What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laundry aide position at Generations Healthcare?
Description
Position at Arbor Hills Nursing Center
Laundry Assistant
Full time : AM or PM shifts (Full Time)
Wage : $16-$18 / hr DOE
Arbor Hills Skilled Nursing and Rehab is in search of a Laundry Worker to join our team.
The primary purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Laundry Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator and / or the Director of Housekeeping Services, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner and that an adequate supply of linen is on hand at all times to meet the needs of the residents.
- Coordinate daily laundry services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials.
- Perform day-to-day laundry functions as assigned.
- Perform assigned tasks in accordance with established laundry procedures.
- Collect, sort, and weigh soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and place in appropriate containers or assigned areas.
- Sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and separate those items that require special stain removal / treatment.
- Sort, count, and wash soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., in accordance with established procedures.
- Press / iron garments as instructed.
- Fold, count, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., to residents daily and / or as instructed.
- Discard sharps into designated containers.
- Follow established handwashing procedures.
- Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to your supervisor.
- Ensure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing laundry procedures.
Benefits :
We offer a competitive salary, rewarding healthcare benefits, and excellent career growth opportunities.
Qualifications :
- No experience required. On-the-job training provided.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel, and the general public.
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of laundry areas, for sanitation, order, and safety.
Generations Healthcare’s Mission :
Generations Healthcare was founded upon the belief that caring for the sick, the elderly, and the infirm is a special and sacred stewardship.
It is our mission to have this belief reflected in everything we do : in the presentation of our homes, in the professionalism of our staff, and in the daily delivery of care to our residents and their families.
It is our purpose that whoever enters a Generations home will be met with kindness, competence, and compassion.
We invite you to make a difference in the lives of others and our residents, who represent a Lifetime of Memories, a Lifetime of Care, and a Lifetime of Love.
Last updated : 2024-07-02
Salary : $16 - $18
