Porter

Lanessa Extended Care, located in Webster, is a dedicated healthcare facility specializing in providing compassionate and comprehensive care to its residents. As a part of the broader extended care and nursing home sector, Lanessa Extended Care prides itself on maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment, prioritizing the wellbeing and comfort of its residents. The organization operates with a team-oriented approach where every member plays a vital role in ensuring the facility meets high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, which is paramount in healthcare settings. Lanessa Extended Care values diversity and equal opportunity, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to join. The facility also adheres strictly to federal and state vaccination guidelines to protect both residents and staff.

We are currently hiring a full-time Porter/Floor Care team member to join our dynamic housekeeping and care team. This role offers a steady 6 am to 2 pm schedule and pays a competitive weekly rate of $17 per hour. The Porter/Floor Care position is essential in supporting the housekeeping department in its day-to-day operations to uphold the cleanliness and safety of the facility. The individual in this role will perform various duties such as wet mopping floors, shampooing carpets, buffing floors, cleaning residents' rooms, and ensuring that all housekeeping areas are orderly and sanitary. Proper maintenance extends to disinfecting bed rails, cleaning furniture, windows, and mirrors, and addressing spills immediately to prevent slip hazards. The role also includes performing scheduled floor refinishing tasks like stripping, sealing, and buffing to uphold the floor’s integrity and appearance.

This position is well-suited for candidates who are eager to learn, as no prior experience is mandatory, with on-the-job training provided. However, having at least one year of housekeeping experience in a nursing home or similar medical environment is preferred. The role requires a candidate who communicates effectively and tactfully interacts with residents, family members, visitors, and staff, while respecting privacy practices and residents' health information. The ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions carefully, and accept constructive feedback is critical for success in this position.

As a vital member of the housekeeping team, the Porter/Floor Care professional helps maintain a pleasant living environment that promotes the health and safety of residents and visitors alike. The job demands attention to detail in sanitation inspections, safeguarding the proper use and care of supplies and equipment, and upholding all safety protocols. In addition to the routine tasks, the role may involve other duties assigned by the managerial team that contribute to the smooth operation of the facility.

Lanessa Extended Care offers numerous benefits to eligible team members, such as competitive and weekly pay, holiday and overtime pay, career advancement opportunities, and an exclusive employer discount program. Additional benefits include employer-paid life insurance, personal days, a 401(k) plan with employer match, vacation and personal time, and health, dental, and vision insurance. Lanessa Extended Care stands out as a supportive employer committed to the welfare of its staff and residents, making it an attractive place to build a rewarding career in healthcare support services.