NHC HealthCare Sparta
PURPOSE:
This position is responsible for the cleanliness of the patient rooms, patient areas and hallways.
This position is also responsible for sorting out dirty laundry, loading and unloading washing machine and dryer and folding center linens.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Laundry Supervisor, Housekeeping Supervisor
Qualifications:
Must be able to read Standard English.
Must be able to operate standard and commercial laundry machinery.
Must be able to understand and follow instructions.
Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with patients, families, fellow employees and visitors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Able to be on feet 7-8 hours a dayAble to stoop, kneel, bend, and climb, depending on jobAble to lift 20 to 25 pounds frequentlyAble to lift 50 to 75 pounds occasionallyAble to move heavy (75 to 100 pound) furniture occasionallyAble to see, hear and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibilityAble to work with standard cleaning chemicalsAble to pull and push wet laundry (50 - 75 pounds) from washing machine.
DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Are determined by the center and may include, but are not limited to the following:
Report to laundry at the assigned time and gather dirty laundry as instructed.
Load washers with dirty linens and prepare linen for morning change.
Keep dirty linen separate from clean linen at all times.
Check water temperature of each washing machine to be sure it is at least 150 .
Clean all lint traps in accordance with center policy or at least once per shift.
Check levels of laundry detergents, softeners and bleach are checked and that center policy is followed for refilling.
Keep floors, walls and equipment are kept clean.
Remove clean laundry from washer and load dryer, making sure that clean laundry does not touch the floor.
Operate washing machines and dryers are operated in accordance with manufacturer's and center's policy and procedures.
Removed dry clothes from dryer, fold and store in accordance with center policy.
Inform supervisor of any problems with equipment so that repairs can be made.
Shut down all equipment in laundry in accordance with center policy when fire alarm sounds.
Be familiar with and follow all federal, state and center policies and procedures.
Work safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agents.
Clean patient bathrooms including sinks, toilets, tubs and showersEmpty garbage cans in patient rooms, patient bathrooms, activity areas and other areas throughout the centerClean patient rooms, including mopping and/or buffing floors, dusting furniture both on top and underneathClean hallways, sweeping up debris, mopping, stripping and buffing following company and center policies and proceduresClean walls, furniture and equipment, as needed, to provide a clean pleasant environment for patients, staff and visitorsWork safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agentsFollow established cleaning schedulesOther duties which may be assigned from time to time.
National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care.
Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages.
We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.
The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge innovation and improvement teamwork and collaboration and honesty and integrity.
All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.
If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.
com/careers We look forward to talking with you!! EOE About the Company:
NHC HealthCare Sparta.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This position is responsible for the cleanliness of the patient rooms, patient areas and hallways.
This position is also responsible for sorting out dirty laundry, loading and unloading washing machine and dryer and folding center linens.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Laundry Supervisor, Housekeeping Supervisor
Qualifications:
Must be able to read Standard English.
Must be able to operate standard and commercial laundry machinery.
Must be able to understand and follow instructions.
Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with patients, families, fellow employees and visitors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Able to be on feet 7-8 hours a dayAble to stoop, kneel, bend, and climb, depending on jobAble to lift 20 to 25 pounds frequentlyAble to lift 50 to 75 pounds occasionallyAble to move heavy (75 to 100 pound) furniture occasionallyAble to see, hear and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibilityAble to work with standard cleaning chemicalsAble to pull and push wet laundry (50 - 75 pounds) from washing machine.
DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Are determined by the center and may include, but are not limited to the following:
Report to laundry at the assigned time and gather dirty laundry as instructed.
Load washers with dirty linens and prepare linen for morning change.
Keep dirty linen separate from clean linen at all times.
Check water temperature of each washing machine to be sure it is at least 150 .
Clean all lint traps in accordance with center policy or at least once per shift.
Check levels of laundry detergents, softeners and bleach are checked and that center policy is followed for refilling.
Keep floors, walls and equipment are kept clean.
Remove clean laundry from washer and load dryer, making sure that clean laundry does not touch the floor.
Operate washing machines and dryers are operated in accordance with manufacturer's and center's policy and procedures.
Removed dry clothes from dryer, fold and store in accordance with center policy.
Inform supervisor of any problems with equipment so that repairs can be made.
Shut down all equipment in laundry in accordance with center policy when fire alarm sounds.
Be familiar with and follow all federal, state and center policies and procedures.
Work safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agents.
Clean patient bathrooms including sinks, toilets, tubs and showersEmpty garbage cans in patient rooms, patient bathrooms, activity areas and other areas throughout the centerClean patient rooms, including mopping and/or buffing floors, dusting furniture both on top and underneathClean hallways, sweeping up debris, mopping, stripping and buffing following company and center policies and proceduresClean walls, furniture and equipment, as needed, to provide a clean pleasant environment for patients, staff and visitorsWork safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agentsFollow established cleaning schedulesOther duties which may be assigned from time to time.
National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care.
Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages.
We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.
The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge innovation and improvement teamwork and collaboration and honesty and integrity.
All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.
If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.
com/careers We look forward to talking with you!! EOE About the Company:
NHC HealthCare Sparta.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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