Laundry Aide

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Sort soiled laundry and presoak as required.
• Select the appropriate cycle and water temperature for washing.
• Add suitable laundering chemical in accordance with item being washed.
• Load wet linens into dryers and select appropriate drying temperature, time, and cycle.
• Sort and fold clean laundry for storage or distribution to linen carts.
• Distribute clean linens to resident rooms using clean linen carts.
• Check items for repair or replacement needs and identify missing labels.
• Follow Infection Control procedures for laundering isolation linens and clothing.
• Wash drapes and privacy curtains monthly, quarterly, and as scheduled.
• Escort soiled linen carts to solid linen holding areas.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and annual cleaning of the laundry department.
• Clean floors, sinks, machines, lint traps, and carts according to the schedule.
• Use and store equipment and supplies appropriately and safely to avoid injury.
• Maintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirements.
• Attend staff meetings and in-services as required.
• Inform the Environmental Services Manager of pertinent events or equipment concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Adhere to Patient Rights and report suspected deviations to charge nurse or administration.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Required/Desired Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Previous laundry experience in industrial or commercial setting beneficial.
• Must have knowledge of laundry machines and chemical cleaning solutions.
• Must be able to complete two loads of laundry per hour.
• Communicate effectively with elderly or disabled residents, other employees, and visitors.
• Dependable and work independently as well as under supervision.