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Boys Town Housekeeping - Full Time in Omaha, Nebraska
Performs duties involving the cleaning of all Boys Town National Research Hospital (BTNRH) clinical and non-clinical departments located on the East and West Hospital Campuses.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Performs cleaning of all patient rooms, clinical and public areas.
Performs terminal cleaning of operating rooms.
Performs turnover cleaning between operating room cases and/or in between patient admissions and discharges in a timely manner.
Utilizes hospital approved chemicals according to manufacture directions for use.
Monitors and replenishes necessary inventory levels of linens and supplies.
Utilizes and maintains equipment properly, according to manufacture directions for use.
Transports clean and used linen to the appropriate area in the required manner.
Transports trash and hazardous waste to required disposal location safely.
Cleans emergency spills as requested in a timely manner.
Exhibits good customer service with providers, employees, patients and visitors.
Maintains "The Joint Commission" standards on an ongoing basis and assists in the responsibilities for readiness for "The Joint Commission Survey".
Takes appropriate precautions using Infection Control practices.
Reports safety concerns when identified, i.e. tripping hazards, equipment malfunction, environmental concerns, etc.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to perform all assigned tasks per policy and in a professional manner.
Flexible hours or travel between BTNRH locations and departments.
Ability to communicate and maintain a satisfactory and harmonious working relationship with all levels of leadership, staff, public, and other consumers in a courteous and tactful manner.
Ability to apply knowledge of general Departmental, FFBH and BTNRH policies and administrative procedures.
Ability to handle stress of multi-tasking in high volume situations.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Supports and maintains a culture of safety.
Completes required training and competency.
Strong customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to use a communication device.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to speak, read, and write basic English required.
Completion of Hospital Training Modules within the first month of hire required.
Ability to work required shift determined by the needs of the organization required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of 1 year cleaning experience preferred.
Previous hospital technician experience in the healthcare setting preferred.
Diversity is more than a commitment at Boys Town—it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results .
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.
Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities . A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.