Fairview

Housekeeper/Laundry

Groton, CT

About This Job

Fairview, founded in 1892, is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to providing exceptional services to the senior population. We are affiliated with the fraternal order of The Odd Fellows. With a rich history and a commitment to quality care, Fairview offers a unique and fulfilling work environment. On our current 35-acre campus, we have a 100-bed skilled nursing facility, 20 apartment buildings called Fellowship Manor and forty (40) cottage homes known as Thames Edge. Fairview is one of 23 CCRC's (Life Plan Communities) in the state of CT. There are approximately 1,500 CCRC's

We are seeking a Per Diem Housekeeper/Laundry Person for our Nursing Home

The primary purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping/ Laundry Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Laundry/ Housekeeping Supervisor, to assure that Fairview is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.

Administrative Functions

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Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor promptly, no matter the severity.

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Report immediately to your supervisor any emergency residents in apartment or houses.

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Be knowledgeable of and support the facility corporate compliance plan.

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Fill-out discharge turnover checklist to turn into supervisor as necessary

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Strives to meet department strategic goals.

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Attend and participate in in-service educational classes, quarterly in-services and on-the-job training programs as directed.

Equipment and Supply Functions

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Ensure that an adequate supply of cleaning supplies are maintained on cart and in stock to meet daily assignment executions.

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Perform routine maintenance timely.

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Keep supervisor informed of supply needs.

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Report equipment breakdowns/supply needs promptly.

Safety and Sanitation

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Dispose of refuse property.

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Monitor work areas and keep free of hazardous conditions.

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Use proper safety devices when handling infectious material; wear and/or use safety equipment or ask for help when lifting heavy objects.

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Follow established hand washing procedures.

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Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.

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Follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious waste.

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Handle and mix chemicals properly.

Housekeeping Services

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Execute day to day housekeeping assignments efficiently and effectively in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

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Perform isolation cleaning and discard of refuse in appropriate containers.

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Work with maintenance department to identify room needs

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Discard trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacles.

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Ensure that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies are properly stored at all times to limit risk of injury.

Laundry Services

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Perform day-to-day laundry functions as assigned.

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Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.

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Perform assigned tasks in accordance with established laundry procedures.

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Collect linen, garments, etc., and place in appropriate containers or assigned areas.

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Wash soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., in accordance with established procedures.

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Fold, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., to residents daily and/or as instructed.

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Clean floors, including damp/wet mopping.

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Keep walls clean by washing, wiping, spot cleaning, disinfecting.

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Remove dirt dust, grease, film, etc., from equipment or floor surfaces, using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions.

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Discard waste/trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with plastic liner.

Physical Demands

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Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.

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Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

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Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

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Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.

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Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.

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Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.

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Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 lbs

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May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

Specific Requirements

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Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

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Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas.

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Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.

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Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

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Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.

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Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.

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Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

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Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

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