Supervisor of Environmental Services

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Supervisor of Environmental Services you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Westside Hospital which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Florida Westside Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Supervisor of Environmental Services where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Environmental Services Supervisor is responsible for coordinating departmental activities through personnel resources. The position supervises work productivity of staff to ensure clean, orderly hospital image in public / work units / patient areas ensuring department’s quality standards are obtained. Assists the Department Manager in overall operation of staffing needs, problem solving concerns, and meet the hospital’s strategic growth plans. Completes evaluations of staff with the guidance of Manager. Instructs employees in all required hospital codes. Trains new employees on assigned duties. Completes daily rounds on floors and conducts quality checks on a daily basis. The position will attend Bed Board meetings and updates Bed Board status in the computer

· Round floors, closely monitor employees to obtain expected productivity levels as well as quality of work and ensure patient care centers are maintained to the highest levels in order to achieve optimum HCAPS scores.

· Responsible for conducting quality checks in all areas, patient rooms, and common areas.

· Responsible for daily departmental activities utilizing available resources.

· Attends Bed Board meetings to get a clear picture of census, discharges, admissions, and any other activity in the hospital.

· Assists in preparing daily assignments and adjusts routine when needed to ensure all areas are staffed and cleaned properly.

· Checks daily census and assigns staff accordingly to maximize productivity.

· Resolved problems arising from patient and staff complaints documenting action taken and communicates to the Director/Manger and fellow staff members.

· Communicates effectively with Nursing regarding staff assignments.

· Coordinates with the Nursing Supervisor to set priorities and redistribute work stemming from a high occurrence of transfers and discharges.

· Ensures that all areas are kept on a regular cleaning routine as documents by the position checklist.

· Records periodical projects including floor care and terminal cleaning.

· Evaluates patient care areas, office, etc. to prepare plans for special projects.

· Assists in keeping the department and supply room clean; helps to stock supplies and maintain adequate inventory levels.

· Ensures that equipment is issued and received at the beginning and end of each shift; ensures equipment is in good condition and cleaned.

· Ensures that all housekeeping equipment is properly stored when not in use.

· Maintains equipment log when repairs or monthly service occurs.

· Assists with general duties of the Environmental staff, when necessary to maximize the efforts of the department.

· Sets short-term and long-term goals for Environmental staff, both individually and as a group.

· Appropriately trains and orients new employees.

· Monitors employees time and attendance records and takes necessary steps to correct behavior which is in violation of hospital policy.

· Conducts annual training for employees by utilizing available information and audio visual aides

· Provides counseling when necessary to employees who violate hospital policy.

· Assists Director and Manager during monthly staff meetings by conducting classes, meetings, and/or training objectives.

· Makes independent decision within the confines of policies and procedures to ensure the duties of the department are carried out professionally and in an effort to de-escalate a situation which may be detrimental to the hospital.

· Demonstrates knowledge of, or ability to ascertain, information regarding but not limited to the following areas:

o TJC Standards

o OSHA Rules and Regulations.

o HRS rules and regulations

o Scheduling, forecasting, and resource utilization.

o Evaluation of chemicals and equipment.

o Difference between Quats and Phenol disinfectants.

o Procedures in floor care (carpet and tile)

· Responds to all emergencies when requested (which may not include issues specific to this department), noting problem, action taken, and recommendations to avoid a similar incident in the future.

· Assist with updating policies and procedures pertaining to cleaning procedures and the director in enforcing that employees are compliant with guidelines set forth by all regulatory agencies, especially issues related to environmental and safety management such as blood-borne pathogens, biomedical wasted transport and infection control.

· Other duties as assigned.

· High School Diploma or its equivalent, preferred.

Three years of supervisor experience in healthcare food and nutrition services preferred. 

No Travel Travel Required

No experience Required Years of Experience

This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).

HCA Florida Westside Hospital is a 250-bed medical center and healthcare complex. Our facility was founded in 1974. We offer the latest in minimally invasive spine and colorectal surgery. We are one of nine Joint Commission-certified centers in the United States for minimally invasive colorectal surgery. Our Comprehensive Stroke Center is certified by the Agency for Health Care Administration (ACHA). We are certified as a Thrombectomy Capable Center by the Joint Commission. We are a teaching and research facility. We offer Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs in podiatry, surgery, and internal medicine. We are committed to expanding and improving every facet of the organization. We devote significant time and resources to enhancing our facility, staff, and medical care. Our medical services and compassionate care, illustrate why we are one of the leading healthcare facilities in South Florida. At HCA Florida Westside Hospital, we care like family! Join our family-oriented team of more than 1,200 professionals and nearly 750 physicians.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.  In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Supervisor of Environmental Services opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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