HOUSEKEEPER II (FULL-TIME, NIGHTS)

Riverside Healthcare•Kankakee, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper II is responsible for performing a wide range of specialized and routine cleaning duties to maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment within the hospital. This role involves cleaning patient rooms, operating rooms, laboratories, and other critical areas requiring a higher standard of cleanliness and infection control. The Housekeeper II is expected to have a strong understanding of hospital cleaning protocols, handle more complex housekeeping tasks, and assist in training and mentoring less experienced staff.

Requirements

Physical ability to perform tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Exposure to chemicals (Refer to SDS Sheets).
Occasional exposure to blood and body fluids during cleaning procedures.
Occasional exposure to TB or airborne pathogens during cleaning procedures.
Speech: Required to communicate with supervisor and patients.
Vision: Ability to see soiled carpet, digital pager messages, assignments, etc.
Smell: Ability to detect foul odors, helpful to note presence of electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, voice pager messages.
Touch: Ability to feel heat or cold with hands.
Sit: 0% of the time.
Twist: 6% of the time.
Stand: 33% of the time.
Crawl: 1% of the time.
Walk: 33% of the time.
Kneel: 5% of the time.
Lift: 6% of the time.
Drive: 0% of the time.
Squat: 10% of the time.
Climb: 2% of the time.
Bend: 5% of the time.
Reach above shoulders: 5% of the time.
Up to 10 lbs: Continuously.
Up to 20 lbs: Frequently.
Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally.
Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally.
Putting away supplies, sometimes overhead. Mops and brooms - carried 10', knee high; vacuums - carried 1', ankle high; chairs (35#) carried 10', waist high.
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity: Sit: 0, Twist: 18, Stand: 130, Crawl: 0, Walk: 155, Kneel: 15, Lift: 22, Drive: 0, Squat: 20, Climb: 9, Bend: 30, Reach above shoulders: 10.
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated): Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Normal weight: 50-200#
Pushing & pulling Normal weight: 50-200#
Fine Manipulation: Wringing out cloths.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: 50 lbs of pressure - vacuum, locking carts
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours : 0
Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Normal Range
Special Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical - Vacuums, floor equipment, cleaning supplies/other chemicals
Protective Clothing Required: Goggles and gloves

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in floor care or environmental services, preferably in a healthcare setting.
Knowledge of floor care techniques, equipment, and cleaning agents.
Familiarity with safety and infection control procedures and standards.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Perform thorough cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, including isolation rooms, operating rooms, emergency rooms, intensive care units, and other critical areas following established cleaning protocols and infection control guidelines.
Operate and maintain various cleaning equipment, such as automatic scrubbers, floor buffers, carpet extractors, and steam cleaners.
Perform advanced cleaning procedures, including terminal cleaning, deep cleaning of patient care areas, and specialized floor care tasks such as stripping, waxing, and buffing.
Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces, including bed rails, light switches, door handles, and medical equipment, to prevent the spread of infection.
Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous waste, sharps, and other regulated medical waste materials.
Respond to emergency cleaning situations, such as spills or patient discharges, promptly and effectively to ensure patient safety.
Replenish supplies, such as soap, paper towels, toilet tissue, and hand sanitizers in patient care areas, restrooms, and common areas.
Conduct inspections of cleaned areas to ensure they meet hospital standards and report any maintenance needs or safety hazards to the supervisor.
Assist in training and mentoring Housekeeper I staff and new employees on cleaning procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.
Maintain accurate records of cleaning tasks, supply usage, and equipment maintenance in compliance with department policies.
Participate in continuing education and training sessions to stay current with best practices, safety regulations, and infection control standards.
Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Nationally rated employee well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work