Laundry Aide

Windsor-Nursing-and-Rehabilitation-Center-of-Duva; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Windsor-Nursing-and-Rehabilitation-Center-of-Duva is seeking a dedicated Laundry Aide to perform daily laundry operations following federal and local standards. You will coordinate with nursing staff to ensure timely provision of clean linen and maintain a safe, sanitary laundry area.

The role requires following written and oral instructions, adhering to fire safety policies, and lifting/moving loads as needed. Training will cover MSDS procedures and proper use of safety equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare laundry or housekeeping preferred.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day laundry tasks in accordance with facility policies.
• Coordinate with nursing services for routine assignments in resident living areas.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and sanitation of laundry areas and equipment.
• Report accidents/incidents to supervisor and follow MSDS guidance.

Job description

The primary purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Laundry Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator and/or the Housekeeping Supervisor, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner, and that an adequate supply of linen is on hand at all times to meet the needs of the residents.Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor.Coordinate daily laundry services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanicallifts, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects.Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. (e.g., dryer lint traps)Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used in the work area. Refer to material safety data sheets (MSDSs) when necessary.Use appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials.Keep supervisor informed of supply needs.Keep work area(s) free of hazardous conditions, i.e., spills, excess laundry carts, baskets, supplies, equipment, etc.Clean work/supply carts, equipment, etc., as necessary/directed.Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.Perform assigned tasks in accordance with established laundry procedures.During emergency conditions, assure that clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., are distributed to designated areas as instructed.Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of laundry areas, for sanitation, order, and safety.Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixture of cleaning compounds, liquids, cleaning instructions, etc.Should be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet