Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Training and Development
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Kent Hospital is a prominent healthcare facility located in Warwick, Rhode Island, operating under the Care New England Health System. Known for its commitment to advancing medical research and providing top-tier healthcare services, Kent Hospital plays a vital role within the community by delivering specialized medical care and patient-focused programs. As part of Care New England, which includes renowned institutions like Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, and The Providence Center, Kent Hospital benefits from shared expertise and resources dedicated to improving patient outcomes and fostering innovation in healthcare. The hospital is nationally recognized for attracting highly trained medical professionals and implementing programs designed to address important health discussions, contributing significantly to the region's medical advancements and community health welfare.
The Environmental Services Department at Kent Hospital is dedicated to maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment that supports the well-being of patients, staff, and visitors throughout all hospital departments and controlled areas. The department adheres to rigorous cleaning and disinfection standards to ensure a hygienic and attractive environment, vital for infection control and patient safety in a healthcare setting. This particular role of Housekeeper within the Environmental Services Department is a full-time position with evening shifts scheduled from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM every other week. The essential function of the Housekeeper is to uphold cleanliness and safety standards across patient rooms, nursing units, corridors, offices, and other hospital areas. Responsibilities extend beyond cleaning duties to include assisting with patient and specimen transport within the hospital, thereby contributing to operational efficiency and patient care support.
As a Housekeeper at Kent Hospital, the individual will engage directly with hospital staff and patients, providing essential support services that enhance the hospital experience. Duties include comprehensive cleaning tasks such as room discharge cleaning, terminal cleaning of operating rooms, linen and waste removal, and maintaining clear and hazard-free corridors. Additionally, the role involves logistical support functions like transporting patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed, delivering laboratory specimens and reports, moving medical equipment, and ensuring proper maintenance of nursing unit transport devices and supplies. The Housekeeper is also responsible for inventory management, assisting in training new employees, and addressing patient non-clinical needs with professionalism and compassion. This multifaceted position requires attention to detail, adherence to hospital policies, and a dedication to fostering a clean and safe healthcare environment.
Kent Hospital emphasizes inclusivity and equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The institution also upholds strict ethical standards aligning with its mission and values to provide quality healthcare with integrity. This role offers an opportunity for individuals seeking to contribute meaningfully to healthcare support services, working within a respected and dynamic hospital system committed to excellence and innovation in patient care.
The Environmental Services Department at Kent Hospital is dedicated to maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment that supports the well-being of patients, staff, and visitors throughout all hospital departments and controlled areas. The department adheres to rigorous cleaning and disinfection standards to ensure a hygienic and attractive environment, vital for infection control and patient safety in a healthcare setting. This particular role of Housekeeper within the Environmental Services Department is a full-time position with evening shifts scheduled from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM every other week. The essential function of the Housekeeper is to uphold cleanliness and safety standards across patient rooms, nursing units, corridors, offices, and other hospital areas. Responsibilities extend beyond cleaning duties to include assisting with patient and specimen transport within the hospital, thereby contributing to operational efficiency and patient care support.
As a Housekeeper at Kent Hospital, the individual will engage directly with hospital staff and patients, providing essential support services that enhance the hospital experience. Duties include comprehensive cleaning tasks such as room discharge cleaning, terminal cleaning of operating rooms, linen and waste removal, and maintaining clear and hazard-free corridors. Additionally, the role involves logistical support functions like transporting patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed, delivering laboratory specimens and reports, moving medical equipment, and ensuring proper maintenance of nursing unit transport devices and supplies. The Housekeeper is also responsible for inventory management, assisting in training new employees, and addressing patient non-clinical needs with professionalism and compassion. This multifaceted position requires attention to detail, adherence to hospital policies, and a dedication to fostering a clean and safe healthcare environment.
Kent Hospital emphasizes inclusivity and equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The institution also upholds strict ethical standards aligning with its mission and values to provide quality healthcare with integrity. This role offers an opportunity for individuals seeking to contribute meaningfully to healthcare support services, working within a respected and dynamic hospital system committed to excellence and innovation in patient care.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to work evening shifts from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM on alternating weeks
- Capability to perform physical cleaning and transport tasks
- Good communication skills
- Adherence to hospital policies and ethical standards
- Ability to maintain a safe and clean environment
- Willingness to assist with patient transport and non-clinical tasks
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
- Experience in a healthcare or hospital environment is an advantage
- Ability to follow hospital cleaning and safety protocols
- Good interpersonal skills for interacting with staff and patients
- Ability to operate hospital transport equipment safely
- Attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness and order
- Basic ability to assist in employee training and support
Job Duties
- Clean patients rooms and properly maintain all areas on the Nursing Unit including bed-making support for unoccupied patient beds, disposal of needle boxes, emptying laundry hampers, and ensuring that all corridors are clear of any obstruction
- Transport patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed within the hospital
- Assist patients into and out of automobiles using established procedures when discharging or transporting
- Place equipment in vehicle as necessary
- Transport deceased patients to the Hospital Morgue as required
- Deliver laboratory specimens, x-rays, lab reports, telephone requests, stockroom requisitions and other miscellaneous items and reports necessary to support nursing unit
- Move equipment on wheels such as hospital beds, carts, cardiac and geriatric chairs and supplies as instructed
- Transport medical equipment to place of patient discharge
- Wash and clean all nursing unit transport and medical equipment
- Maintain area, equipment and supplies in a neat, orderly and safe condition
- Alert appropriate personnel about any broken equipment or any maintenance needed
- Clean, wash, mop, vacuum and disinfect each discharge room for new admission
- Maintain inventory and prepare orders for all non-par stock items on the Nursing Unit
- Assist in the training of new employees in day to day procedures observing and enforcing all hospital policies, rules and regulations
- Address and meet all patient non-clinical needs as required
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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