What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at Axiom Gardens of Flora?
Housekeeper
SUMMARY :
The primary purpose of the Housekeeper is perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping 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 Director of Environmental Services, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.
- Ensure that work / cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical
- Report all accidents / incidents to your supervisor, no matter how minor they may be
- Coordinate daily housekeeping services with nursing services when performing routine cleaning assignments in resident living and / or residential areas
- Clean, wash, sanitize, and / or polish fixtures, ledges, room heating / cooling units, bathroom fixtures etc.
- Clean floors to include sweeping, dusting, damp / wet mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, disinfecting etc.
- Discard waste / trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with plastic liner
- Agree not to disclose resident’s protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator
- Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies
- Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning. Refer to manufacturer’s instructions when necessary
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials and / or hazardous wastes or chemicals
- Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixing of cleaning compounds, liquids, disinfecting solutions, etc.
- Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning
Last updated : 2024-11-26
