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and category tasks are not a condition of employment. 

Protective Equipment: XXX indicates the equipment that may be required to be worn in this position

Not Applicable

Hearing Protection

XXX: Gloves

Goggles

XXX: Safety Glasses

Face Shields

XXX: Face Masks – Surgical, N95, Respirator

XXX: Moisture Resistant – Gown/Lab Coat 

Education, Experience and Licensure/Certification Requirements: Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically within a multi-functional team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to successfully function in a fast paced, service oriented environment
• Experience in understanding and usage of computers preferred