Basic Function

To handle and process laundry using proper policies and procedures.

Essential Duties

1. Label laundry per the facility procedures.

2. Numbers and dates incoming resident lifting equipment slings and restraints.

3. Sorts, washes, dry, folds and handles laundry using proper procedures.

4. Rinses soiled linen before washing if needed.

5. Eliminates crossing of soiled and clean linen.

6. Loads washers and dryers at proper weight.

7. Stocks linen areas per guidelines.

8. Maintains a clean work and storage area.

9. Picks up and delivers linens to units per schedule.

10. Labels all compounds and chemicals properly and stores them in locked storage areas.

11. Follows user directions for all compounds and chemicals.

12. Uses proper body mechanics.

13. Follows proper infection control practices.

14. Follows procedure for disposal of worn or obsolete equipment.

15. Observes for resident safety when in resident care areas.

16. Maintains fire aisles when picking up and delivering laundry.

17. Adheres to all facility and department safety policies and procedures.

Supervision Received

Receives supervision from Laundry Supervisor.

Qualifications

No convictions for abuse, neglect, or mistreatment or for misappropriation of property.

Prompt and regular attendance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to read, write and make simple calculations and follow oral and written directions.

Knowledge of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling laundry and equipment

Physical Requirements

Note: In terms of an 8 hour workday, “Occasionally” equals 1% to 33%; “Frequently,” 34% to 66%; “Continuously,” 67% to 100%

1. Employee’s job requires:

Not at all

Occasionally

Frequently

Continuously

Bend Stoop

Squat

Crawl

Climb-Height

Reach above shoulder level

Crouch

Kneel

Balance

Push/Pull

2. Lifting requirements:

Never

Occasionally

Frequently

Continuously

Up to 10 lbs

11 – 24 lbs

25 – 34 lbs

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Laundry Aide