Environmental Services Coordinator

Avera Health; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sioux Center Health in Sioux Center, IA is seeking an Environmental Services Coordinator to lead daily housekeeping operations across multiple sites. You will coordinate staff, monitor cleaning standards, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for patients, residents, and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of laundry or housekeeping experience, preferably in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years' experience in laundry or housekeeping.
• Prior hospital setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily environmental services operations and staffing assignments.
• Monitor workflow to ensure patient rooms, resident rooms, public areas and support spaces are cleaned according to standards.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing adjustments to meet operational needs.
• Serve as a resource and point of contact for EVS staff during assigned shifts.
• Monitor compliance with infection prevention and environmental cleaning protocols.
• Conduct routine inspections and quality audits of patient care areas and public spaces.
• Assist with implementation of cleaning procedures per CDC, OSHA, CMS, and facility guidelines.
• Ensure proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment and PPE.
• Provide orientation, training, and ongoing coaching to environmental services employees.
• Reinforce departmental policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
• Assist with employee performance documentation and corrective action as directed by leadership.
• Assist with readiness for inspections, surveys, and accreditation reviews.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, linens, and equipment.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, repaired, and operated safely.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location:

Sioux Center, IA

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America)

Discover a Career of Faith and Healing:

For over 70 years, Sioux Center Health has served patients with Jesus’ healing ministry. With eight locations located in Sioux Center, Iowa and surrounding communities, we take great pride in providing superior care in our state-of-the-art facilities.

A Career that You Will Love:

There’s no other way to say it: You will love working here. Between our strong mission and our great people, we have nurtured a pretty exceptional culture at Sioux Center Health.

A Chance to Make a Difference:

Working with us means making a real difference in the lives of our community members. Your talents and your passions are truly appreciated here. In addition to the service we provide, Sioux Center Health also supports our community with sponsored programs and events, and other volunteer work.If this is your passion, you need to consider joining our team driven to provide quality care and services within a caring Christian culture.

Position Highlights

At Sioux Center Health, our people are the heart of everything we do. Guided by a strong mission and a commitment to exceptional care, we’ve built a stable, thriving organization where employees make a meaningful difference.Our dedication to excellence is reflected in the recognition we have earned. Sioux Center Health has been named a Top Workplace in Iowa, received Best of the Northwest honors in 13 categories—including Best Place to Work—and earned a Five-Star Patient Survey Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). We have also been recognized as a Chartis Top 100 Critical Access Hospital and Top Hospital in Iowa. Our Care Center has received the LeadingAge Excellence in Workplace Award, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive environment for both residents and employees. Beyond our organization, you’ll find an outstanding community to call home. Sioux County was ranked #4 in the nation among the Healthiest Communities by U.S. News & World Report and CVS Health, reflecting the high quality of life and strong community values that make this region a great place to live, work, and grow.

Summary:

• The Environmental Services (EVS) Coordinator assists in the daily operations for all sites of the Environmental Services Department by coordinating staff, monitoring cleaning and infection prevention practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, residents, and staff. The EVS Coordinator serves as a resource for team members and helps ensure department objectives are met while supporting organizational goals related to quality, safety, and customer service.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent. Minimum of two years experience in laundry or housekeeping required, prior experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Certificate, Licenses, Registrations:

• N/A

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate daily environmental services operations and staffing assignments.


• Monitor workflow to ensure patient rooms, resident rooms, public areas and support spaces are cleaned according to established standards.


• Assist with scheduling and staffing adjustments to meet operational needs.


• Serve as a resource and point of contact for EVS staff during assigned shifts.


• Monitor compliance with infection prevention and environmental cleaning protocols.


• Conduct routine inspections and quality audits of patient care areas and public spaces.


• Assist with implementation of cleaning procedures consistent with CDC, OSHA, CMS, and facility guidelines.


• Ensure proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).


• Provide orientation, training, and ongoing coaching to environmental services employees.


• Reinforce departmental policies, procedures, and performance expectations.


• Assist with employee performance documentation and corrective action processes as directed by leadership.


• Assist with department readiness for inspections, surveys, and accreditation reviews.


• Monitor inventory levels of cleaning supplies, chemicals, linens, and equipment.


• Ensure equipment is maintained, repaired, and operated safely.


• Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate service as necessary.


• Respond promptly and professionally to requests from patients, residents, visitors, nursing staff, and other departments.


• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.