Trinity Health Of New England is hiring: Housekeeping Aide in Hartford

Overview

Come join the Environmental Services team at Saint Francis Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England. We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Employment type

Full time

Shift

Night Shift

Position Purpose

According to established procedures, performs repetitive cleaning tasks in order to maintain the assigned hospital area in an orderly and sanitary condition. Moves furniture, equipment, and supplies in and around hospital departments and performs a variety of heavy and light housekeeping duties. Utilizes Seven-Step cleaning; dry and wet mops floors; strips and buffs floors; shampoos carpets and removes stains from floors, walls, furniture, and the like.

What You Will Do

• Receive cleaning assignments and request cleaning materials and supplies (mops, buckets, electric buffer, vacuum cleaner, rags, disinfectants, etc.) from designated areas; mix cleaning solutions and transport materials to work areas.
• Clean assigned areas by washing furnishings, tile, fixtures and equipment with germicidal cleaning solutions; scour and polish sinks, tubs, toilets, mirrors, and the like.
• Strip, clean, and make beds with fresh linens after patient dismissal; clean other furniture and dispose of refuse; restock soap, tissues, towels, and other disposable items.
• Sweep and mop limited floor areas (e.g., patient rooms and hospital offices); vacuum carpets; spot clean carpets; arrange furniture and equipment after cleaning; operate buffing equipment on large floor areas.
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on sanitation equipment and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Visually inspect area upon completion to ensure cleanliness and neatness.
• Return unused supplies to the utility room; clean carts and equipment and store items orderly.
• Perform heavy-duty cleaning of floors and carpets, including stripping and shampooing as required.
• Wash, scrub, and disinfect walls, windows and doors; determine methods for removing stains using appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Gather refuse from various hospital locations and transport to the loading area; segregate bagged refuse according to sanitation procedures.
• Move furniture and equipment (e.g., mattresses, beds, cribs) using handcarts or dollies.

Working Conditions

• Careful handling of equipment and procedures where carelessness could result in minor injuries or strains.
• May require wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as masks, eye protection, ear protection, gloves, and gowns.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic written instructions in English; ability to understand verbal instructions and respond in English.
• 3+ months of cleaning experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Ability to safely move, lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. individually; analytical ability to read and understand instructions and perform basic math.
• Ability to work with cleaning chemicals in a safe manner.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and dusting.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Full-Time, 40 Hours – Night Shift
• Our Mission and Core Values
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Award-winning Patient Access Department

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full-spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top-level care to increase our community's health at lower costs and serve nearly 3 million people. We are part of a national system focused on putting patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.