Laundry Aide - PRN (87885)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Harlingen in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Laundry Aide to perform daily laundry tasks and maintain a clean, safe environment for residents. This role supports the nursing team and ensures an adequate linen supply for resident needs.

The position requires adherence to safety policies, proper handling of cleaning agents, and the ability to lift at least 25 pounds. Prior experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must maintain sanitation, order and safety in laundry areas.
• Able to follow written and oral instructions for cleaning chemicals.
• Capable of lifting at least 25 pounds and moving laundry items.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily laundry duties in accordance with facility standards.
• Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary laundry areas and supply linen.
• Coordinate laundry service with nursing staff as needed.
• Report accidents/incidents to supervisor and follow safety policies.
• Wear PPE and follow MSDS guidelines when handling chemicals.

Skills

Sanitation & safety

Follow instructions

Manual handling

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Harlingen - Harlingen, TX 78550

Position Type: PRN

Job Shift: Flex

Duties

• 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