Job description
We are currently recruiting for a full time
Housekeeper to join the existing team at
Ballincollig Community Nursing Unit.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes;
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes;
- Guaranteed hours contracts
- Paid breaks
- Sunday Premium rates/Double time on Bank Holidays
- Life Insurance/Death In Service Cover which covers two times your annual salary
- Employee Referral Cash Incentive Scheme
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Free Uniforms
- Free Garda Vetting
- Comprehensive induction training and continued in-house training/professional development
- Opportunities for career progression
- Paid training
- Recognition Programme
- Fulfilling Employment
Purpose of the Role
The Housekeeper will contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the location with regards to ensuring that a high standard of cleanliness is adhered to at all times.
What does this role entail?
- Responsible for all aspects of cleaning within the home, such as vacuuming, damp, mopping, dusting, retaining excellent cleaning standards throughout the Nursing Home.
- Ensuring that all cleaning products/chemicals and equipment are used and stored appropriately.
- Assessing and confirming that all equipment/furnishings are in good repair and clean: reporting faults to manager
- Demonstrating a good manner when dealing with residents, family and visitors
- Handling all laundry including washing, ironing, and sorting clothes by nametags
- Ensuring cleanliness and safety in the laundry area
- Maintaining confidentiality at all times
- Being aware of all health and safety regulations, reporting hazards/potential hazards immediately.
- Ad hoc duties as required
What are the skills/experience needed?
- Experience working in a similar role would be beneficial, but not essential
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Experience working in a healthcare environment (with a good knowledge of HIQA standards) preferable
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Awareness of following an advantage : COSHH Regulation. (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).Riddor Regulation. (Reporting of incidents, diseases, dangerous occurrences).Health and Safety Legislation, Manual Handling
- Excellent communication skills
- Can work independently or part of a team
- Must be reliable & keep to schedule.
- Fluent level of English both written and oral
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role and the range of duties, it does not attempt to detail every activity. Given the nature of the work, it must be stressed that maximum flexibility is required to work in the location. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder periodically by the Manager.
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