Linen Services Worker 1 - Ollie Steele

at  Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

The Laundry aide works to perform the day-to-day activities of the laundry department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, and/or Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor, to assure that the facility is maintained in clean, safe, and sanitary manner, and that an adequate supply of linen is on hand at all times to meet the needs of the residents.

• Linen
• Collect and sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., and place in appropriate containers or assigned areas. Coordinate daily laundry services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.
• Sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc. and separate those items that require special stain removal/treatment.
• Fold, count, stack, hang, and distribute clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., to residents daily and/or as instructed. During emergency conditions, assure that clean laundry, linen, garments, etc., are distributed to designated areas as instructed.
• Sanitation
• Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants and solutions used for cleaning. Refer to manufacturer’s instructions when necessary. Demonstrates an understanding of policies and procedures in all areas of Environmental Services.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, quality of linen and supply par levels of assigned work areas.
• Follows infection control procedures at all times.
• Other Duties as Assigned
• Notifies supervisor in matters of uncertainty or situations outside of the normal work flow.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 60 pounds.
• Assists with the secure operation of the nursing home by immediately reporting any unusual occurrence to the Environmental Services Supervisor or to Security.

Education - High School Diploma or equivalent
Special Skills - Communication Skills

Please refer the Job description for details