What are the responsibilities and job description for the Floor Care position at Briarwood Nursing and Rehab?
Are you experienced in floor care service? If you enjoy maintaining a safe, home-like environment for residents, we have an excellent opportunity for you!
Responsibilities:
The Housekeeping Floor Care is responsible for the cleaning services that provide a safe, sanitary, comfortable, and homelike environment for residents, staff and the public.
- Uses floor buffer or extractor to clean hallway, dining room, and common area floors daily.
- Uses floor stripper to remove wax as needed and cleans, re-applies wax according to cleaning schedule.
- Respects resident's privacy and preferences about room arrangement, personal items.
- Removes trash according to department procedures.
- Takes appropriate actions to secure housekeeping supplies out of reach of residents at all times.
- Disposes of trash and waste, including bio-hazardous waste and other materials that require special handling, only in accord with facility policies and procedures.
- Post signs indicating a safety hazard any time housekeeping activities pose environmental hazards
- Uses personal protective equipment when at risk of exposure
Education and/or Experience:
- Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED),
- Prefer one year experience as a Housekeeper or Floor Care
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the job.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members and facility staff.
Knowledge of infection control techniques.
Ability to be patient and polite.
Disclaimer:
This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.