Laundry Aide

Essential Job Functions Carries out all laundry duties as directed by supervisor according to required department policies and procedures. Ensures that daily work/cleaning schedules are followed. Ensures that all laundry equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe condition. Reports any equipment defect to the Supervisor/Maintenance Director. Practices sensitivity to the privacy and individual needs of the residents. Adheres to infection control policies at all times. Adheres to correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. Ensures all necessary documentation is completed daily. Coordinates daily laundry services in collaboration with nursing services when performing routine assignments. Performs specific/assigned tasks in accordance with daily work assignments and established laundry procedures. Ensures that an adequate supply of laundry/linen supplies are maintained in designated areas to meet the residents' daily needs. Collects, sorts, and weighs soiled laundry, linen, clothing, etc. and places items in the appropriate containers or assigned areas. Monitor detergent, fabric softener, and other laundry product levels, and report any shortages. Sorts soiled laundry, linen, clothing, etc., and separate items that need special stain removal or treatment. Sorts, counts, and washes soiled laundry, linen, clothing, etc., in accordance with established procedures. Presses/irons clothing as instructed. Folds, counts, stacks, hangs, and distributes clean laundry, linen, clothing, etc. to residents daily or as instructed. Assures that clean laundry, linen, clothing, etc., is distributed to designated areas during emergency conditions. Ensures that floors are clean, swept, dusted, and damp/wet mopped in laundry room. Remove any dust, dirt, grease, etc., from equipment or floor surfaces utilizing proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions. Discard any waste/trash into proper receptacles. Keeps work area(s) free of hazardous conditions such as spills, excess carts, supplies, equipment, etc. Reports equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to the supervisor. Ensures equipment is clean and properly stored at the end of the shift. Follows proper procedures when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used in the work area. Complies with appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves. Reports any complaints of missing property to the supervisor. Turns in any found items to the supervisor. Informs the supervisor of any supply needs. Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice and abilities.