Basic Purpose:

Responsible for cleaning resident rooms, maintaining general cleanliness, tidiness and maintaining a safe environment for the residents of the Healthcare Unit.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Cleans entire room including, but not limited to: cleaning bed mechanism, cleaning bathrooms, dusting furniture, mopping and vacuuming.

Cleans hallways, lobbies, restrooms, corridors, elevators and other work areas so that health care standards are met.

Empties wastebaskets and transports trash to disposal areas.

Maintains a clean, safe environment in the corridors, elevator lobbies and common areas.

Uses chemicals in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and community policies.

Reports any malfunctions of equipment immediately to Engineering or Housekeeping Director.

Uses universal precautions when cleaning resident rooms and restrooms.

Treats all residents with respect and dignity.

Responds promptly and courteously to resident requests.

Performs all other duties as assigned by the Housekeeping Director and any request made by any other manager or the Executive Director.

Participates on the Continuous Quality Improvement committee for montiroing the environment.

Attends 12 hours of in-service training annually.

Reports safety concerns to the Housekeeping Director or Director of Nursing.

Presents a professional appearance by following the uniform guidelines, including wearing a nametag daily.

Follows guidelines for care and maintenance of equipment.

Attends weekly staff meetings.

Performs additional cleaning duties in case of emergencies or staff shortage.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.

Knowledge of resident rights.

Interacts with guests, residents, and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.

Able to read, write and speak English.

Must keep resident information confidential and must treat all residents, family members, guests and other staff with dignity and respect at all times.

Must possess good communication skills.

Typical Physical Demands:

Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting (up to 60 lbs.), balancing, walking, stooping and, handling of materials.

Must be able to operate and instruct operation of housekeeping equipment.

Must be able to tolerate exposure to heat above 100 degrees Fahrenheit for sustained periods, vibration, skin irritants, lung irritants and chemicals.