Housekeeping and Laundry Aide - Highland Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

PURPOSE: 

The purpose of this position is to implement facility laundry procedures in an efficient, cost-effective manner to safely meet residents' needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Willingness and ability to follow simple directions

• Some judgment and initiative in carrying out duties in an orderly fashion

• Must stand and wik on cement surfaces throughout the entire shift while performing job duties.

• Must be able to lift and carry

• Must be able to push/pull equipment

• Must be able to bend, twist and reach while performing job duties

• Must be able to work around wet, slippery conditions such as floors. 

• Must be able to work around odors, dust and exposure to various cleansing chemicals.

• May be occupationally exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

• Must be able to comply with infection control procedures. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

This position works under the direct supervision of the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor and is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation for assigned areas of the facility in a sanitary and acceptable manner.

• Follow oral and written instructions 

• Follow material safety data sheets (MSDS) and where they are kept.

• Operate housekeeping/laundry equipment safely

• Perform cleaning procedures in accordance with facility policy

• Observe waste disposal procedures in accordance with facility policy; follow directions

• Assist in proper care of laundry equipment

• Identify and report any equipment malfunction to Supervisor

• Report any observed area in poor repair to Supervisor

• Use laundry supplies efficiently

• Attend in-service training programs for housekeeping/laundry employees

• Observe infection control procedures related to Laundry Dept

• Follow Residents Rights policies at all times

• Follow Facility Safety program

• Come to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality

• Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner

• Assume accountability for data contained in the employee's handbook

• Perform other related duties as directed by his/her Supervisor