Laundry Aide

Daily Responsibilities - Laundry Aide (SNF) Collecting laundry: Pick up soiled linens, towels, and residents' personal clothing from units according to schedule; transport safely using carts while following infection control protocols.

Sorting items:

Separate laundry by type, fabric, color, and level of soiling; identify and properly handle contaminated or isolation items per facility guidelines.

Operating equipment:

Load and run washers and dryers using correct settings, detergents, and chemicals; monitor cycles to ensure proper cleaning and sanitation.

Folding and finishing:

Fold, stack, and prepare clean linens and garments; ensure items are neat, undamaged, and ready for use.

Labeling and organization:

Maintain proper labeling of residents' personal clothing; organize items for accurate return and storage.

Distribution:

Deliver clean linens to nursing units and return residents' personal clothing to appropriate rooms in a timely manner.

Quality checks:

Inspect items for stains, damage, or wear; rewash or remove from service as needed; notify supervisor of unusable items.

Infection control compliance:

Follow all safety and hygiene procedures, including use of PPE, proper handling of soiled/contaminated linens, and adherence to OSHA and facility standards.

Maintaining work area:

Keep laundry room clean, organized, and stocked; clean lint traps, carts, and equipment daily.

Supply management:

Monitor inventory of detergents, chemicals, and linen supplies; report shortages.

Communication:

Work with nursing staff to ensure resident needs are met; report lost/missing items or special requests. This role is essential to maintaining a clean, safe environment and supporting resident comfort and care. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.