HOUSEKEEPING/LAUNDRY SUPERVISOR

PRIORITY MANAGEMENT•Woodway, TX

About The Position

The Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor oversees and coordinates housekeeping department activities to ensure the nursing center complies with applicable environmental, sanitation, and safety requirements and remains sanitary, attractive, and orderly. This is a working supervisory role that combines staff supervision and department coordination with performing housekeeping and cleaning duties. The supervisor manages daily work assignments, staffing, training, inspections, supplies, equipment, records, and service issues. The role coordinates cleaning across resident and common areas, prepares rooms for admissions and after discharges or transfers, supports infection prevention and isolation cleaning procedures, and works with other departments to meet the center’s environmental services needs. The position also provides 24-hour on-call service for emergencies.

Requirements

One to two years of supervisory experience in a commercial establishment, with knowledge of laundry and housekeeping procedures.
Knowledge of sanitation regulations and demonstrated team management abilities.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma preferred.
At least two years of work experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise Environmental Services personnel and daily work in assigned areas, managing service levels, expenses, staffing, and interdepartmental or personnel issues.
Maintain records related to accounts payable, received supplies, equipment maintenance, and other department business.
Assist with creating and implementing the company Housekeeping Program and record-keeping systems, and establish work standards and procedures.
Train housekeeping and/or laundry staff on cleaning, laundry, and maintenance tasks; assign duties and inspect work for cleanliness standards.
Ensure environmental and linen cleanliness and sanitation to support resident safety, comfort, and convenience.
Organize employee shifts and arrange coverage for absences.
Coordinate with residents, nurses, physicians, department leaders, and other staff regarding environmental services requests, infection prevention, service resolution, and related matters; follow up promptly with requesting departments.
Consult with management about best practices and recommend improvements to service and operating efficiency.
Prepare a calendar-day schedule for the Housekeeping Program and ensure compliance with safety and sanitation policies and regulatory guidelines.
Conduct daily rounds and inspect assigned areas; work with the infection control department to meet applicable standards and educate staff on safety and regulatory compliance.
Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties specified in the company Housekeeping Program, including emergency cleaning and cleaning and disinfecting fixtures, floors, walls, doors, ceilings, furnishings, and other surfaces.
Coordinate cleaning of resident and common areas, including offices, restrooms, activity and therapy rooms, entrances, utility areas, lounges, lobbies, and hallways.
Coordinate vacuuming and shampooing carpets and rugs, laundering small rugs, and arranging furniture and equipment.
Arrange curtain, drape, and divider removal and rehanging for cleaning as needed, and replenish soap and towels and coordinate wastebasket and ashtray cleaning.
Coordinate floor and area servicing with maintenance personnel.
Perform terminal cleaning of resident rooms after discharge or transfer and prepare rooms for new occupants.
Perform cleaning in isolation units after resident transfers according to established procedures.
Coordinate the department’s work with other departments.
Monitor cleaning products and inventory stock to ensure adequate supplies; use industrial cleaning equipment and products.
Provide 24-hour on-call service to the nursing center in case of emergency.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned or changed.