Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Housekeeping Department Position

The primary purpose of this job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed the President, and/or the Director of Housekeeping to assure our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned:

Ensure work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical. Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor no matter how minor they may be. Coordinate daily housekeeping services with nursing services when performing routine cleaning assignments in resident living and/or recreational areas. Attend departmental and staff meeting as directed or called. Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments. File complaints/grievances with your supervisor.

Participate and assist in department studies and projects as directed. Attend and participate in in-service educational classes, on-the-job training programs, etc., as scheduled or as directed. Attend and participate in annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and blood borne pathogen standards. Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.

Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects. Ensure assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable and attractive manner. Keep work/assignment areas free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop/broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc. Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning.

Refer to manufacturer's instructions when necessary. Follow established policies governing the use of labels and MSDS. Report all hazard conditions or equipment to your supervisor. Ensure established infection control and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing housekeeping procedures. Participate in appropriate in-service training program prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals.

Report missing or improperly labeled containers of hazardous chemicals to your supervisor. Use appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials, hazardous waste and/or chemicals. Follow established hand washing procedures. Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with our established sanitation procedures. Follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious waste. Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing service.

Ensure an adequate supply of housekeeping supplies to perform daily tasks is maintained in utility/janitorial closets. Keep supervisor informed of supply needs. Report burned out light bulbs, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, etc., to your supervisor as soon as practical. Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested. Clean work/supply carts, equipment, etc.,

as necessary or directed. Ensure equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift. Perform day-to-day housekeeping functions as assigned. Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments. Empty and sanitize ashtrays daily. Clean/polish furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, etc., in resident rooms, recreational areas, etc., daily as instructed. Clean, wash, sanitize, and/or…