Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.88
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
flexible schedule
Professional Development
Job Description
Trinitas Regional Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare institution located in Elizabeth, New Jersey, dedicated to providing high-quality medical care and services to the surrounding community. As part of RWJBarnabas Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in New Jersey, Trinitas Regional Medical Center combines advanced technology with compassionate care to support patients and their families. The medical center offers a variety of specialized services across multiple departments, including emergency care, surgery, maternity, and environmental services, with a strong commitment to patient satisfaction and safety.
The role of Housekeeping Worker at Trinitas Regional Medical Center falls under the Environmental Services Department and is crucial to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This position is per diem and involves evening shifts, providing flexibility for part-time workers or those seeking supplemental income. The pay rate for this position is $17.88 per hour, recognizing the importance of this role within the hospital.
The Housekeeping Worker is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, nursing units, clinical and waiting areas, restrooms, elevators, and corridors to ensure a hygienic and organized facility. The role requires performing a variety of janitorial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, buffing floors, and vacuuming. Workers are expected to take the initiative to lead environmental service activities in the assigned unit in the absence of a supervisor, highlighting the importance of reliability and attention to detail.
The position demands adherence to hospital safety standards and protocols, including the proper use and handling of chemicals and equipment. It also involves participating in patient satisfaction initiatives and responding promptly to emergency cleanup situations within the hospital. The Housekeeping Worker must demonstrate the ability to follow regulatory policies and maintain a clean, health-compliant environment that supports the overall patient care experience.
In addition to routine cleaning responsibilities, the Housekeeping Worker will engage in project work such as wall washing, trash removal, handling biohazardous linens, and sharp container disposal. These duties require a vigilant approach to safety and hygiene, essential in preventing infection and promoting a safe healing environment.
This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds. Candidates must also have proficiency in English for effective communication and comprehension of safety instructions, policies, and procedures. A commitment to ongoing hospital education and compliance with mandatory training sessions is also part of the employment expectations.
Trinitas Regional Medical Center values employees who bring experience in environmental services or related cleaning fields, particularly those skilled in floor care techniques such as burnishing. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the quality of care through environmental cleanliness, supporting both clinical operations and patient comfort.
By joining the Environmental Services team, the Housekeeping Worker becomes an integral part of the hospital's mission to deliver exceptional healthcare. The role is dynamic, requiring adaptability, teamwork, and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness to promote patient safety and satisfaction. Per diem scheduling with evening shifts offers flexibility for applicants pursuing various personal or professional schedules.
At Trinitas Regional Medical Center, every employee’s contribution is valued, and the Housekeeping Worker plays a vital role in the daily operations and overall hospital environment, ensuring a positive experience for everyone who walks through the doors.
The role of Housekeeping Worker at Trinitas Regional Medical Center falls under the Environmental Services Department and is crucial to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This position is per diem and involves evening shifts, providing flexibility for part-time workers or those seeking supplemental income. The pay rate for this position is $17.88 per hour, recognizing the importance of this role within the hospital.
The Housekeeping Worker is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, nursing units, clinical and waiting areas, restrooms, elevators, and corridors to ensure a hygienic and organized facility. The role requires performing a variety of janitorial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, buffing floors, and vacuuming. Workers are expected to take the initiative to lead environmental service activities in the assigned unit in the absence of a supervisor, highlighting the importance of reliability and attention to detail.
The position demands adherence to hospital safety standards and protocols, including the proper use and handling of chemicals and equipment. It also involves participating in patient satisfaction initiatives and responding promptly to emergency cleanup situations within the hospital. The Housekeeping Worker must demonstrate the ability to follow regulatory policies and maintain a clean, health-compliant environment that supports the overall patient care experience.
In addition to routine cleaning responsibilities, the Housekeeping Worker will engage in project work such as wall washing, trash removal, handling biohazardous linens, and sharp container disposal. These duties require a vigilant approach to safety and hygiene, essential in preventing infection and promoting a safe healing environment.
This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds. Candidates must also have proficiency in English for effective communication and comprehension of safety instructions, policies, and procedures. A commitment to ongoing hospital education and compliance with mandatory training sessions is also part of the employment expectations.
Trinitas Regional Medical Center values employees who bring experience in environmental services or related cleaning fields, particularly those skilled in floor care techniques such as burnishing. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the quality of care through environmental cleanliness, supporting both clinical operations and patient comfort.
By joining the Environmental Services team, the Housekeeping Worker becomes an integral part of the hospital's mission to deliver exceptional healthcare. The role is dynamic, requiring adaptability, teamwork, and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness to promote patient safety and satisfaction. Per diem scheduling with evening shifts offers flexibility for applicants pursuing various personal or professional schedules.
At Trinitas Regional Medical Center, every employee’s contribution is valued, and the Housekeeping Worker plays a vital role in the daily operations and overall hospital environment, ensuring a positive experience for everyone who walks through the doors.
Job Requirements
- Ability to speak, write, read and understand the English language required
- must be able to lift, carry, push and pull a minimum of 50 lbs
- annual hospital mandatory education requirements
Job Qualifications
- Ability to speak, write, read and understand the English language
- experienced in environmental service work, burnishing floors and cleaning equipment preferred
- annual hospital mandatory education requirements
Job Duties
- Performs timely patient room cleaning and provides cleaning support to the various departments
- cleans daily in all areas including discharge cleaning, patient room cleaning, cycle cleaning, office cleaning and all ancillary area cleaning to ensure the continuity and efficiency of patient care and daily operations
- refilling of dispensers in all required areas and collection of all receptacles
- completes project work as assigned which may include, but not limited to wall washing, trash removal, biohazardous linens, and sharp container removal
- assists with hospital emergency clean up
- actively participates in and accomplishes patient satisfaction initiatives to meet department goals
- adheres to all hospital safety standards in the use of chemicals, equipment and machinery and in clearly marking hazardous areas resulting from cleaning processes
- adheres to the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the hospital as well as regulatory bodies
- performs other duties as assigned or required
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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