Part-Time Housekeeper

Unity Psychiatric Care
Columbia, TN 38401, USA

Now Hiring a Part-Time Housekeeper in Huntsville, AL!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Housekeeper essentially performs the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, and the facility’s policies and procedures.

• Interpret work schedules and assignments
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily schedules
• Clean and/or vacuum front entry, lobby areas and public restrooms upon checking in, including:
  • Nurses station
  • Office areas
  • Supply and exhaust vents
  • Anywhere prone to dust collection
• Clean assigned zone, proceeding in an orderly fashion and doing a complete job, including:
  • Doors and door frames
  • Walls
  • Patient room furniture
  • Windows and sills
  • Bed frames and rails
  • Any item prone to dust collection
• Clean dining tables, chairs, ice machines, coffee pots and other equipment immediately after patient meals
• During cleaning process, monitor location of chemicals
• Complete monthly bed cleaning duty, as posted on monthly time schedule
• Fill dispensers: toilet paper, paper towels, soap, etc.
• Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions, spills, excess carts, baskets, supplies, and equipment
• Discard waste and trash into proper containers and re-line receptacles with plastic liners
• Properly set up appropriate “Caution” and safety signs before performing housekeeping tasks
• Ensure that work assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored during work periods, as well as before leaving area
• Assist in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested
• Report low inventory of housekeeping supplies
• Perform terminal cleaning procedures and other related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Before end of shift, recheck all areas to ensure proper order, cleanliness of maid carts and completion of trash removal
• Other duties as assigned

• Maintain dignity and respect for patients’ personal and property rights
• Attend and participate in in-service education classes, on-the-job training programs as scheduled or as directed
• Report all incidents, accidents, hazardous conditions or equipment to supervisor immediately
• Comply with established infection control and universal precaution practices, and coordinate isolation procedures with nursing services, as well as follow fire safety policies and procedures
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of conditions and other information relating to patients
• Turn in and/or report all lost and found items to supervisor
• Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in patients’ personal and health care needs
• Successful completion of required training

Required Computer Software/Equipment used:

• HRIS and/or scheduling systems

• Respect – We treat people as they want to be treated, showing regard for their rights and privacy
• Integrity – We emphasize honesty, fairness, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching
• Teamwork – We work collaboratively to improve processes, resolve problems and reward results
• Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest standards, aspiring to zero defects in every task
• Compassion – We respond to those who need help with sensitivity and a positive attitude
• Professionalism – We perform our duties with skill, good judgement and politeness