HOUSEKEEPER II (FT - Day Shift)

Riverside Healthcare • Kankakee, IL

9d • 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
• Normal weight: 50-200#
• Pushing & pulling Normal weight: 50-200#
• Fine Manipulation: Wringing out cloths.
• 50 lbs of pressure - vacuum, locking carts

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED