Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Fixed Shifts
Job Description
CharterCARE Health of Rhode Island, Inc is a reputable healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and support within its facilities. Known for its commitment to creating a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff, CharterCARE emphasizes quality service and patient comfort across its healthcare centers. The organization values teamwork, professionalism, and compassionate care, fostering a work culture where every employee plays a critical role in enhancing patient experiences and supporting clinical operations.
This full-time Housekeeping position, classified under the 8440-Housekeeping job code, offers a regular schedule with shifts from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, covering 64 to 80 hours per two-week period. The role is integral to maintaining the cleanliness and safety of patient care areas, ensuring a sanitary environment that meets healthcare standards and supports infection control protocols.
The Housekeeper will be responsible for providing a clean, safe, and attractive environment throughout the patient care areas. Duties include cleaning and disinfecting rooms daily, especially after patient discharge, as well as after transporting supplies from Central Services. The role also involves assisting with the delivery of patient food trays to various care areas, ensuring timely and efficient support to patients’ needs. The employee may help transport patients and supplies as required, maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment necessary to fulfill patient care demands.
Additionally, the Housekeeper will assist patients and facilitate communication by picking up visitors and hospital staff as needed, contributing to a smooth flow of patient care within the center. It is essential for the individual in this position to possess excellent interpersonal skills, comfort in working with the public, and the ability to communicate effectively in English at a basic level.
The role serves as a crucial support function in the healthcare system, enhancing patient comfort and safety while ensuring that the patient care environment remains clean and well-maintained. Preference is given to candidates with experience in hospital settings, household services, custodial work, janitorial services, food handling, transporting patients and supplies, and disinfecting equipment using detergents and disinfecting solutions.
Candidates with a high school diploma and current Family and Friends CPR certification are preferred, indicating readiness to respond to patient needs promptly and safely. This position is perfect for those who take pride in contributing to a healthcare organization’s operational excellence, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and possess a strong customer service orientation. This role will help maintain the high standards of cleanliness and patient satisfaction that CharterCARE Health of Rhode Island is known for.
This full-time Housekeeping position, classified under the 8440-Housekeeping job code, offers a regular schedule with shifts from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, covering 64 to 80 hours per two-week period. The role is integral to maintaining the cleanliness and safety of patient care areas, ensuring a sanitary environment that meets healthcare standards and supports infection control protocols.
The Housekeeper will be responsible for providing a clean, safe, and attractive environment throughout the patient care areas. Duties include cleaning and disinfecting rooms daily, especially after patient discharge, as well as after transporting supplies from Central Services. The role also involves assisting with the delivery of patient food trays to various care areas, ensuring timely and efficient support to patients’ needs. The employee may help transport patients and supplies as required, maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment necessary to fulfill patient care demands.
Additionally, the Housekeeper will assist patients and facilitate communication by picking up visitors and hospital staff as needed, contributing to a smooth flow of patient care within the center. It is essential for the individual in this position to possess excellent interpersonal skills, comfort in working with the public, and the ability to communicate effectively in English at a basic level.
The role serves as a crucial support function in the healthcare system, enhancing patient comfort and safety while ensuring that the patient care environment remains clean and well-maintained. Preference is given to candidates with experience in hospital settings, household services, custodial work, janitorial services, food handling, transporting patients and supplies, and disinfecting equipment using detergents and disinfecting solutions.
Candidates with a high school diploma and current Family and Friends CPR certification are preferred, indicating readiness to respond to patient needs promptly and safely. This position is perfect for those who take pride in contributing to a healthcare organization’s operational excellence, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and possess a strong customer service orientation. This role will help maintain the high standards of cleanliness and patient satisfaction that CharterCARE Health of Rhode Island is known for.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma preferred
- Current Family and Friends CPR certification preferred
- 1-3 months experience in hospital or related setting preferred
- Ability to speak, read, and write English at fifth grade level
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work full time shifts from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm
- Ability to perform physical tasks related to housekeeping and patient transport
- Reliable and punctual
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma preferred
- Current Family and Friends CPR certification preferred
- 1-3 months experience in a hospital setting preferred
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Understanding of customer service
- Ability to communicate in English at a fifth grade level
- Experience in housekeeping, custodial, or janitorial services preferred
- Experience in food handling and transporting patients and supplies preferred
- Experience with disinfecting containers and equipment
Job Duties
- Provide patients with a clean, safe, and attractive environment
- Deliver patient food trays to patient care areas
- Transport patients and supplies as needed
- Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment
- Assist patients, visitors, and hospital staff as needed
- Perform patient comfort duties to support patient care flow
- Clean and disinfect patient care areas daily and after discharge
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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