Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of a Supervisor, the housekeeping and laundry delivers efficient and effective care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction
He/she will function within the standards of practice as accorded by his/her Knowledge
Makes both occupied and unoccupied bed
Notifies licensed nurse if patient identification is missing
Answers call light or bell promptly, delivers messages, cleans areas of spillage or accidents;
Uses Standard precautions when caring for all patients
Adheres to Contact and/or Droplet Precautions as indicated;
Reports changes in patient's condition, patient/family concerns or complaints to charge nurse and/or supervisor;
Collects and bags soiled linen and delivers to dirty linen area;
Obtains clean linens and supplies from supply areas, cleans utility rooms, kitchen areas and all other nursing areas, as assigned;
Cleans patient equipment as assigned;
Assists with patient discharge as requested
Promotes a culture of safety to ensure a healthy practice and living environment;
Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices and preferences;
Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the concerns of staff, patients and families; POSITION TITLE: Housekeeping/Laundry Job Description: 03/22 Effective Date: 3/1/22 Revision Date: 3/2/22 Page: 2 of 4
Participates in quality improvement activities as requested;
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) at all times;
Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed
Performs other duties as requested
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of a Supervisor, the housekeeping and laundry delivers efficient and effective care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction. He/she will function within the standards of practice as accorded by his/her Knowledge. RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Makes both occupied and unoccupied bed
• Notifies licensed nurse if patient identification is missing
• Answers call light or bell promptly, delivers messages, cleans areas of spillage or accidents;
• Uses Standard precautions when caring for all patients. Adheres to Contact and/or Droplet Precautions as indicated;
• Reports changes in patient's condition, patient/family concerns or complaints to charge nurse and/or supervisor;
• Collects and bags soiled linen and delivers to dirty linen area;
• Obtains clean linens and supplies from supply areas, cleans utility rooms, kitchen areas and all other nursing areas, as assigned;
• Cleans patient equipment as assigned;
• Assists with patient discharge as requested
• Promotes a culture of safety to ensure a healthy practice and living environment;
• Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices and preferences;
• Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the concerns of staff, patients and families; POSITION TITLE: Housekeeping/Laundry Job Description: 03/22 Effective Date: 3/1/22 Revision Date: 3/2/22 Page: 2 of 4
• Participates in quality improvement activities as requested;
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) at all times;
• Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed
• Performs other duties as requested.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Housekeeping Aide position is now open for candidates interested in the Housekeeping Jobs sector. This role in Garnett offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Housekeeping Jobs is a plus.
