Housekeeper-Part Time

Essential Job Functions 

• Carries out all cleaning duties as directed by the Maintenance Director according to required department policies and procedures.  

• Ensures that daily and deep cleaning schedules are adhered to. 

• Maintains a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene. 

• Ensures all cleaning equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe condition. Reports any defect to the Maintenance Director. 

• Practices sensitivity to the privacy and individual needs of the residents. 

• Adheres to infection control policies at all times. 

• Adheres to correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. 

• Ensures all necessary documentation is completed daily. 

• Carries out other duties as assigned by supervisor. 

• Dusts furniture, woodwork, equipment and dust-mops floors.  Polishes and cleans fixtures in rooms and bathrooms. 

• Operates environmental services equipment (e.g., vacuums, floor cleaners, buffers, shampooers, etc.). 

• Mops rooms, halls and other areas; shampoos rugs and furniture. 

• Cleans vents, fan fixtures, top of windows, door frames and other high surfaces. 

• Gathers and disposes of trash and waste materials using specified bags and containers. 

• Moves furniture and other heavy objects as required. 

• Performs terminal cleaning procedures of resident rooms and prepares rooms for new admissions; follows isolation procedures in isolation rooms.  

• Cleans and disinfects all fixtures, floors, mirrors, windows, doors and walls of bathrooms. 

• Makes supply packs for departments and puts linen stacks in linen closets for distribution.  Takes supply requests and delivers them. 

• Delivers linen to departments according to pre-established par levels and schedules. 

• Keeps work areas neat and orderly, cleans equipment and assists with other cleaning duties as assigned. 

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect.  Promotes and protects all residents’ rights. 

• Follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves. 

• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications. 

• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.   

• Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice and abilities.