Housekeeping- Prn, Batesville

Job Duties
Provides safe clean environment The Aide I:
Utilizes equipment, supplies and warning signs to ensure clean, safe environment
Responds appropriately in emergency codes and situations
Responds appropriately to hazardous material spills
Operates laundry equipment following set guidelines to ensure clean safe environment
Routine procedures The Aide I:
Completes routine cleaning assignments thoroughly and within deadlines
Completes discharges using time management skills
Maintains infection control and safe work habits
Performs wet/dry mop procedures correctly
Cleans patient rooms, toilets, ancillary areas, support areas, offices, windows, doors, blinds and maintains the laundry cleanliness as scheduled
Performs terminal cleaning as assigned
Washes linen, maintains wash room areas, provides a clean and productive flow of linen to finishing departments
Weighs and sorts soiled linen for proper wash load
Properly maintain chemicals supply to washers and reports problems as they occur
Accountability The Aide I:
Works independently, with evidence of time management
Keeps supervisor informed
Remains accessible at all times and notifies supervisor when leaving assigned area
Reads memorandums and initials as posted on departmental bulletin boards
Utilizes cost containment practices
Performs other duties as assigned
Policy and procedure The Aide I:
Follows hospital and department policy
Meets WRMC's attendance expectations as defined in the Human Resources Policy/Procedure Manual
Adheres to WRMC's Dress Code Policy
Interpersonal relations The Aide I:
Communicates effectively at all levels
Use AIDET in approaching all customers
Maintains positive public image
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times
General education The Aide I:
Attends all required education
Attends 75% of departmental meetings
Education:
Must be able to read, write, and perform simple math.
High School diploma or GED preferred.
Experience:
Previous related experience is desirable
Concern for detail cleaning and attention is required
Good vision is required
Access Authorization:
White River Health System will maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its information systems containing electronic patient health information.
In keeping with this policy all positions requiring access to Electronic Patient Health Information hall be identified.
Licensure/Certification:
None require
Physical requirements/skills:
Performs routine repetitive tasks on a continuous basis
Involves some duties outside building e.g. windows, entrances
Involves prolonged walking, standing, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders
Able to push, pull and/or lift up to 50 pounds and operate all equipment
Involves strenuous activity throughout shift; light duty performance is not available
Able to withstand prolonged contact with water and cleaning agents
Able to work flexible hours and weekends as needed
Possible exposure to biological, chemical, and infectious hazardous materials
Essentials:
Must be able to report to work fit for duty and free of any adverse effects of illegal drugs, medical marijuana, prescription medication, and/or alcohol.
Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with other individuals.