Environmental Services Aide at Regency Park Health & Rehabiliation

** SUMMARY
* * Performs various tasks to provide a clean environment for our patients.  
** ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
** Non-exempt Status:
May be required to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Subject to callback during any emergency.  
** ACCOUNTABILITY
* * Reports to Environmental Services Supervisor  
** EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
** A high school diploma or its equivalent preferred.  
** OTHER TRAINING, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
** On-the-job training provided  
** ESSENTIAL SKILL/KNOWLEDGE FUNCTIONS*
* * Sweep, damp mop, and wet mop tile floors. May occasionally be required to spray buff, strip or wax floors, following center procedure, including the use of wet floor signs.
* Report to supervisor any carpeted areas that need cleaning or spot removal.
* Vacuum carpeted rooms as applicable.
* Dust/damp clean surfaces in patient rooms (furniture, bed frames, windowsills, etc.) following center procedure, including the use of wet floor signs.
* Empty trash cans, clean exterior, clean interior, and replace can liner with a clean one.
* Clean bathroom sinks, fixtures, and toilets, following center procedure.
* Clean glass surfaces such as mirrors, pictures, and windows.
* Clean behind and underneath furnishings.
* Move furniture to clean behind/underneath, according to center procedures.
* Turn bed mattresses after cleaning.
* Clean dining area after breakfast and lunch; wipe tables, sweep, mop, etc.
* Change soiled privacy curtains and draperies for the outside windows as needed.
* Remove and rehang curtains and draperies for the outside windows, using a ladder.
* Sweep outside porches, walkways, etc., pick up any trash not properly disposed.
* Follow cleaning schedules as set by supervisor.
* Follow infection control standards while performing cleaning.
* Use isolation techniques (gowns, gloves, special cleaning, etc.) as needed.
* Recognize patient rights while cleaning patient rooms. Treat patients and their belongings with dignity and respect.
* Safeguard chemicals used, keeping chemicals either locked or in sight
* Follow precautions as stated on MSDS for chemicals used.
* Assist in the proper care and use of housekeeping equipment, supplies, and storage areas.
* Clean and properly store equipment used at the end of each shift, following set procedures.
* Inspect equipment prior to use to provide for safe operation.
* Report to Maintenance Department any equipment repairs needed throughout the center.
* Maintain adequate supplies (soap, lotion, paper towels, toilet tissue, etc.) in bathrooms throughout center
* Prevent/remove wax/dirt build-up in corners, around baseboards, or in doorways. ESSENTIAL ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS
* Participate in Nursing Center surveys (Licensure / JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports.
* Attend and participate in continuing educational programs to keep abreast on changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification, as required.
* Attend and participate in mandatory in-services.
* Honor patient’s rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints.
* Comply with Corporate Compliance Program.
* Report job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary.
* Follow established safety regulations, to include fire protection/prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.
* Follow established safety procedures when performing job tasks and/or working with equipment.
* Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor.
* Comply with all Privacy and Security programs.
** ESSENTIAL GENERAL FUNCTIONS*
* * Attendance* Punctuality
* Professional Appearance
* Communicates well with patients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to family/visitors/patients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.
** PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS*
* ** Primary

Physical Requirements:

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* * Lift up to 10 lbs.:
Frequently required when lifting various cleaning supplies up to 3 pounds. Also may be required to lift vacuum cleaner which is located on the cleaning cart.
* Lift 11 to 25 lbs.:
Occasionally may be required to lift mop bucket filled with water and cleaning solution weighing up to 25 pounds.
* Lift 26 to 40 lbs.:
Occasionally may be…