Laundry Aide (87707)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Job summary

Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Wharton, TX is seeking a PRN Laundry Aide to perform daily laundry tasks ensuring clean, safe facilities for residents. The role includes following schedules, coordinating with nursing, and maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

Responsibilities emphasize proper handling of chemicals, use of PPE, reporting incidents, and keeping work areas orderly and compliant with safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Able to follow written and oral instructions concerning cleaning procedures.
• Must lift a minimum of 25 pounds and move loads as part of daily work.
• Maintain sanitation and safety of laundry areas and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow work schedules and laundering procedures.
• Coordinate daily laundry services with nursing staff.
• Report accidents/incidents to supervisor and follow safety policies.
• Use PPE when handling chemicals and hazardous materials; follow MSDS guidance.
• Keep areas and carts clean and organized; ensure equipment is stored properly.

Skills

Laundering operations

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Tools

Laundry equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Wharton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Wharton, TX 77488

Position Type: PRN

Job Shift: 6am - 2pm

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.

Responsibilities and Duties

• 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