Housekeeper

HOUSEKEEPER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform specific cleaning and custodial tasks in the general upkeep, sanitation, and cleanliness of the hospital.
• Disinfect rooms, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and supplies, using appropriate processes and germicides for cleaning equipment. 
• Perform other housekeeping duties, such as move and arrange furniture, turn mattresses, clean kitchens, cooking utensils, silverware, sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors as needed.
• Launder soiled linens as directed.
• Properly clean and store all equipment and supplies after each shift.
• Prepare rooms for meetings, arrange decorations, and furniture for hospital functions.

• Responsible for stocking of supplies as needed.

• Follows all infection control measures.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in housekeeping in a commercial, clinical or healthcare environment preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training is provided as part of new hire orientation).