Housekeeping Worker Job at NEW POINT CAMPUS, Elizabeth, NJ

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  • NEW POINT CAMPUS
  • Elizabeth, NJ

Job Description

Job Overview:

The Housekeeping Worker is responsible for cleaning patient rooms, nursing units, clinical/waiting areas, rest rooms, elevators and corridors. In addition, this individual will sweep, mop, buff, and vacuum; perform other janitorial functions as instructed. The Housekeeping Worker will take lead in performing all phases of Environmental Services in the assigned unit and perform the specific tasks in the absence of a supervisor.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • 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

Preferred:

  • High School graduate or equivalent preferred
  • Experienced in Environmental service work, burnishing floors and cleaning equipment preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Shift working: 3:00pm-11:00pm
    • The department will need flexibility in availability to work the Day Shift: 7:00am-3:00pm

Essential Functions:

  • 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 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

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer



RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Local area, Shift work, Day shift,

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