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 or damaged items.
• 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

• Education, Training, and Experience: High School Graduate or equivalent required. Previous laundry experience in industrial or commercial setting beneficial.
• Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities: Knowledge of laundry machines and chemical cleaning solutions. Ability to complete two loads of laundry per hour. Effective communication with elderly or disabled residents, other employees, and visitors. Dependable and able to work independently and under supervision.
• Other Special Requirements: Tolerant of frequent exposure to blood, body tissues, and bodily fluids with occasional exposure to hazardous materials and infectious diseases. Frequent exposure to laundry chemicals, latex, and plastic materials used for personal protective equipment.