Housekeeper and Floor Tech

The hiring entity is a professional healthcare facility based in Lincoln, NE, specializing in providing comprehensive care services to its residents. The facility is recognized for maintaining high standards in resident care and hygiene, ensuring a safe and comforting environment for both residents and staff. This establishment values professionalism and teamwork, aiming to foster a supportive and efficient workplace culture within its Housekeeping Department. The position offered is full-time, presenting an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about maintaining cleanliness and supporting health and safety in a healthcare setting.

The role available is for a Housekeeping/Laundry Aide, reporting directly to the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor. This position is crucial in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the facility. The aide will be responsible for cleaning resident rooms, common areas, and bathrooms adhering strictly to the facility's standards, infection control policies, and safety regulations. Additionally, the role involves laundering linens and personal clothing of residents, ensuring all items are cleaned, sorted, folded, and distributed properly. The position requires the use of appropriate chemicals and cleaning solutions safely and efficiently, handling cleaning equipment, and following specific infection control and isolation cleaning procedures meticulously.

Working hours for this role are from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., including every other weekend, facilitating a structured and routine schedule for applicants. This full-time opportunity involves significant interaction with residents and colleagues, requiring a respectful and courteous attitude at all times. The Housekeeping/Laundry Aide plays an essential role in resident satisfaction by contributing to their comfort and health through meticulous cleaning efforts and efficient laundry operations.

Candidates can expect to perform a variety of tasks such as dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and sanitizing surfaces; managing housekeeping carts and storage areas; operating laundry machines; and identifying and reporting maintenance or repair needs. Safety and infection control are paramount, with the aide adhering to all facility guidelines to prevent contamination and maintain a hygienic environment. This position demands physical stamina, including the ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally, and requires specific vision abilities such as close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Applicants should be prepared for occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, hazardous chemicals, microbial bacteria, and infectious agents, reflecting the healthcare nature of the environment.

Overall, this Housekeeping/Laundry Aide position is ideal for those who enjoy contributing to health and safety through cleaning and laundry work and who are motivated by the prospect of helping maintain a welcoming, orderly, and hygienic living space for residents in a healthcare setting. The role emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and a detail-oriented approach to facility maintenance, offering a meaningful career path within the healthcare industry.