Housekeeper

Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters in Norfolk, VA is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to perform daily cleaning of patient rooms, units, offices and public areas to ensure a sanitary environment in line with health standards.

You will use proper cleaning techniques, handle waste and replenish supplies while maintaining safety, documenting any required paperwork and attending trainings as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of all education and certifications upon hire.
• Experience in operating commercial cleaning equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Health care work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine cleaning of patient rooms, nursing units, offices, and other areas to keep them sanitary.
• Uses proper cleaning techniques to prevent spread of infections.
• Handles waste disposal and replenishes bathrooms with supplies.
• Maintains cleaning supplies and notifies supervisor when restocking needed.
• Attends trainings and completes required paperwork.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Equipment operation

Hazardous materials handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Six months housekeeping experience

Health care work experience preferred

Job description

The Housekeeper is responsible for the performance of general housekeeping duties to ensure that all areas are kept clean and sanitary in accordance with health system standards, federal, state, and local regulations. Reports to department leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• On a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis performs routine cleaning of patient rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and corridors in a clean, neat, and sanitary manner.
• Uses proper cleaning techniques and procedures to prevent the spread of infections and disease.
• Displays knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their use.
• Handles waste disposal from the department and transports to appropriate disposal area.
• Replenishes paper supplies and hand soap in bathrooms.
• Performs routine and soiled spots cleaning on carpeted flooring.
• Clean interior and/or exterior windows and mini blinds as assigned and necessary.
• Performs continuous cleanup of work areas, equipment, workstation and equipment.
• Maintains an adequate amount of cleaning supplies and paper products in housekeeping closet and on cart.
• Orders supplies as needed.
• Notifies maintenance and/or supervisor of any work requisitions needed.
• Maintains a courteous, professional relationship with all organizational staff, patients, and families, and guests.
• Attends meetings and training in-services as required.
• Responsible for completing and maintaining accurate checklists and other paperwork requirements.
• Ensures adherence to company policy, standards of operation, safety and sanitation guidelines and employee handbook.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Licenses and/or Certifications
• None
• Preferred Licenses and/or Certifications
• None

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Required Education and Experience
• At time of hire, a record of completion for all education, licenses, training and/or certifications is required.
• Experience in operating commercial equipment required.
• Preferred Education and Experience
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of housekeeping experience preferred.
• Health care work experience preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of proper handling of hazardous materials and cleaning chemicals.
• Excellent time management skills to complete work in a timely manner, able to shift priorities, able to work independently, able to work in a team setting and problem solve in a fast paced, fluid environment.
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Demonstrates ability work to effectively within role, department, and organization.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic team player who takes initiative.
• Possesses strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills as well as, the ability to interact and communicate effectively with diverse individuals, team members, various levels of management, internal and external customers.
• Must be able to operate work equipment.

INCREASED SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR JOB ROLES AT CHILDREN'S PAVILLION OR IN ANY LICENSED DBHDS PROGRAM WE OFFER: FBI fingerprinting, criminal background check, and Child Protective Services Registry Search

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like with exception of visits to the computer room.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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