Absolut Care Orchard Park , NY 14127
Posted 2 months ago
Housekeeper
Pay rate: $15.60 - $17.25 per hour based on verifiable experience in a nursing home or hospital setting.
Shift: days
Under the direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Housekeeping Aide is responsible for cleaning resident rooms and other interior and exterior facility areas and assisting in maintaining a clean and attractive environment for the residents according to facility policy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reports to work as scheduled. Attends all mandatory in-services by employee's anniversary date
Complies with all facility policies and procedures
Acts appropriately under the direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor and acts as a part of the interdisciplinary team
Clean and straighten (including vacuuming, wiping, moping, polishing, etc.) rooms, offices, and common areas; polish and remove items; ensure resident's rooms are safe, comfortable, and maintained in an attractive manner
Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in shift assignments to meet facility needs.
Cleans and sanitizes areas of responsibility according to facility policy and procedure
Moves and arranges residents' furniture and equipment as directed by the supervisor
Cleans residents dining areas at the completion of meal service and adheres to weekly cleaning schedule of the dining area
Cleans and sanitizes resident bathrooms and common bath areas
Cleans and maintains windows and walls in resident rooms and common areas
Complies with weekly departmental cleaning schedule
Daily responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing rooms or other assigned areas, changing linens, changing glassware and removing debris. Specific duties include dusting and polishing, cleaning all furniture and accessories, washing windows and mirrors, removing any stains or marks and emptying all trash. Housekeeping aides clean and sanitize bathing spaces, sinks and toilets; vacuuming, sweeping and mopping are also included in their duties. They check for damages to company property and submit reports to appropriate supervisors.
Daily duties also include maintaining supply carts with adequate supplies. To ensure all daily duties and assignments are met, housekeeping aides communicate throughout the day with supervisors and other staff members.
Housekeeping aides are also responsible for responding to the needs of guests in a prompt and courteous manner while maintaining guest satisfaction. At times, guests may request additional items in their room, laundry services, shoe shines, extra roll-away beds or cribs. They also answer inquiries of guests regarding various matters, such as accommodation features or local attractions.
Adheres to all cleaning chemical hazards as indicated on supplies
Observes rules of sanitation at all times
Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program when performing work functions
Is aware of, and adheres to, Resident's Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident Information
Interacts with residents and family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a non-judgmental, supportive, and calm manner
Addresses family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the supervisor in a professional manner
Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law
Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude
Demonstrates ability to locate emergency equipment (i.e. fire extinguisher)
Demonstrates ability to identify and respond appropriately to potential behavioral outbursts
Uses facility equipment safely
Recognizes, removes, and/or reports potential hazards
Follows established safety rules/accident prevention
Observes rules of safety at all times including complying with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) guidelines for chemical use
Demonstrates ability to identify and respond appropriately to potential behavioral outbursts
Uses facility equipment safely
Recognizes, removes, and/or reports potential hazards
Follows established safety rules/accident prevention
Observes rules of safety at all times, and is alert to safety hazards to self and co-workers including complying with Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) guidelines for chemical use
Demonstrates proper hand washing techniques
Disposes of waste properly
Complies with departmental dress code
Addresses residents in a respectful manner
Discusses confidential resident information in appropriate areas only
Other Duties as Assigned by Housekeeping Supervisor
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