ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Role Responsibilities – Job Knowledge/Duties:
Reports to work as scheduled.
Attends all mandatory in-services by employee’s anniversary date
Complies with all facility policies and procedures
Acts appropriately under the direction of the Director of Housekeeping and acts as a part of the interdisciplinary team
Cleans and straightens (including vacuuming, wiping, moping, polishing, etc.
) rooms, offices, and common areas; polish and remove items; ensure resident’s rooms are safe, comfortable and maintained in an attractive manner
Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in shift assignments to meet facility needs
Cleans and sanitizes areas of responsibility according to facility policy and procedure
Moves and arranges residents furniture and equipment as directed by the supervisor
Cleans residents dining areas at the completion of meal service and adheres to weekly cleaning schedule of the dining area
Cleans and sanitizes resident bathrooms and common bath areas
Cleans and maintains windows and wall in resident rooms and common areas
Complies with weekly departmental cleaning schedule
Adheres to all cleaning chemical hazards as indicated on supplies
Observes rules of sanitation at all times
Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program when performing work functions.
Other duties as assigned by Director of Housekeeping
Role Responsibilities - Interpersonal Skills:
Is aware of, and adheres to, Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident Information
Interacts with residents and family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a non-judgmental, supportive and calm manner
Addresses family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the supervisor in a professional manner
Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law
Role Responsibilities - Safety:
Demonstrates ability to locate emergency equipment (i.
e.
fire extinguisher)
Demonstrates ability to identify and respond appropriately to potential behavioral outbursts
Uses facility equipment safely
Recognizes, removes, an/or reports potential hazards
Follows established safety rules/accident prevention
Observes rules of safety at all times including complying with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) guidelines for chemical use
Role Responsibilities – Infection Control:
Demonstrates proper hand washing techniques
Disposes of waste properly
Complies with departmental dress code
Complies with all established infection control and standard precaution practices when performing housekeeping procedures
Role Responsibilities – Resident Care/Dignity:
Addresses residents in a respectful manner and knocks before entering residents’ rooms
Discusses confidential resident information in appropriate areas only
Understands and complies with all rules regarding residents’ rights
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Possess a high school diploma or sufficient knowledge and education to perform job functions
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations
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