As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Department: 500716 Med ICU-Nursing/SMH Work Shift: Range: UR SEIU 024 H Compensation Range: $18.03 - $24.46 _The referenced pay range represents the first and last step pay rates for this job, as set forth in the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Individual pay will be set in accordance with terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement._ **Responsibilities:** Performs all general housekeeping, trash removal, food service, stocking of unit supplies, stocking of linen, securing equipment as needed, and transporting of patients as directed by the Nursing Staff. Schedule D/E/N; PRIMARY SHIFT DAYS; WKNDS; E/O HOLS Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY:áá Performs all general housekeeping, trash removal, food service, stocking of unit supplies, stocking of linen, securing equipment as needed, and transporting of patients as directed by the Nursing Staff. SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED:á None. MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED: Wet mop, floor polishing and buffing machines and equipment, upright and back-pack vacuum cleaning equipment, dry mop, dusters, sponges, pails, utility push and tray return carts, wheelchairs and other transport equipment, step ladder, microwave oven, coffee maker, ice machine, and other similar equipment. TYPICAL DUTIES: 1. - Cleans patient rooms daily; empties trash on unit; empties linen hampers on unit, and inserts new bags. - - - 2.á - Cleans nursing station halls, medication rooms, breakroom, and utility rooms daily (cleaning to include wiping of - - - - all counters/surfaces and equipment).- - 3.á - Communicates to Housekeeping department patient rooms requiring late discharge room cleaning, and discusses any - - - - special conditions with the Housekeeping Shift Supervisor.- 4.á - Observes patient unit floors for accidental spillage, and attends to the spillage in a timely fashion.- 5.á - Arranges for repair of any equipment identified as broken during routine cleaning duties, such as bed rails, overbed - tables, chairs, I.V. poles, etc.- 6.á - Serves patient meals and nourishments based on the current patient care order and updates dietary sheet frequently; - assists patients as needed in opening of containers, condiment packages, etc; removes dietary trays from patient rooms - and facilitates return of unit cart to designated dietary area; and provides ice/water to patients as needed (but at least - daily). 7.á - Provides for the safety of patients through communication with Nursing Staff as to which patients require hot beverages - to be removed from tray, which patients require draping prior to eating, and which patients require feeding. 8.á - Distributes and collects patient menus, and assists patients as needed in making dietary selections. 9.á - Communicates with personnel in the daily/weekly stocking of unit supplies according to established par levels; stocks - linen and ensures that adequate supplies are readily available. 10.- Empties linen hampers and inserts new linen hamper covers. 11.- Obtains and sets up equipment as needed and directed by Nursing Staff; may transport patients to discharge or tests, as - needed; and moves equipment from unit to unit as needed. QUALIFICATIONS: High School education with the ability to read, write and understand oral and written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to successfully complete a 6 week orientation/training program. **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. 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If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.