Laundry Aide (86667)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services in Port Lavaca, TX is seeking a PRN Laundry attendant to handle day-to-day laundry operations. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment and ensuring a steady supply of clean linen for residents.

The position requires following schedules, coordinating with nursing staff, and using PPE as needed to protect staff and residents. Prioritize safety and accuracy in handling laundry tasks across shifts.

Qualifications

• Must maintain sanitation and cleanliness of laundry areas.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning cleaning chemicals and procedures.
• Should be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a height of 5 feet.
• Must follow work schedules and coordinate daily laundry services with nursing staff.
• Report accidents/incidents to supervisor and maintain safety protocols.
• Wear and use PPE when handling chemicals or heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily laundry schedules to ensure timely service.
• Coordinate laundry services with nursing staff in resident areas.
• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary work areas at all times.
• Properly store and return equipment after shifts.
• Distribute clean laundry during emergencies as instructed by supervisors.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident care information.

Skills

Follow instructions

Safety & cleanliness

Physical stamina

Lifting ability

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Port Lavaca Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Position Type: PRN

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, mechanical lifts, 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.

Qualifications

• 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.