What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laundry Aide position at Recover-Care Healthcare?
POSITION SUMMARY : Under the direction of a Supervisor, the housekeeping and laundry delivers efficient and effective care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient / family satisfaction. He / she will function within the standards of practice as accorded by his / her Knowledge. RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES 1. Makes both occupied and unoccupied bed 2. Notifies licensed nurse if patient identification is missing 3. Answers call light or bell promptly, delivers messages, cleans areas of spillage or accidents; 4. Uses Standard precautions when caring for all patients. Adheres to Contact and / or Droplet Precautions as indicated; 5. Reports changes in patient's condition, patient / family concerns or complaints to charge nurse and / or supervisor; 6. Collects and bags soiled linen and delivers to dirty linen area; 7. Obtains clean linens and supplies from supply areas, cleans utility rooms, kitchen areas and all other nursing areas, as assigned; 8. Cleans patient equipment as assigned; 9. Assists with patient discharge as requested 10. Promotes a culture of safety to ensure a healthy practice and living environment; 11. Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual's needs, choices and preferences; 12. Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the concerns of staff, patients and families; POSITION TITLE : Housekeeping / Laundry Job Description : 03 / 22 Effective Date : 3 / 1 / 22 Revision Date : 3 / 2 / 22 Page : 2 of 4 13. Participates in quality improvement activities as requested; 14. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) at all times; 15. Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed 16. Performs other duties as requested. SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL / VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS 1. This position requires that the employee is able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors at the work site when responding to their medical and physical needs. 2. Must provide verification of TST (tuberculin skin test) as required by state law and in accordance with Company policy. TSTs will be administered at the work site if required. 3. Basic knowledge of computer use or willingness to learn. 4. Must attend a minimum of 12 hours continuing education programs provided by the center in order to maintain certification
