Healthcare Laundry Aide: Compassionate Care & Cleanliness

St Luke Lutheran Home; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

St Luke Lutheran Home in Spencer, IA is seeking a Laundry Aide to perform daily laundry functions, follow assigned tasks, and maintain a clean and safe work environment. This role supports resident care by ensuring sanitary laundry processes and proper handling of materials.

The position includes on-the-job training and requires the ability to move and lift with consideration for infection control standards. Collaboration with the housekeeping team is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, staff and the public.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination per state requirements and maintain health standards.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Able to move, stand, bend, lift, push and pull equipment throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Perform the day-to-day laundry functions assigned.
• Follow daily work assignments and tasks in the laundry.
• Carry out tasks per established laundry procedures.
• Keep work areas clean, safe and sanitary at all times.
• Follow established safety precautions when using equipment and supplies.
• Maintain infection control practices during laundry procedures as directed by supervision.
• Know location of MSDS sheets and how to use them.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Adaptability

Infection control awareness

Education

None required

Job description

St Luke Lutheran Home in Spencer, IA is seeking a Laundry Aide to perform daily laundry functions, follow assigned tasks, and maintain a clean and safe work environment. This role supports resident care by ensuring sanitary laundry processes and proper handling of materials.

The position includes on-the-job training and requires the ability to move and lift with consideration for infection control standards. Collaboration with the housekeeping team is essential.