Linen/Laundry Worker - Laundry/Linen - (HPW) - Day - FT

Capital Health; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health system is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety standards within the facility, ensuring all areas are sanitized and supplies are replenished. The position requires a proactive approach to handling chemicals and adhering to safety regulations while providing excellent service to patients and staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare provider known for its commitment to quality patient care and nursing excellence. If you are looking to make a difference in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, but English speaking skills are necessary.
• Ability to handle chemicals and adhere to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes areas following established protocols.
• Handles chemicals safely and ensures proper labeling.
• Replenishes supplies and operates laundry machines.

Skills

English speaking skills

Job description

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Position Overview:

Weekends Required

• Handles chemicals and solutions per departmental and material safety data sheet standards error-free and efficiently. Ensures all chemicals are properly labeled at all times and utilized properly. Assures safe function of all equipment used.
• Adheres to safety regulations as outlined in departmental policies, facility and JCAHO guidelines.
• Reports equipment needing repair to supervisor quickly.
• Demonstrates ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with members of the organization. Displays patience and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel. Utilizes appropriate department chain of command in resolving complaints, grievances, or problems accurately.
• Presents department in a positive manner to visitors, patients, and other hospital personnel. Utilizes departmental scripting for identifying self upon entry of patient room and asks if there is any additional customer service needing to be performed before leaving area.
• Cleans all areas using the cleaning procedure as outlined in orientation and department policy and procedures. Uses appropriate solutions for cleaning and disinfecting area to be cleaned and thoroughly washes and sanitizes furniture when patients are discharged. Collects routine waste, sanitizes collected waste, and sanitizes trash can as needed. Uses proper personal protective equipment such as gloves when cleaning. Washes hands throughout the day to adhere to hospital policy.
• Cleans assigned carts and equipment daily and ensures all items are returned in an orderly fashion at all times.
• Replenishes supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissue, and soap and brings supplies and equipment to area as needed.
• Observes and follows isolation techniques in accordance with Infection Control Policy.
• Cleans and sanitizes areas affected by blood and body fluid spills using proper techniques.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or crew leader and possesses a willingness to adapt to changing departmental demands.
• Sorts linen as appropriate. Collects soiled linen throughout facility and ancillary areas. Weighs clean and soiled linen and records accurate measurements according to departmental policy.
• Operates washer and dryer machines for various laundry room duties.
• Transports timely clean linen from linen room to various areas of facility as needed.
• Prepares linen carts and closets according to established protocol. Keeps clean linen covered according to Infection Control Policy requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: English speaking skills.
• Experience: None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent physical demands include: Carrying objects, Reaching overhead, Squatting/kneeling/crawling.
• Occasional physical demands include: Sitting, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Pinching/fine motor activities, Taste or Smell, Talking or Hearing.
• Continuous physical demands include: Standing, Walking, Pushing/Pulling, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Wrist position deviation.
• Lifting Floor to Waist: 0 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above: 0 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Minimal Hearing.
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Dust/Particulate Matter.

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health will require all applicants (including contractors, travelers, and consultants) to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.