Housekeeping and Laundry Aide

Emerald Nursing and Rehab Lakeview•Grand Island, NE

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeping and Laundry Aide maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the facility. The role includes cleaning resident rooms and common areas and laundering linens and residents’ personal clothing in accordance with facility standards, infection control policies, and safety regulations. The position is full-time, scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and is located in Grand Island, Nebraska. The aide follows cleaning and laundry procedures, operates equipment safely, uses cleaning chemicals as directed, and reports maintenance needs. The position requires professional conduct, dependable attendance, timely completion of assignments, and cooperation with other departments. The role involves physical demands and potential exposure to cleaning chemicals, personal protective equipment, and infectious agents.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous housekeeping or laundry experience preferred, especially in healthcare.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and equipment use.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Positive attitude and commitment to resident satisfaction.
Demonstrated professionalism and reliable attendance.
Ability to use hands for simple and firm grasping and fine manipulation.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous housekeeping or laundry experience, especially in healthcare.

Responsibilities

Clean resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, and common areas according to schedules and procedures.
Dust, mop, vacuum, and sanitize surfaces as assigned.
Collect and launder linens, towels, and residents’ personal clothing.
Fold, sort, and distribute clean laundry to the appropriate locations.
Label residents’ clothes as applicable.
Operate laundry and cleaning equipment safely and efficiently.
Follow infection-control and isolation-cleaning procedures.
Use appropriate chemicals and cleaning solutions as directed.
Report repairs or maintenance issues to the supervisor.
Keep housekeeping carts and storage areas clean and organized.
Provide respectful and courteous service to residents and staff.
Adhere to scheduled work dates and times, maintain regular attendance, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
Work cooperatively with all departments and maintain a professional appearance.