Job Description

JOB TITLE: Housekeeper/EVS Technician, LTCCDEPARTMENT: Environmental Services**Minimum pay $15.19/hour (+more DOE)JOB SUMMARYTo maintain the Long Term Care Center interior and furnishings in a clean, aseptic and orderly fashion for the comfort and health of the residents, and ensuring a pleasant environment for visitors and staff.JOB REQUIREMENTSMust be able to read, understand and follow simple directions. High school diploma or equivalent preferredEXPERIENCE: Entry LevelSKILLSInterest in the welfare of the residents, able to make light conversation while working around the residents, visitors and staff. Must be able to work around unpleasant odors and illnesses. Maintain confidentiality of resident information and uphold all residentsxe2x80x99 rights while maintaining dignity and privacy for each individual resident.REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSMay be required to have a valid Wyoming driverxe2x80x99s license to perform cleaning duties in out-buildings.OFFERING A SIGN-ON BONUS!ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Clean all areas of an assignment given the department manager/supervisor, according to the policies and procedures as set forth by the Environmental Services Department and following State and Federal standards. This cleaning is to include but is not limited to the following as assigned by schedules.

• Cleaning of all resident rooms and bathrooms using the 7-step method.
• Straightening the residentsxe2x80x99 rooms, putting call bells within reach and removing soiled linen from rooms.
• Assist in marking residents clothing and personal items.
• Pack and have ready for removal possessions of a resident who has passed away, thoroughly clean the room and make the bed for a new admission as requested.
• Cleaning of all guest lobbies & restrooms.
• Cleaning of all nursesxe2x80x99 stations, utilities, halls, carpet, conference rooms, bathing areas, hall restrooms, common areas & offices.
• Cleaning of all ancillary departments in the LTCC building.
• Cleaning of dining room & removal of trash.
• Completing & assisting with periodic work.

• Wall washing/window washing.
• Carpet care.
• Hard floor care.
• Other as needed or directed to do.
• Communication

• Communication with patient regarding patientxe2x80x99s rights.
• Patient identification.
• Special requests.
• Follow standard precautions as set forth by OSHA and Hospital regulations.

• Wearing of gloves, frequent hand-washing.
• Use of other personal protection equipment.
• Understanding & following isolation procedures.
• Need to familiarize self with the use & protection of equipment for bloodborne pathogens as states in the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
• Knowledge of chemicals, names & use/dilutions.

• Identify chemical by name.
• Proper use of chemicals.
• Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets and where they are located.
• How to read & understand.

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