Housekeeping Assistant

Nhccare; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior care company is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to maintain the cleanliness of residents' rooms and common areas. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work with cleaning chemicals, and the physical capability to perform cleaning tasks. Join a team that values compassion and teamwork while ensuring residents maintain their well-being and independence.

Qualifications

• Able to read and understand Standard English.
• Able to deal tactfully and effectively with patients and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning resident bathrooms and common areas.
• Emptying garbage cans in rooms and activity areas.
• Following established cleaning schedules and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to read Standard English

Job description

Housekeeping Assistant at Richland Place

This position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of Residents' rooms, common areas, and hallways.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Housekeeping Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to read and understand Standard English.
• Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with patients, families, fellow employees, and visitors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to stand on feet for 7-8 hours a day.
• Able to stoop, kneel, bend, and climb as required by the job.
• Able to lift 20 to 25 pounds frequently.
• Able to lift 50 to 75 pounds occasionally.
• Able to move heavy furniture (75 to 100 pounds) occasionally.
• Able to see, hear, and communicate adequately to perform job duties.
• Comfortable working with standard cleaning chemicals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Cleaning resident bathrooms, including sinks, toilets, tubs, and showers.
• Emptying garbage cans in resident rooms, bathrooms, activity areas, and throughout the center.
• Cleaning resident rooms, including mopping and buffing floors, dusting furniture (top and underneath).
• Cleaning hallways, sweeping debris, mopping, stripping, and buffing, following company and center policies.
• Cleaning walls, furniture, and equipment as needed to maintain a clean environment.
• Working safely and following proper procedures when using chemicals.
• Following established cleaning schedules.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in quality care. Our goal is to provide comprehensive extended care services that maximize patients' well-being and independence. We are committed to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health services.

The NHC environment promotes encouragement, innovation, teamwork, honesty, and integrity. All employees are partners committed to the health of our patients and the well-being of the communities we serve.

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values, please apply today and learn more at nhccare.com.

We look forward to talking with you!

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