Hospital Housekeeper — Day Shift, Clean & Safe Care

MercyOne; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a dedicated housekeeper to maintain a clean and safe hospital environment.

You will perform surface cleaning, floor care, linen handling, waste removal, and assist with patient and non-patient areas in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

The schedule is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with every other weekend and holiday rotation; prior cleaning experience preferred; training provided.

Qualifications

• Previous janitorial and cleaning experience preferred.
• Must be able to become familiar with use and care of housekeeping chemicals and equipment.
• Must be able to work with and accept varying demands of the patient, public and other employees.
• Able to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with all members of the health care team.
• Interacts with hospital staff, patients and public contacts in cordial, courteous, and helpful manner. Exercise tact and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean patient rooms and discharge units to meet hospital standards. Empties trash and linen containers, high dusts, damp mops, cleans bathroom, cleans/makes bed, damp wipes all horizontal surfaces including clean over-bed table, and checks own work.
• Maintain clean office/ancillary areas. Audits are done frequently for Quality Control.
• Has knowledge of and is able to differentiate between isolations. Performs special isolation cleaning according to established procedures as required.
• Maintain a clean cart, equipment, and janitor closet/storage areas.
• Replenish supplies of soap, tissues, towels, disposable items and other items as needed.
• Responsible for reporting the need for repair of equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures to appropriate person.

Job description

MercyOne Dubuque is seeking a dedicated housekeeper to maintain a clean and safe hospital environment.

You will perform surface cleaning, floor care, linen handling, waste removal, and assist with patient and non-patient areas in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

The schedule is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with every other weekend and holiday rotation; prior cleaning experience preferred; training provided.