Summary:

Performs various cleaning functions in assigned work area following established policies and
procedures necessary to maintain the hospital in a sanitary attractive and orderly condition. Other related duties as assigned/p>

 

Responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms and other areas effectively
Utilizes the ten step cleaning approach to deliver a clean and safe environment.
Shower rooms are cleaned disinfected and aesthetically maintained
Utility rooms and hampers are cleaned disinfected and maintained appropriately
Water is changed after cleaning a maximum of three rooms or when water is visibly soiled
Maintains the housekeeping cart in a clean neat order
Stocks up housekeeping cart for the next shift
Insures all working equipment is cleaned and polished
Commodes are properly cleaned and disinfected
Paper band is placed around commode seat after cleaning to indicate cleanliness and readiness for patient utilization
IV poles are cleaned and disinfected properly
Patient chairs and furniture is disinfected and aesthetically cleaned
Notifies supervisor of damaged furniture soiled curtains or other areas that need attention
Exercises protective equipment controls when dealing with bloodborne pathogens
Wears protective equipment to ensure own safety when handling blood and bloody fluids
Complies with guidelines in the handling and disposal of infectious waste
Follows proper procedure on the cleaning and disinfecting of contaminated areas


Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients families visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional responsible and courteous environment.

Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures values beliefs and ages utilizing interpreters when needed.


Performs other duties as assigned

 

Other information:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to follow oral and written directions

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED preferred. Elementary-level required

 

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status.   Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

 

Location: Morton Hospital USA:MA:Taunton

 

Work Type: Part Time

 

Shift: Shift 1

 

Union: SEIUM

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