Job description: JOB PURPOSE:

Provides cleaning services to provide a safe sanitary, comfortable and homelike environment for residents, staff and the public. Housekeeping services provided are in accordance with facility policies and procedures and consistent with state and federal laws and regulations to maintain an environment that enhances the quality of life for residents

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Sweeps, damp mops, and wet mops tile floors. May occasionally be required to spray buff, strip or wax floors, following center procedures, including the use of wet floor signs.

2. Vacuums carpeted rooms as applicable.

3. Empties trash cans, cleans exterior, cleans interior, and replaces with a clean can liner

4. Cleans bathroom sinks, fixtures, and toilets, following center procedures.

5. Cleans glass surfaces such as mirrors, pictures, and windows.

6. Cleans behind and underneath furnishings.

7. Follows infection control standards while performing cleaning.

8. Prevents/removes wax/dirt buildup in corners, around baseboards, and in doorways.

9. Changes soiled privacy curtains and draperies for the outside windows as needed.

10. Removes and re-hangs curtains and draperies for the outside windows, using a ladder.

11. Dust/damp cleans surfaces in patient/resident rooms (furniture, bed frames, windowsills, etc.) following center procedure, including the use of wet floor signs.

12. Moves furniture to clean behind/underneath, according to center procedures.

13. Turns bed mattresses after cleaning.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

None, on-the-job training is provided

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Previous experience with healthcare housekeeping or environmental services preferred

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Expected salary:

Location: Black Mountain, NC

Job date: Fri, 13 Oct 2023 04:19:43 GMT

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Job description: JOB PURPOSE:

Tends laundering machines to clean sheets, blankets, pillow coverings, and personal articles of patients. Loads articles in washer and adds specified amount of detergent or other cleaning agents. Lifts clean, wet articles from washer and places them successively into wringer and dryer for measured time cycles. Sorts dry articles according to identification numbers or type. Folds and places items in appropriate storage bin.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Folds and sorts laundry (blankets, sheets, towels etc.) and personal clothing items

2. Hangs clothes on racks according to name and numbers.

3. Delivers patient/resident’s laundry to designated areas

4. Ensures that patients/residents clothes are ready to wear, not in disrepair and put in proper place

5. Understands functions of various soaps and bleaches

6. Follows precautions as stated on MSDS for all chemicals used

7. Washes and dries clothes and linens

8. Keeps equipment clean and follows cleaning schedules

9. Maintains a clean and organized area; sweeps and mops laundry area

10. Reports any needed repairs to maintenance department

11. Operates large filters according to established schedules

12. Ensures proper handling of soiled laundry items

13. Cleans and disinfects linen carts as required per policy and procedure

14. Empties washers and dryers as requested/necessary

15. Operates water, gas, and electric cutoff switches and valves

16. Understands the proper process for stain removal

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High School Degree preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

On-the-job training provided

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

Previous experience in healthcare laundering processes\

Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.

We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Expected salary:

Location: Black Mountain, NC

Job date: Fri, 20 Oct 2023 01:21:01 GMT

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