Housekeeping Aide

Job Description

Job Summary

The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This position plays an essential role in infection prevention and overall resident well-being by ensuring cleanliness standards are consistently met throughout the nursing home.Schedule

Primary hours: 6:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Hours per week: Approximately 32–35 hours

Weekend rotation: Work 1 weekend every 6 weeksEssential Duties and Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, and other facility spaces

Follow infection control procedures and proper use of cleaning chemicals and supplies

Collect, remove, and dispose of trash and biohazard materials according to facility policies

Refill supplies such as soap, paper products, and disinfectants

Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or supply needs to supervisor

Follow established schedules, cleaning checklists, and facility policies

Work cooperatively with nursing, dietary, and other departments to support resident care

Maintain resident privacy and confidentiality at all timesQualifications

Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Previous housekeeping or healthcare experience preferred, but not required

Must be able to meet physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and pushing carts

Must be able to pass a DHS Background StudyPhysical Requirements

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching

Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds

Exposure to cleaning chemicals with proper PPEWork Environment

Nursing home / long-term care setting

Indoor environment with potential exposure to cleaning agents and bodily fluids

Full-time