Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Cleaner

Keeps assigned area clean by following procedures necessary to maintain a sanitary and aseptic environment for the residents and staff.

Essential Functions:

• Carefully follow the cleaning schedule for each area assigned and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Follow all cleaning procedures as directed and trained.
• Maintain neat and clean work cart and other equipment.
• Mixes chemicals safely and properly, and understands Manufacturer's Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Sanitizes beds upon discharge, or as required, including wheels, side rails and mattresses.
• Dusts horizontal surfaces of vacated areas.
• Empties waste receptacles.
• Cleans furniture, telephone, etc.
• Cleans restrooms according to procedures.
• Cleans walls, window sills and windows as needed or as scheduled.
• Dry mops and wet mops tile floor areas as assigned.
• Vacuums carpeted areas.
• Assists in clean up of emergency spills observed or upon request.
• Assist residents with feeding of meals if necessary, if trained.
• Cross-trained and assists in other areas of the department as assigned.
• Record refrigerator temps in resident rooms and clean.
• Remove privacy curtains and have laundry clean.
• Wash wheelchairs.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Performs all duties in a professional manner.
• Regular communication with team leader and environmental services director.
• Performs work in an efficient, accurate and timely manner.
• As an effective member of the facility staff team, fosters cooperation and teamwork.
• Abides by all facility rules and regulations.
• Is respectful of the rights of all residents and provide services which will keep residents free from mistreatment.
• Notifies supervisor of questionable resident care or mistreatment.
• Keeps resident, facility, professional and personal matters confidential (includes own salary).
• Is able to work outside of normal working hours as necessary.
• Maintains a neat appearance and pleasant personality and demeanor.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and management.