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CHI Click here to learn more about working in Environmental Services at CommonSpirit Health. Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Environmental Services Supervisor will provide day-to-day supervision for the EVS department under guidance of the Director and/or Manager; ensures a consistently high level of environmental hygiene and aesthetics to patients, visitors and staff. This position is responsible for daily oversight of regulatory standards, financial stewardship of department operations, and collaboration with other management team members to support the department in its daily functions. Trains and develops a highly equipped and engaged Environmental Services Team using evidence-based techniques, process and mission metrics (KPIs) to ensure we provide a clean safe environment as we help save lives. Provides supervision of staff, making sound business decisions in support of the hospital’s mission, vision and values. Demonstrates supervision in providing an optimal environment for patient care, safety, service, and value. Supervises the day-to-day operations of the department to ensure a clean safe environment and aesthetics for patients, family, visitors, physicians, nurses and staff as we help save lives. One-on-one training and development of EVS staff. Supervises the necessary resources needed for the Environmental Services department under their control and makes recommendations to hiring, promoting and annual staff performance reviews. Supervises a waste program that separates, packages and disposes of all waste according to all regulations. Performs quality improvement initiatives under direction of EVS manager/director. Conducts rounding activities to ensure environmental hygiene in all areas assigned. Prepares necessary reporting to manager(s) and documents results. Conducts ES Survey required reports, e.g., Standard work audits, Direct Observations, Fluorescent Marker, Clean Trace ATP. Supervises the bed tracking system and ensures EVS response times are achieved. Prepare reports to document results, collaborating with the EVS manager to develop improvement activities. Demonstrates working knowledge of the cleaning and disinfection principles and requirements, proper chemical handling, equipment usage, and labor requirements for maintenance of furniture and interior finishes in all areas of responsibility. Provides oversight of inventories, usage data, and ordering of consumable supplies and equipment repairs. Prepares work and time schedules, coordinating vacation and holiday time and reviewing daily adjustments in the work schedule. Promotes and supervises a culture of safety, hand hygiene, patient experience, as well as employee engagement and retention. Supervises the work of subcontractors and/or EVS suppliers for the department as needed. Adheres to organizational safety, risk management, and infection control and prevention standards. Promotes a culture of patient safety through observation and education. Coaches team members on the chain of infection and the core principles of the transmission of infectious pathogens. Responds to emergency calls and multiple priorities as needed to coordinate staffing changes and minimize disruption. Performs patient and staff interviews to evaluate service levels and promote positive public relations. Participates in efforts to improve patient experience and cleanliness scores and key departmental performance metrics. Controls expenditures within the approved budget objectives and takes corrective action when variances affect budget. Aligns with organizational initiatives to develop/maintain a culture where people want to come to work. Employee Engagement – Nurture a culture of healthy well-being with the EVS Team. The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent (preferred). At least three (3) months’ experience in Environmental Services or related field. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of team members and management. Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, MS Project, PM software, and EVS software systems preferred. Experience with typical EVS equipment/machinery. Demonstrates strong working knowledge of the principles of environmental infection prevention and control. Demonstrates strong working knowledge of OSHA, TJC, DOT, CDC Policy and Standard Work development/implementation. Where You’ll Work
CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and as a Best Place to Work in Tennessee. We serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with approximately 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. Pay Range
$19.87 - $28.06 /hour Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Supervisor Environmental Svcs
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CHI Click here to learn more about working in Environmental Services at CommonSpirit Health. Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Environmental Services Supervisor will provide day-to-day supervision for the EVS department under guidance of the Director and/or Manager; ensures a consistently high level of environmental hygiene and aesthetics to patients, visitors and staff. This position is responsible for daily oversight of regulatory standards, financial stewardship of department operations, and collaboration with other management team members to support the department in its daily functions. Trains and develops a highly equipped and engaged Environmental Services Team using evidence-based techniques, process and mission metrics (KPIs) to ensure we provide a clean safe environment as we help save lives. Provides supervision of staff, making sound business decisions in support of the hospital’s mission, vision and values. Demonstrates supervision in providing an optimal environment for patient care, safety, service, and value. Supervises the day-to-day operations of the department to ensure a clean safe environment and aesthetics for patients, family, visitors, physicians, nurses and staff as we help save lives. One-on-one training and development of EVS staff. Supervises the necessary resources needed for the Environmental Services department under their control and makes recommendations to hiring, promoting and annual staff performance reviews. Supervises a waste program that separates, packages and disposes of all waste according to all regulations. Performs quality improvement initiatives under direction of EVS manager/director. Conducts rounding activities to ensure environmental hygiene in all areas assigned. Prepares necessary reporting to manager(s) and documents results. Conducts ES Survey required reports, e.g., Standard work audits, Direct Observations, Fluorescent Marker, Clean Trace ATP. Supervises the bed tracking system and ensures EVS response times are achieved. Prepare reports to document results, collaborating with the EVS manager to develop improvement activities. Demonstrates working knowledge of the cleaning and disinfection principles and requirements, proper chemical handling, equipment usage, and labor requirements for maintenance of furniture and interior finishes in all areas of responsibility. Provides oversight of inventories, usage data, and ordering of consumable supplies and equipment repairs. Prepares work and time schedules, coordinating vacation and holiday time and reviewing daily adjustments in the work schedule. Promotes and supervises a culture of safety, hand hygiene, patient experience, as well as employee engagement and retention. Supervises the work of subcontractors and/or EVS suppliers for the department as needed. Adheres to organizational safety, risk management, and infection control and prevention standards. Promotes a culture of patient safety through observation and education. Coaches team members on the chain of infection and the core principles of the transmission of infectious pathogens. Responds to emergency calls and multiple priorities as needed to coordinate staffing changes and minimize disruption. Performs patient and staff interviews to evaluate service levels and promote positive public relations. Participates in efforts to improve patient experience and cleanliness scores and key departmental performance metrics. Controls expenditures within the approved budget objectives and takes corrective action when variances affect budget. Aligns with organizational initiatives to develop/maintain a culture where people want to come to work. Employee Engagement – Nurture a culture of healthy well-being with the EVS Team. The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent (preferred). At least three (3) months’ experience in Environmental Services or related field. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of team members and management. Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, MS Project, PM software, and EVS software systems preferred. Experience with typical EVS equipment/machinery. Demonstrates strong working knowledge of the principles of environmental infection prevention and control. Demonstrates strong working knowledge of OSHA, TJC, DOT, CDC Policy and Standard Work development/implementation. Where You’ll Work
CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and as a Best Place to Work in Tennessee. We serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with approximately 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. Pay Range
$19.87 - $28.06 /hour Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Industries
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