Housekeeper/Evs Tech - Ltcc (Ft)

JOB TITLE: EVS Technician/Housekeeper, LTCC

DEPARTMENT: Environmental Services

STARTING WAGE WITH NO EXPERIENCE: $15.19/HOUR (+MORE DOE)

Job Summary

To 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 Requirements

Must be able to read, understand and follow simple directions. High school diploma or equivalent preferred

EXPERIENCE: Entry Level

Skills

Interest 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 residents’ rights while maintaining dignity and privacy for each individual resident.

Required Certifications

May be required to have a valid Wyoming driver’s license to perform cleaning duties in out-buildings.

Essential Functions

• Cleaning of all nurses’ stations, utilities, halls, carpet, conference rooms, bathing areas, hall restrooms, common areas & offices.
• Communication
• Cleaning of all ancillary departments in the LTCC building.
• Knowledge of chemicals, names & use/dilutions.
• Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets and where they are located.
• Carpet care.
• Completing & assisting with periodic work.
• Straightening the residents’ rooms, putting call bells within reach and removing soiled linen from rooms.
• Proper use of chemicals.
• Wearing of gloves, frequent hand-washing.
• Special requests.
• Other as needed or directed to do.
• Cleaning of all guest lobbies & restrooms.
• Assist in marking residents clothing and personal items.
• Patient identification.
• 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.
• Communication with patient regarding patient’s rights.
• Hard floor care.
• How to read & understand.
• Identify chemical by name.
• Follow standard precautions as set forth by OSHA and Hospital regulations.
• Wall washing/window washing.
• Use of other personal protection equipment.
• Need to familiarize self with the use & protection of equipment for bloodborne pathogens as states in the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
• 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 dining room & removal of trash.
• Understanding & following isolation procedures.
• Cleaning of all resident rooms and bathrooms using the 7-step method.

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