HOUSEKEEPER

KALESTA HEALTHCARE GROUP; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

KALESTA HEALTHCARE GROUP is hiring for an entry-level housekeeping position in Pullman, WA. As a housekeeping staff member, you will maintain cleanliness in resident rooms and other facility areas, ensuring a sanitary and welcoming environment for residents.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably have experience in a long-term care facility. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to contribute positively to residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Housekeeping experience in a long term care facility preferred.
• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Clean resident rooms and bathrooms as assigned.
• Practice infection control policies and procedures.
• Report needed repairs to the supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Dependability

Basic principles of cleaning

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry
Job Location: Pullman, WA 99163
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $17.00 - $21.58 Hourly
Job Category: Health Care
POSITION;

Reporting

This position reports to the Housekeeping Supervisor.

Initial Job Functions

• Clean assignment of resident rooms and bathrooms daily as assigned in accordance with facility procedures
• Keep resident rooms and contents clean and orderly in accordance with the wishes of the resident
• Clean other areas of the facility daily as assigned by Housekeeping Supervisor including one or more of the following:
  • Tub/Shower rooms
  • Offices
  • Kitchen
  • Day rooms
  • Activity rooms
  • Halls and lobby
  • Utility rooms
  • Nurses stations
  • Linen areas
• Treat all residents with dignity and respect when performing duties in resident care areas
• Be courteous, considerate and cooperative when communicating with all facility personnel, residents and public
• Practice infection control policies and procedures of the department and facility
• Secure cleaning chemicals in locked housekeeping cart or closet unless in immediate possession and use
• Promptly report any needed repairs to Housekeeping Supervisor
• Perform other housekeeping related tasks as assigned by Housekeeping Supervisor
• Assist Housekeeping Supervisor with weekly and monthly major housekeeping tasks when requested to do so
• React appropriately to emergencies and disaster situations
• Attend in-service education and staff meetings as required

Job Functions

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and respect for, the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions
• Appreciates the importance of maintaining confidentiality of resident and facility information
• Demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property
• Must be neat and clean and well groomed appearance
• Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete the assigned responsibilities of the department
• Knowledge of basic principles of cleaning and disinfecting
• Dependability
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Capabilities

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which includes an annual TB screening and physical examination
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Continuous bending, squatting, twisting and reaching
• Must be able to bend, squat, pull, stoop and push up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

Qualifications / Requirements

• Education: High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• License: None Required
• Work Experience: Housekeeping experience in a long term care facility or as a housekeeper in an institutional setting preferred
• Language Skills: Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical information, and to be easily understood through verbal communication in the English language
• Mathematical Skills: Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, and volume
• Communication Skills: Must have exceptional communication and customer service skills, and be empathetic; ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, responsible parties, staff and outside resources and agencies