Position Overview
Title: Housekeeper
Reports To: Director of Housekeeping
Purpose:
Implement housekeeping procedures in an efficient, cost-effective manner to ensure a clean, safe environment that meets residents’ needs and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Delegation of Authority
The Housekeeper is authorized to:
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Implement housekeeping procedures in compliance with regulations.
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Participate in monitoring housekeeping systems.
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Notify supervisors when supplies are needed.
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Report equipment or facility areas needing repair.
Duties & Responsibilities
Cleaning & Sanitation
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Perform routine and periodic cleaning of assigned areas.
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Dust mop and wet mop resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, nursing stations, and medication rooms (under nursing supervision).
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Dust horizontal surfaces daily.
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Refill soap, alcohol, and paper towel dispensers.
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Transport trash and contaminated waste to designated collection areas.
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Clean and maintain housekeeping equipment and carts daily.
Safety & Infection Control
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Follow sanitary, safety, and infection control practices.
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Use authorized chemicals and cleaning agents as directed.
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Follow MSDS/SDS guidelines.
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Operate housekeeping equipment safely.
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Observe proper waste disposal procedures.
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Report faulty equipment or unsafe conditions promptly.
Communication & Professional Conduct
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Maintain courteous, respectful communication with residents, visitors, and staff.
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Maintain confidentiality of resident information at all times.
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Report unusual situations to supervisor or charge nurse.
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Promote positive public relations and represent the facility professionally.
Administrative & Facility Support
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Use housekeeping supplies efficiently.
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Participate in Quality Assurance and Board Meeting duties as assigned, including monthly reports.
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Attend orientation, in-services, and mandatory training sessions.
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Serve on facility committees as appointed.
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Develop positive working relationships with other departments.
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Accept additional duties as delegated by the Director of Plant Operations.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
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Ability to read and write.
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Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
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Previous housekeeping experience in an institutional or healthcare setting preferred.
Knowledge & Skills:
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Knowledge of cleaning equipment, proper solutions, and materials.
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Ability to follow cleaning schedules and facility procedures.
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Effective communication with elderly or disabled residents, staff, and visitors.
Physical Requirements
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Fast-paced work with repetitive motion.
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Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 10 lbs.
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Prolonged standing, sitting, bending.
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Ability to balance and demonstrate proper body mechanics.
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Occasional crawling, kneeling, climbing, twisting.
