Laundry Worker

Murrieta Health and Rehabilitation Center -

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of maintaining a clean and sanitary environment and providing an adequate supply of linens to meet the residents needs in accordance with current federal, state and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by the housekeeping department and/or the Administrator.

The Laundry Worker will treat each resident with kindness, dignity and respect. They will knock before entering a resident’s room. They will honor the residents personal and property rights. They will work cooperatively with all departments and multidisciplinary teams. They will be committed to always doing the right thing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensuring all laundry schedules are followed

Collecting and sorting laundry in appropriate containers for washing

Washing, folding, counting, stacking, hanging and stocking laundry, linen, garments, etc.

Coordinating laundry services with the nursing department

Wearing or using safety equipment and supplies (back brace, mechanical lift, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects

Keeping work area free of hazardous objects or unnecessary equipment

Cleaning floors, dusting walls, other housekeeping as assigned

Reporting all accidents/incidents to the supervisor immediately

Following proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, or solutions

Following established guidelines governing the use of labels and MSDSs

Following established handwashing procedures

Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including fire safety

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

REQUIREMENTS

Education / Licensure

High school diploma or GED preferred

Qualifications / Experience

Minimum 6 months experience in healthcare setting preferred

Must be able to understand English language

Must be to follow directions

Working Conditions

May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants

May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

May be working in a warm environment

Physical Requirements

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day through all areas of the facility

Must be able to stand, bend, twist and reach throughout the day

Repetitive hand motion

Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift up to 25 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feet