Job description
Jefferson Healthcare is seeking a Housekeeper. This position would work Full Time 8:00 am to 4:30pm (4 and 2) schedule in Housekeeping. Prior experience as a housekeeper is required. Prior experience in a hospital or long term care facility is preferred.
The ideal candidate will have experience in the following:
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable work environment
- Maintaining infection control procedures when performing housekeeping tasks
- Polishing furnishings, fixtures, and ledges
- Cleaning, sanitizing, and washing bathroom fixtures
- Cleaning floors to include sweeping, dusting, and mopping
- Removing dirt, grease, and film from surfaces using proper cleaning/disinfecting techniques
- Willing to work as part of a team and take direction
Jefferson Healthcare is seeking Full Time Floor Porter.
Please apply at 2200 Jefferson Hwy. Jefferson La 70121
504-837-3144
Candidate would work 8 hours with a half hour for lunch.
Qualifications:
Must be able to pass background check.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform assigned day-to-day housekeeping functions.
Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments and established housekeeping procedures.
Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment and supplies.
Assure that established infection control practices are maintained when performing housekeeping measures.
Clean/polish furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, etc., in resident rooms and recreational areas daily as instructed.
Clean, wash, sanitize, and /or polish bathroom fixtures.
Clean windows/mirrors in resident rooms, recreational areas, bathrooms, and entrance/exit ways.
Clean floors, to include sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, disinfecting, etc.
Clean walls and ceilings by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, etc.
Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc., from surfaces using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions.
§Clean hallways, stairways, and elevators.
Discard waste/trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacles with plastic liner.
Report all hazardous conditions or equipment.
Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored at all times, including before leaving such areas for breaks, meal times, and end of the workday.
Assure that adequate inventories of housekeeping supplies are maintained.
Report burned-out light bulbs, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room-call lights, etc. to the supervisor as soon as practical.
Perform terminal cleaning procedures, as instructed, when a resident is discharged, and/or transferred.
Assure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
Follow established fire-safety policies and procedures.
Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.
Report all accidents/incidents to the supervisor.
Maintain the confidentiality of resident-care information.
Honor the residents’ personal and property rights.
Clean work/supply carts, equipment, etc., as necessary/directed.
Turn in all found articles to supervisor.
Attend departmental and staff meetings.
Keep work/assignment areas free of hazardous objects, such as protruding mop/broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.
Attend and participate in in-service educational classes and on-the-job training programs.
Physical activities and requirements :Floor Tech, Porter, Housekeeper Aide must perform all physical tasks (including lifting of 25 pounds) required in normal, irregular or emergency operations to keep the facility running efficiently, ensuring at all times that residents receive excellent quality care. Housekeeper Aide may also be asked to perform laundry, dietary, and general maintenance tasks as directed by the Administrator in crisis situations. Work area and environment: Throughout the entire facility
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- New Orleans, LA 70121 (Required)
Work Location: In person
