EVS/MSW I - PRN

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Under general direction, cleans all areas of the hospital by performing routine cleaning of patient rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and corridors. Demonstrates ability to utilize the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure.

Complies with department and organization-wide policies, Critical Access Hospital requirements, Safety, and Infection Control, and all Federal and State of Colorado regulations related to the performance of Keefe Memorial Hospital operations and requirement of the compliance program.

SIGNIFICANT DUTIES

• Performs all assigned tasks in a professional manner to reflect the highest integrity of the Environmental Services Department for assigned shift.
• Performs routine cleaning of patient rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and corridors in a clean, neat, and sanitary manner with minimal supervision according to established quality standards.
• Performs detailed cleaning of the patient rooms by following check list or as instructed by the Director of EVS.
• Performs laundry service in house and complies with all safety codes in doing so.
• Completes work assignments in a timely manner.
• Utilizes the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure.
• Uses and maintains equipment properly.
• Always introduces self to patients, families, and visitors.
• Reports safety hazards as appropriate.
• Transports trash and hazardous waste to appropriate disposal area.
• Replenishes supplies.
• Follows all infection control practices including hand washing techniques, Standard Precautions, and isolation precautions.
• To apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Utilizes provided resources effectively, such as equipment operation manuals and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Assists with cleaning and maintaining carpet and tiled floors by using heavy equipment to clean, strip and wax floors.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, trainings, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops. Shows responsibility for own professional practice and ongoing education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrates commitment to the organizational mission, vision, and core values.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to relative practice area.
• Ability to make sound decisions for departmental delivery of care/services.
• Maintains current knowledge of department and hospital operations, local and industry trends and practices, market forces and outside regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates effective relationships with hospital staff, patients, public, outside agencies, and providers.
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Exercises professional judgment, courtesy, and professionalism in daily interactions with others.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with health care team members and diverse patient populations.
• There will be opportunities for other duties as this position may evolve and policies and training may change. Reasonable accommodations will be reviewed, and modifications may be made according to ADA guidelines.

Utilizes proper body mechanics, transfer/lifting techniques and appropriate equipment to minimize fall risk to patient and injury to self.

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