Housekeeper/ EVS Dubuque FT Evenings

About the role

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and Level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home. In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet hospital four consecutive times – the nation’s most prestigious award for nursing excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning for patient and non-patient areas of the hospital, including surface cleaning, floor care, carpet cleaning, and moving equipment and furniture.
• Maintain clean patient rooms and discharge units to meet hospital standards: empty trash and linen containers, high dust, damp mop, clean bathrooms, clean/make beds, damp wipe all horizontal surfaces including clean over-bed table, and check own work.
• Maintain clean office/ancillary areas; audits are done frequently for Quality Control.
• Know and differentiate between isolations; perform special isolation cleaning according to established procedures as required.
• Maintain a clean cart, equipment, and janitor closet/storage areas; replenish supplies of soap, tissues, towels, disposable items and other items as needed.
• Report the need for repair of equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures to the appropriate person.
• May occasionally take direction from a nursing director or departmental supervisor on housekeeping needs of that area.

Requirements

• Previous janitorial and cleaning experience preferred.
• Some previous experience in hospital standards, methods, and procedures desirable but not mandatory as may be trained on the job.
• Must be able to become familiar with use and care of housekeeping chemicals and equipment.
• Must be able to work with and accept varying demands of the patient, public and other employees; able to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with all members of the health care team.
• Interact with hospital staff, patients and public contacts in a cordial, courteous, and helpful manner; exercise tact and diplomacy.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Schedule

4:00 pm – 12:30 am; Monday – Friday; occasional weekend.