Maintain assigned areas in a sanitary, orderly, safe and attractive condition.
Responsibilities
Cleaning
Cleans assigned areas using appropriate cleaning solutions and disinfectants:
Dry mops and wet mops non-carpet floors.
Vacuums carpeted floors, stairs and stairwells.
Maintains all entries to hospital, ensuring safety and cleanliness.
Washes furnishings and equipment.
Dusts windowsills, blinds, furniture and all other areas requiring dusting.
Empties all trash receptacles and replaces with new bags. Transport all trash to compactor and discarded cardboard to the appropriate recycling receptacle.
Scours and polishes sink, showers, toilets, mirrors, and similar equipment, and replenishes supplies of soap, paper towels, and other disposable items.
Washes walls, ceiling vents and windows.
Makes beds with clean linens in prescribed manner. Cleans bed units at discharge and when exchanging rooms.
Notifies supervisor when supplies are low.
Notifies supervisor of work orders, mechanical failures and unsafe conditions.
Assists laundry staff with collection, folding, and delivery of laundry, as needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Housekeeping experience in a hospital/health care facility preferred.