Housekeeper

Intersect Healthcare; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Intersect Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain a clean and sanitized facility while interacting professionally with residents, visitors, and staff. The role requires following infection control protocols, handling waste, and reporting concerns to the Environmental Services Manager.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma and prior housekeeping experience, with strong attention to detail and independent work capability.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Previous housekeeping experience beneficial.
• Knowledge of cleaning devices and chemical cleaners.
• Ability to compute basic math.
• Effective communication with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform floor care, including stripping, waxing, buffing, vacuuming, steaming, mopping, and sweeping in assigned areas.
• Dust horizontal surfaces and refill soap/paper dispensers daily.
• Collect and transport trash to main collection receptacles.
• Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Follow Infection Control procedures and standard precautions for cleaning isolation rooms.
• Assist with cleanup of blood spills and bodily fluids under nurse direction.
• Clean and organize resident rooms and bathrooms.
• Document room cleans and deep cleans upon completion.
• Maintain equipment and supplies safely and neatly.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Keep Environmental Services Manager informed of equipment concerns.

Skills

Cleaning solutions

Math basics

Resident communication

Reliability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Position Summary:

The Housekeeper will ensure that the facility is clean and sanitized for all while contributing to team efforts and professionally interacting with residents, visitors, and team members.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform floor care, including stripping, waxing, buffing, vacuuming, steaming, mopping, and sweeping in assigned areas; resident rooms, bathrooms, utility closets, common area, workstations, medication rooms, and offices.

• Dust horizontal surfaces and fill soap and paper towel dispensers daily

• Collect and transport trash and contaminated waste to main collection receptacles.

• Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.

• Follow Infection Control procedures and standard precautions for cleaning isolation rooms.

• Assist with cleanup of blood spills and bodily fluids in conjunction with licensed nurse direction.

• Clean and organize resident rooms and bathrooms.

• Document room cleans and deep cleans upon completion.

• Use, clean, and store equipment and supplies appropriately and safely to avoid injury.

• Maintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirements.

• Attend staff meetings and in-services as required.

• Keep the Environmental Services Manager informed of pertinent events or equipment concerns.

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

• Adheres to patient rights and reports suspected deviations to Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing, or Administrator.

• Perform other duties and functions as required.

Required/Desired Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.

• Previous housekeeping experience in industrial or commercial setting is beneficial

Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Must have knowledge of cleaning devices and chemical cleaning solutions.

• Must be able to compute basic and accurate mathematical equations.

• Communicate effectively with elderly or disabled residents, other employees, and visitors.

• Dependable and work independently as well as under supervision.

Other Special Requirements:

• Tolerate frequent exposure to blood, body tissues, and bodily fluids with occasional exposure to hazardous materials and infectious diseases, as well as frequent exposure to laundry chemicals, latex, and plastic materials used for personal protective equipment.

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