What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at Southcoast Long Term Care Services?
Job Summary: Cleans all areas of the facility by performing the following duties.
Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:
Performs all assigned tasks in a professional manner in order to reflect the highest integrity of the Housekeeping Department.
Performs routine cleaning of patient rooms, patient care units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators and stairways in a clean, neat and sanitary manner.
Washes windows, walls, floors, beds, furniture upon patient discharge. Applies clean linen on disinfected patient bed.
Reports any furniture, fixtures, building, equipment repairs required to Housekeeping Supervisor.
Completes work assignments in a timely manner.
Utilizes the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure.
Uses and maintains equipment properly.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Assists visitors with directions whenever requested.
Always introduces self to patients, families and visitors.
Reports safety hazards as appropriate.
Transports trash and hazardous waste to appropriate disposal area.
Replenishes supplies.
Follows all infection prevention and control practices, including handwashing techniques, standard precautions and isolation precautions.
Maintains set quality standards when performing job duties.
Ability to do work on his/her own with normal supervision.
Observes safety and security precautions at all times.
Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.