Job description

Positions Summary: A Housekeeping Assistant is selected to perform cleaning tasks in order to maintain a clean and sanitary facility. The housekeeper must be trained or experienced in the proper cleaning methods in accordance with the health and sanitation code requirements of the State and/or local authorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The building and all its parts and facilities shall be kept in clean, neat and attractive. The safety and comfort of residents shall be the first consideration. All walls, floors, ceilings, windows and fixtures shall be kept clean. Interior walls and floors shall be of a character to permit frequent and easy cleaning. The facility shall be kept free of unnecessary accumulations of personal possessions, boxes, trunks, suitcases, papers, unused furniture, bed clothing, linens, bric-a-brac and similar items. Patient’s rooms will be cleaned daily. Pull furniture out, as needed and dust all furniture. Dry and wet mop all floors. Clean mirrors, bed frames, walls of rooms and hallways, including trim along the bottom of walls and handrails. Patient bathrooms will be cleaned twice daily. Clean sink, bathtub, and commode. Wipe all tile down, polish all fixtures and chrome, sweep and wet mop all floors, and clean mirrors.

Leave two rolls of toilet tissue in each bathroom, replace soap and towels as needed. All patient bathrooms should be thoroughly cleaned each day before 9:00 am and spot cleaned twice thereafter. Dining rooms will be cleaned daily. Clean tables with damp cloth, wipe down all tables and chairs. Keep food cabinets clean in kitchen and dining areas. Floor must be swept and mopped after breakfast and lunch. Replace tablecloths in dining area during non-mealtimes. Nurses’ stations will be cleaned daily. Clean nurses station sinks and counter tops. Clean nurses’ bathroom to include the commode, sink, and mirror. Clean nurses’ kitchen to include food cabinets and counter top. All floors are to be swept and mopped daily. Living rooms will be cleaned daily. Dust all furniture, wipe down chairs as needed. Keep television screens clean. Patient moves. Responsible for transferring the resident’s belongings when resident is being transferred within your wing or off your wing. Responsible for the cleaning of the unit in a normal discharge manner. Empty and clean all wastebaskets. Use room deodorizer as needed. All paper towel dispensers and toilet paper dispensers are to be checked and filled daily. Follows the Compliance Plan of Medicare/Medicaid Fraud and Abuse policy.

Required Competencies:
QUALITY & PRODUCTIVITY Provides high quality services, processes and programs while consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes and enhance the facility. Meets or exceeds goals and objectives and consistently engages in productive work effort requiring, minimal direction from manager

PROFESSIONALISM Demonstrates self-control by maintaining composure in difficult situations; deals calmly and effectively with stressful situations. Projects a professional image of oneself and the organization and demonstrates a positive attitude towards work and the organization

ACCOUNTABILITY Demonstrates commitment to the position and accepts responsibility for personal actions.

COLLABORATION & TEAMWORK Supports a positive team environment in which employees participate, respect and cooperate with each other to achieve desired results. Builds and sustains coopera

COMMUNICATION Expresses self in a knowledgeable, coherent, and professional manner. Works to resolve conflict and promotes an open and honest environment for feedback and constructive criticism.

LEADERSHIP Provides direction and motivation and sets an example through open communication and modeling best practices. Provides appropriate advice, on- going feedback, support and resources to improve effectiveness of individuals and departments.

Qualifications: EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Good physical and mental health. Ability to read-comprehend reading and writing. Flexibility to perform varied responsibilities. Able to lift 30 lbs. or more.

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