Housekeeping WorkerReq #:0000157675Category:HousekeepingStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:Trinitas Regional Medical CenterDepartment:Environmental ServicesLocation:WILLIAMSON STREET, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202Job Overview:TheHousekeeping Workeris responsible for cleaning patient rooms, nursing units, clinical/waiting areas, rest rooms, elevators and corridors. In addition, this individual will sweep, mop, buff, and vacuum; perform other janitorial functions as instructed. The Housekeeping Worker will take lead in performing all phases of Environmental Services in the assigned unit and perform the specific tasks in the absence of a supervisor.Qualifications:Required:
Ability to speak, write, read and understand the English language required
Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull a minimum of 50 lbs
Annual Hospital Mandatory Education Requirements
Preferred:
High School graduate or equivalent preferred
Experienced in Environmental service work, burnishing floors and cleaning equipment preferred
Scheduling Requirements:
Shift working: 7:00am-3:00pm with every other weekend
Essential Functions:
Performs timely patient room cleaning and provides cleaning support to the various departments
Cleans daily in all areas including discharge cleaning, patient room cleaning, cycle cleaning, office cleaning and all ancillary area cleaning to ensure the continuity and efficiency of patient care and daily operations
Refilling of dispensers in all required areas and collection of all receptacles
Completes project work as assigned which may include, but not limited wall washing, trash removal, biohazardous linens, and sharp container removal
Assists with Hospital emergency clean up
Actively participates in and accomplishes Patient Satisfaction initiatives to meet department goals
Adheres to all hospital safety standards in the use of chemicals, equipment and machinery and in clearly marking hazardous areas resulting from cleaning processes
Adheres to the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the hospital as well as regulatory bodies
Performs other duties as assigned or required
Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
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