Environmental Services Aide

Environmental Services AideReq #:41761Category:HousekeepingStatus:Per DiemShift:EveningFacility:Childrens Specialized HospLocation:Environ Svcs Mtn, 150 New Providence Rd., Mountainside, NJ 07092Children s Specialized Hospital is the nation s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health.Children's Specialized Hospital is now in its third century of caring for those in need. Our Boards of Trustees, physicians, therapists, nurses, staff, volunteers, and donors remain dedicated to the very ideals of the Hospital's founders and committed to providing the best care possible so that every child who seeks our help reaches their fullest potential.At 16 different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialists partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effectiveso children can achieve more of their goals.Job SummaryCleans all patient and non-patient areas of the hospital, and other areas as directed.Essential Job FunctionsDust, damp mop, spot clean and disinfect fixtures, furnishings in both patient and non-patient areas.Vacuum and spot clean mats and carpets, as assigned.Empty, clean and re-line waste baskets. Transport regular and contaminated waste to the utility room.Wash and disinfect bed/crib at discharge and prepare bed for new occupant. Follow isolation cleaning procedures when cleaning isolation rooms to prevent the spread of pathogens.Clean and disinfect daily bathroom fixtures, mirrors, windows, doors, walls (as far as can be reached) and replenish bathroom supplies if necessary.Notifies supervisor when supplies in the Environmental Services storage room are low. Writes work orders when repairs are needed in assigned areas.Maintains tools and equipment in good condition, is responsible for economical use of supplies.Enhances professional growth and development by attending inservices, required meetings and other educational programs.Formal Education and Job-Related ExperienceAbility to speak, read and write English.CertificationNoneLicenseNoneEducation and Experience - Additional CommentsUp to one month to learn job duties.Job Specific ContactsContact with professional and technical staff, patients, visitors and other requiring tact and courtesy.Physical DemandsAll areas of the hospital.Working Environment - Additional CommentsContinual handling of potentially hazardous materials. Must have physical stamina to stand, walk and climb step stools most of the working day. Turns, stoops, crouches and reaches. Considerable lifting and carrying of equipment and objects. Ability to properly use equipment.Job Provides Direction ToNoneRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer