Housekeeper

Carle Health

United States, Illinois, Peoria

5409 Knoxville Avenue (Show on map)

Nov 27, 2024

Overview

To clean all public and patient areas in the medical center on a routine basis to provide a clean aesthetic environment. To perform special functions as assigned and required by the Environmental Services Coordinator.

Qualifications

Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Work may occasionally require travel to other facilities/hospitals.
required to drive your own vehicle for business purposes.

Responsibilities

Quality of Work* Follows all departmental cleaning procedures.* Observes and follows Safety and Sanitation guidelines.* Makes sure all areas are cleaned thoroughly and consistently with little or no discrepancies.* Strives to reach Patient Satisfaction goals.* Offers assistance to others when census in their area is low.* Utilizes Wet Floor signs. Wears appropriate PPE.* Performs turnover activities rapidly and accurately.* Uses downtime to improve unit appearance and accepts additional assignments.
Quantity of Work* Schedules is completed on a daily basis.* Completes project work assigned.* Initiates project work.* Seeks to perform outside of schedule.* Implements procedures to increase productivity.* Equipment properly maintained (vacuum bags and filters changed).* Keeps housekeeping closet, mop sink and cart neat and orderly.* Leaves carts stocked for the next day.
Job Knowledge/Problem Solving* Assess daily workflow and make changes as deemed necessary.* Maintains knowledge of duties, chemicals and equipment.* Resourcefulness and effectiveness in dealing with stressful situations and emergencies.* Adapts to all changing routines.* Maintains knowledge of location of various support areas.* Stays current on all inservices.
Teamwork* Supports the efforts of fellow employees through teamwork.* Coordinates efforts and cooperates with all levels of staff, inside and outside the department.* Accepts changing conditions, new procedures and direction from others.* Communicates with appropriate personnel within and outside the department.* Assists other department staff by volunteering, filling in and accepting additional work not normally part of the job.* Adheres to all policies and procedures.* Wears appropriate name badge and uniform according to department policies.* Attends and competencied on all inservices.* Adheres to the Absent/tardy to maintain their performance.