Student PRN Opportunities - Housekeeping

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking Student PRN Housekeeping for Bell Hospital, Cambridge Tower. The role involves cleaning patient rooms, utility spaces, public areas and exam rooms while upholding infection prevention standards and patient-centered service.

Responsibilities include following cleaning schedules, stocking supplies, moving equipment, and reporting safety concerns. 16–17 year olds may be hired as PRN; high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• 1 or more years of relevant experience.
• 16- and 17-year-olds are eligible to be hired as a PRN

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning procedures according to cleaning schedule meeting department quality standards.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the cleaning procedures utilized in all facility spaces.
• Follows hospital and department Infection Prevention and Control, Human Resources, and Safety policies and procedures.
• Reports infection prevention and safety incidents to supervisor.
• May be trained to scrub, strip, and burnish floors and clean carpets as required.
• Re-stocks housekeeping cart and closet daily to ensure correct supplies.
• Operates housekeeping equipment safely and reports equipment in need of repair.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title Student PRN Opportunities - Housekeeping Bell Hospital, Cambridge Tower

Position Summary / Career Interest:Performs job specific responsibilities; consistently supports patient centered environment. Demonstrates accountability for own actions and decisions. Follows policies, procedures, and standards; complies with Corporate Compliance Program. Assumes responsibility for risk and safety issues associated with position. Participates in performance improvement activities. Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively. Takes responsibility for own learning needs. Participates as a member of a team to achieve organizational goals. Brings ideas/concerns to supervisor; participates in department decision-making.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:Performs cleaning procedures according to cleaning schedule meeting department quality standards. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the cleaning procedures utilized in all facility spaces. Examples of areas to clean include, but are not limited to the following: patient rooms, isolation rooms, utility rooms, exam rooms, public areas, restrooms, labs, offices, classrooms, auditoriums, corridors, elevators, stairwells, ancillary areas, outer buildings, storerooms, equipment rooms, housekeeping closets, dock areas, trash areas, and outside entrance areas. Follows all hospital and department Infection Prevention and Control, Human Resources, and Safety policies and procedures. Reports all infection prevention and control and safety incidents to supervisor. Assist with completion of incident report. May be trained to complete the following project cleaning if required in work assignment: Scrub, strip, and burnish hard surface floors using floor care equipment according to established procedures. Clean carpet, furniture and mats using floor care & upholstery equipment. Moves equipment and/or furniture. Washes walls, ceilings, doors, floors, windows, vents, lights, trashcans, trash dumpsters, equipment, and furniture as directed. Replaces curtains, blinds, draperies, and shower curtains as assigned. Delivers clean linen, stocking linen carts to established par levels. Removes soiled linen and trash, transporting it to the appropriate soiled linen storage rooms, dumpsters or recycle containers. Keeps housekeeping cart and closet clean, safe and orderly. Collects equipment and/or supplies for daily use. Re-stocks housekeeping cart and closet daily to ensure correct and adequate supply of chemicals and cleaning supplies. Uses cleaning chemicals safely and efficiently according to established procedures. Operates and maintains housekeeping equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with established procedures. Cleans equipment before returning it to storage area. Reports equipment in need of repair to supervisor. Reports safety hazards. May be required to carry a pager or radio for communication purposes. Responds to pages, radio, and telephone communications promptly and professionally.

• Shows consideration when interacting with co-workers and customers. Demonstrates ability to follow directions and provide dependable service. Participates in team meetings, in-service training and special programs. Accepts constructive correction as a means for growth and development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Education and Experience

High School Graduate or GED. 1 or more years of relevant experience.

Knowledge Requirements

Ability to perform operations with units such as cup, pint, quart and ounce; inch, foot and yard.

16- and 17-year-olds are eligible to be hired as a PRN

Time Type: Job Requisition ID: R-42134

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.