What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping / Laundry Supervisor position at NHC Murfreesboro?
PURPOSEThis position is responsible for supervising the cleanliness of the patient rooms, patient areas and hallways.RESPONSIBLE TO : AdministratorQUALIFICATIONS :
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Have at least two years experience in housekeeping or supervisory position
- Must be able to read and understand Standard English.
- Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with patients, families and visitors.PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
- Able to be on feet 7-8 hours a day
- Able to stoop, kneel, bend, and climb, depending on job
- Able to lift 20 to 25 pounds frequently
- Able to lift 50 to 75 pounds occasionally
- Able to move heavy (75 to 100 pound) furniture occasionally
- Able to see, hear and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibility
- Able to work with standard cleaning chemicalsDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Are determined by the center and may include, but are not limited to the following :
- Ensure that housekeepers clean patient bathrooms including sinks, toilets, tubs and showers
- Ensure that housekeepers empty garbage cans in patient rooms, patient bathrooms, activity areas and other areas throughout the center
- Ensure that patient areas are clean, including mopping and / or buffing floors, dusting furniture both on top and underneath
- Ensure that hallways are clean of debris, mopped, stripped and buffed following company and center policies and procedures
- Ensure that walls, furniture and equipment are cleaned, as needed, to provide a clean pleasant environment for patients, staff and visitors
- Work safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agents and ensure that Housekeeping staff follow these procedures and are trained accordingly
- Establish cleaning schedules and ensure that the schedules are followed by Housekeeping staff
- Other duties which may be assigned from time to time.
