EVS AIDE I ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES FULL-TIME NIGHTS SHIFT EVERY OTHER WEEKEND 21676

Bergen County Improvement Authority • Paramus, NJ

113d • $17

About The Position

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center! We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for an Environmental Services Aide I.

Requirements

• Housekeeping experience a plus but not required.
• Minimum of 1 year previous patient care experience preferred.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
• Must possess and maintain Heart Saver Certification.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Carries out all duties required to maintain optimum levels of cleanliness and disinfection in the patient care, ancillary, and public areas of the hospital.
• Completes responsibilities as assigned or directed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow the 5-Step Cleaning process and other Departmental processes to perform cleaning duties.
• Operates all cleaning equipment and supplies used by department for various cleaning or buffing jobs.
• Moves heavy objects such as beds, desks, and copy machines for cleaning purposes.
• Identifies medical waste from regular waste and disposes of it appropriately following hospital regulations.
• Performs hand hygiene before and after transport of a patient.
• Escorts patients within the Medical Center to and from patient units via appropriate means of transportation.
• Assists Nursing with lifting patients when requested.
• Transports deceased patients or residents to the morgue.
• Maintains records of assignments, including description of person/item, time of pick-up and delivery.
• Ensures safety and comfort of patients during transport.
• Keeps equipment clean and in good repair.
• Participates in mandatory educational and in-service programs.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center's Code of Conduct.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy including ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED