UP TO $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

POSITION PURPOSE:
Performs day-to-day activities of the housekeeping department, in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing Fillmore County Hospital, as may be instructed by the housekeeping supervisor to ensure that the facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.
QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior housekeeping experience in a healthcare setting preferred

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Ability to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state regulations, safety rulings, operational and maintenance and organizational policies / procedures
• Ability to write reports and correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information to patients, families, employees, health care providers, etc...
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships with staff and health care providers
• Ability to work with skill in identifying problems; making frequent decisions regarding method of performance

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS:

• Calculator
• Computer and printer
• Fax and copy machine
• General office materials/supplies
• Information Systems
• Telephone system

SECURITY/ACCESS:

• Will have access to the facility 24 hours a day.
• Will have access to confidential information abiding by the organizations privacy policies and regulations concerning this information.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

1. Maintains standards of cleanliness in assigned areas as established by departmental policy.

• Sweeps, dust mops and wet mops floors: cleans, disinfects and deodorizes urinals, commodes, sinks, mirrors, water fountains, etc.
• Performs isolation cleaning and dismissal cleaning as assigned. Washes walls, Performs dusting (high, low, vertical and horizontal), washes walls and replenishes supplies.
• Collects trash and linens from assigned areas and deposit them in the appropriate place for pick-up or removal.
• Moves furniture such as beds, chairs tables, etc.
• Cleans office areas in accordance to policies.

2. Performs the day-to-day housekeeping functions, as assigned.

• Coordinates daily housekeeping services with nursing service, when performing routine cleaning assignments.
• Coordinates routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing services.
• Cleans patient rooms and furnishings.
• Assures that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
• Assures that an adequate supply of housekeeping supplies is maintained in utility/janitorial closet to perform daily tasks.
• Cleans work/supply carts, equipment, etc. as necessary/directed.

3. Follows established safety precautions when performing tasks, and when using equipment and supplies.

• Assures that established infection control practices are maintained when performing housekeeping procedures.
• Keeps work/assignment areas free of hazardous objects, such as protruding mop/broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.
• Assures that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored at all times, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, meal times, and the end of the work day.
• Reports all hazardous conditions or equipment to the housekeeping manager.
• Reports all accidents/incidents to the supervisor, no matter how minor they may be.

4. Makes productive use of equipment and supplies.

• Maintains assigned equipment in clean, operable condition.
• Keeps cart cleaned and stocked.

5. Follows HIPAA regulations and ensures that the confidentiality of patients medical, personal, financial records, employee records, and organizational records is maintained.
6. Participates in FCH committees, quality assurance, performance and quality improvement initiatives, and activities which support the facility and department operations.
7. Complies with the state and federal regulatory requirements related to the performance of FCH operations and requirements of the FCH Compliance Program. Including but not limited to:

• The Compliance Policy.
• Completes all on-line training annually and as assigned.
• All department and organization-wide policies.
• Considers the impact of regulations such as Critical Access Hospital requirements, along with Federal and State of Nebraska regulations and discusses concerns appropriately to ensure compliance.

8. Presents self in a professional manner and enhances professional growth and development through participation in education programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.

• Seeks opportunities for continued growth and performance improvement.
• Always maintains a professional appearance and manner.
• Dependable and completes work in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates an understanding and emphasis on quantity, quality and knowledge of duties and tasks.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Standards of Service Excellence

1. Abides by Fillmore County Hospitals Standards of Professional Courtesy and Respect which include:

• Communication & Interaction
• Customer Service & Respect
• Teamwork
• Telephone Communication
• Safety, Pride &Ownership
• Professional Appearance

2. Abides by Fillmore County Hospitals Core Values 1-12 which include:

• Authenticity
• Integrity
• Awareness
• Courage
• Perseverance
• Faith
• Purpose
• Vision
• Focus
• Enthusiasm
• Service
• Leadership

Visit myfch.org/careers to view full job description.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.19 - $16.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person

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