Housekeeping Aide

Riverwood Healthcare Center; Aitkin (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness benefits with on-site fitness

Time off package

Job summary

Riverwood Healthcare Center seeks a dedicated Housekeeping Aide to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents and guests. You will clean patient rooms, offices, and common areas, following infection control procedures and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities include equipment use, chemical handling, and collaboration with team members to ensure high-quality service and patient comfort. Valid driver’s license and prior housekeeping experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Likely requires valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous housekeeping or related experience preferred.
• Certification in cleaning or sanitation is advantageous.
• Healthcare or residential setting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cleans patients’ rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, and stairways.
• Uses appropriate chemicals and supplies per procedure and manufacturer guidelines.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment properly.
• Demonstrates courteous, cooperative, and respectful behavior to all visitors.
• Supports laundry duties when needed.
• Introduces self to patients, families, and visitors.
• Observes safety precautions and uses proper signage; reports hazards.
• Transports waste to disposal areas.
• Follows infection control practices (handwashing, standard and isolation precautions).
• Maintains data privacy and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

HIPAA awareness

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or GED

GED preferred

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Mops

Vacuum

Disinfectants

Job description

The Housekeeping Aide plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents and guests. This position involves performing a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure that all areas are hygienic and well-organized. The Housekeeping Aide will be responsible for upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation, which directly impacts the comfort and satisfaction of those we serve. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality are essential, as the aide will be expected to follow established protocols and procedures. Provides exceptional customer service to all visitors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license required.


• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.


• Previous experience in housekeeping or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in cleaning or sanitation practices.


• Experience working in a healthcare or residential setting.

Responsibilities:

• Cleans patients’ rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting area, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators and stairways in a timely manner.


• Utilizes the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure, and accordingly to manufacturers recommendations.


• Uses and maintains equipment properly.


• Promote service excellence by demonstrating polite, cooperative and respectful behavior to both internal and external customers. Assists visitors with directions whenever requested.


• Supports other members of the team, specifically as a Laundry Aide when needed.


• Introduces self to patients, families and visitors.


• Observes safety precautions and uses proper safety signage. Reports safety hazards as appropriate.


• Transports trash and infectious waste to appropriate disposal area.


• Follows all infection control practices including handwashing techniques, standard precautions and isolation precautions.


• Maintains set quality standards when performing job duties. Safeguard security and confidentiality of data/information according to HIPAA guidelines.

Skills:

The required skills for this position include strong attention to detail, which is essential for ensuring that all cleaning tasks are completed thoroughly and to a high standard. Time management skills are also important, as the Housekeeping Aide will need to prioritize tasks effectively to meet the demands of the role. Communication skills are necessary for reporting issues and collaborating with other staff members. Preferred skills, such as knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety protocols, will enhance the aide's ability to perform tasks safely and efficiently. Overall, a combination of these skills will enable the Housekeeping Aide to contribute positively to the environment and the satisfaction of residents and guests.

What we offer:

At Riverwood Healthcare, treating our patients well starts with treating our employees well. We provide a culture that reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff are welcoming and supportive of one another.

Depending on eligibility, there are a wide-variety of benefits including

• health insurance


• dental insurance


• vision insurance


• life insurance


• 401(k)-retirement plan


• wellness benefits with on-site fitness center


• time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

Please Note:

Offers of employment from Riverwood Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.