We are hiring for a Housekeeper to join our Nursing Home team.
Overview of the Role
The Housekeeper will contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of home management with regards to ensuring that a high standard of cleanliness is adhered to at all times.This role will involve working in both the Kitchen and General Areas of the nursing home.
What does this role entail?
Responsible for all aspects of cleaning within the home, such as vacuuming, damp, mopping, dusting, retaining excellent cleaning standards throughout the Nursing Home.
Ensuring that all cleaning products/chemicals and equipment are used and stored appropriately.
Assessing and confirming that all equipment/furnishings are in good repair and clean: reporting faults to manager
Demonstrating a good manner when dealing with residents, family and visitors
Handling all laundry including washing, ironing, and sorting clothes by nametags
Ensuring cleanliness and safety in the laundry area
Maintaining confidentiality at all times
Being aware of all health and safety regulations, reporting hazards/potential hazards immediately.
Ad hoc duties as required
What are the skills and experience needed?
Experience working in a healthcare environment (with a good knowledge of HIQA standards) preferable
Previous experience in similar role (required)
Awareness of following essential: COSHH Regulation. (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).Riddor Regulation. (Reporting of incidents, diseases, dangerous occurrences).Health and Safety Legislation & Manual Handling
Excellent communication skills
Can work independently or part of a team
Be reliable & keep to schedule
Fluent level of English both written and oral
All posts are subject to satisfactory references, medical and Garda vetting.
Note
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role and the range of duties, it does not attempt to detail every activity. Given the nature of the work, it must be stressed that maximum flexibility is required to work in the nursing home. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder periodically by the Home Manager.
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