Environmental Services Aide

About Us

CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey's leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals - Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center. CarePoint united three area hospitals to provide 360-degree-coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 4,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals.

CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.

What You'll Be Doing

The Environmental Services Aide provides cleaning and environmental infection control services hospital wide. This work is done under the direct supervision of the Environmental Services Supervisor. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment for all staff and visitors at CarePoint Health facilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Follows established daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly cleaning schedule as outlined by supervisor. Demonstrates proper cleaning technique according to product recommendations in support of environmental infection control. Demonstrates proper use of equipment and supplies. Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems. Check nurses stations for spills or special needs Commence "policing " of unit including am-policing room policing program Check frequently at nurses station throughout the day for special needs or discharges Completes discharges quickly and efficiently immediately notifies IVR system when assignments are initiated and completed if no messages come through the bed tracking system housekeeping aide is to keep in touch with supervisor/EVS administrative assistant by hospital phone usage. Must notify supervisor/EVS administrative assistant of delays and cancellations immediately Empty soiled linen and solid waste containers, if needed, and take material to centralized collection point for the area of the facility or large bags of soiled linen or solid waste, member should reduce the amount of material into enough bags to make the load safe for manual transport. After am policing start to perform 10 step interactive cleaning throughout all assigned areas Clean center core areas thoroughly Transports fresh supply stock to floors as needed using hand trucks, dollies, etc. Supplies, carts, equipment and janitorial closets Must be tidy and clean at all times Restocks and cleans carts at end of shift with germicidal cleaner and stock with fresh product to ensure readiness for the next shift / day's work Cleaning carts must be put away in supply closets when not in use Daily basis Performs in-between case cleaning in the OR and case cleaning in Vascular/Cath lab and when requested case cleaning in the OR Cleans all isolation rooms by following proper policy procedure and using proper isolation room cleaning precautions as dictated by Infection Control policy to include wall washing. Responds to emergency activities such as code calls, disaster drills, fire drills and adheres to policy and procedures At times will assist in training new hired / and existing employees Performs other tasks as assigned

What We're Looking For

• High School diploma or equivalent
• No experience required, although some Hospital experience preferred
• Works with initiative, energy and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.
• Possesses a basic understanding of janitorial equipment and supplies.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k with Company match Generous paid time off Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Advancement and career development opportunities

CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.