Housekeeper

Eisenhower Health•Rancho Mirage, CA

12d

About The Position

The Housekeeper is responsible for regular cleaning and general upkeep of patient, public, office, and associated ancillary areas, including nurses’ stations, restrooms, treatment rooms, and lounges. The position works in multiple locations as assigned and may deliver supplies and equipment to various locations. It may also include patient observation at a nurse’s discretion and assisting with onboarding new employees as assigned. This is a per diem role in Environmental Services with an evening default shift and 8-hour shift hours. The position serves pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and has moderate potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens. It reports to a Director or Manager and does not supervise others.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively in a positive and professional manner.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Knowledge of housekeeping equipment, procedures, and products.
California driver license required if assigned to CC8443 EVS (Professional Office Buildings).

Nice To Haves

Housekeeping or janitorial experience.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate compliance with the Code of Conduct and compliance policies; resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
Clean occupied and discharged patient rooms.
Clean associated ancillary areas of the assigned patient care unit.
Respond to emergencies assigned by nursing or through the Environmental Services Department.
Maintain adequate cleaning supplies to complete the shift.
Refill paper and other supplies as needed.
Clean the cart and closet at the end of the shift and return borrowed equipment.
Notify the nursing supervisor when rooms are ready for new admissions.
Notify the Environmental Services Department secretary of maintenance concerns.
Empty sharps containers when they are three-quarters full.
Maintain the assigned area according to departmental policies and procedures.
Provide patient observation at a nurse’s discretion and communicate observed changes in patient condition to the nurse.
Deliver supplies and equipment to various locations as needed.
Assist with onboarding new employees as assigned.
Work in multiple locations as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.