LAUNDRY AIDE-P (78296)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services in Weslaco, TX, is looking for a Part Time Laundry employee to ensure the cleanliness and proper handling of laundry services. The role involves coordinating with nursing, following safety protocols, and maintaining the laundry area.

The ideal candidate will be able to follow instructions, manage supplies, and lift weights as necessary. Join our team to help maintain a safe and sanitary environment for our residents.

Qualifications

• Maintain cleanliness and order in laundry areas.
• Follow safety protocols while handling equipment and chemicals.
• Lift and move loads of at least 25 pounds as required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure schedules and safety procedures are followed.
• Coordinate laundry services with nursing.
• Keep work areas free of hazards.

Skills

Sanitation

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Weslaco - Weslaco, TX 78596

Position Type: Part Time

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

• 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.