LAUNDRY AIDE RESUME EXAMPLE

Job Summary: 

• Understand and agree with Momentum Skilled Service's philosophy and goal to maintain, improve and/or enhance each resident's quality of care, quality of life.
• Demonstrate an awareness of proper infection control practice by using universal precautions and following the policies and procedures of Momentum Skilled Services.
• Blood and body fluid exposure is likely to occur.
• Responsible for folding linens.
• Fold or hang personal clothing, ensuring it is clean and wrinkle-free.
• Distribute personal clothing.
• Collect and sort soiled linen/personal clothing.
• Wash linen/personal clothing using proper chemicals.
• Dry linens/personal clothing.
• Responsible for distributing linen.
• Keep the area clean and in working condition.

Skills on Resume:

• Resident Care Awareness (Soft Skills)
• Infection Control Practices (Hard Skills)
• Universal Precautions (Hard Skills)
• Linen Folding (Hard Skills)
• Clothing Distribution (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Operations (Hard Skills)
• Chemical Handling (Hard Skills)
• Work Area Cleanliness (Soft Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Work closely with Nursing when providing services in resident areas.
• Handle chemicals safely and follow instructions for type and amount.
• Clean lint traps several times a day.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families and facility staff.
• Accountable for labeling the resident's personal clothing.
• Maintain records, daily laundry logs.
• Respect the privacy, dignity and confidentiality rights of residents while performing work assignments.
• Work inside in a hot and noisy environment.
• See is extreme with some color vision required to sort colored clothing from whites and to detect heavy staining.
• Consider the concentration for the proper operation of the machines.
• Complete routine activities, which may cause moderate discomfort.

Skills on Resume:

• Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Chemical Safety (Hard Skills)
• Machine Operation (Hard Skills)
• Clear Communication (Soft Skills)
• Clothing Labeling (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Documentation (Hard Skills)
• Resident Confidentiality (Soft Skills)
• Sensory Awareness (Soft Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Handle heavy loads with or without assistance.
• Comply with Blood-borne Pathogen Exposure Control Policy.
• Work in a damp and hot environment.
• Work with various cleaning chemicals and solutions and comply with EPA and OSHA regulations and other safety policies of the facility.
• Operate various kinds and types of laundry equipment safely and properly.
• Keep contaminated linens that have been removed from beds of patients who have a possible infectious condition in separate bags that have been marked by nursing.
• Assure these items are laundered and disinfected separately from other linens.
• Use appropriate chemicals on all linens.
• Assure residents' clothing is not exposed to bleach, which may harm fabric and cause the need for replacement of clothing.
• Keep the equipment and laundry area clean and free of safety hazards.

Skills on Resume:

• Heavy Lifting (Hard Skills)
• Pathogen Compliance (Hard Skills)
• Heat Endurance (Soft Skills)
• Chemical Compliance (Hard Skills)
• Equipment Operation (Hard Skills)
• Linen Segregation (Hard Skills)
• Fabric Protection (Hard Skills)
• Safety Awareness (Soft Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Report all repairs and equipment problems immediately to the supervisor.
• Follow all clean linen procedures, including drying, folding and storing items in linen closets and other designated areas.
• Report supply and equipment needs to the Director of Housekeeping for replenishment.
• Relieve Housekeeping as scheduled or on a PRN basis.
• Assist in receiving and storing supplies.
• Understand the facility's fire and disaster plans, follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Follow the facility's Infection Control policy.
• Ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with kindness, dignity and respect.
• Report all grievances and complaints made by the resident to the Housekeeping/Laundry Manager.
• Maintain compliance with all HIPAA regulations.
• Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner.
• Assume accountability for all data contained in the employee's handbook.

Skills on Resume:

• Equipment Reporting (Hard Skills)
• Linen Procedures (Hard Skills)
• Supply Coordination (Hard Skills)
• Housekeeping Support (Soft Skills)
• Emergency Preparedness (Hard Skills)
• Infection Control (Hard Skills)
• Resident Respect (Soft Skills)
• HIPAA Compliance (Hard Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Sort soiled laundry according to departmental procedures for handling linen and for infection control.
• Load an appropriate amount of laundry into the washing machine and add the correct amount of detergent, or understand the automatic programs utilized.
• Maintain separation between soiled and clean laundry.
• Care for residents' personal laundry according to each individual's personal needs and preferences.
• Deliver clean laundry to residents' rooms.
• Request the resident's permission before entering the room.
• Follow facility procedures to ensure that personal laundry is always returned, without damage from the laundry process, to the correct owner.
• Operate laundry equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• Utilize personal protective equipment according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Follow all safety information and procedures when using chemical compounds.

Skills on Resume:

• Laundry Sorting (Hard Skills)
• Machine Loading (Hard Skills)
• Clean Separation (Hard Skills)
• Personalized Laundry Care (Soft Skills)
• Laundry Delivery (Hard Skills)
• Resident Courtesy (Soft Skills)
• Equipment Operation (Hard Skills)
• PPE Compliance (Hard Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Refer to product labels and Material Safety Data Sheets for information.
• Keep all products in original containers.
• Ask the supervisor for assistance if unsure of proper handling techniques.
• Inspect laundry item by item and report wear and damage to the supervisor.
• Return clean laundry and linens to units promptly.
• Stock linen carts and closets as scheduled.
• Notify supervisor of any difficulty in meeting unit needs for laundry.
• Place laundry carts in the proper position on units.
• Communicate with the supervisor throughout the shift.
• Report injury to self or others to the supervisor immediately.

Skills on Resume:

• MSDS Awareness (Hard Skills)
• Chemical Storage (Hard Skills)
• Supervisor Communication (Soft Skills)
• Laundry Inspection (Hard Skills)
• Timely Distribution (Hard Skills)
• Linen Stocking (Hard Skills)
• Cart Organization (Hard Skills)
• Incident Reporting (Hard Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Monitor the workplace for safety and fire hazards.
• Correct or report potential problems to the supervisor.
• Report housekeeping, maintenance and equipment problems promptly to the Director of Housekeeping and Laundry.
• Maintain the workplace in an orderly, clean manner.
• Store supplies and equipment in proper places when not in use.
• Assist the Director of Housekeeping and Laundry with preparation for state inspection.
• Accountable for attending survey training.
• Interact with state surveyors as instructed by the supervisor.
• Participate in fire and disaster drills.

Skills on Resume:

• Safety Awareness (Hard Skills)
• Problem Reporting (Hard Skills)
• Department Coordination (Soft Skills)
• Workplace Cleanliness (Hard Skills)
• Proper Storage (Hard Skills)
• Inspection Readiness (Hard Skills)
• Survey Training (Hard Skills)
• Emergency Drills (Soft Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Collect, sort, wash, dry, fold and distribute all bed and bath linens to residents.
• Sort soiled items requiring stain removal and/or treatment.
• Assist and/or launder residents' personal laundry in personal machines.
• Responsible for pressing/ironing garments.
• Accountable for labeling residents' personal laundry and linens.
• Clean dryer filters every 2 hours.
• Ensure an adequate supply of laundry supplies is maintained for 24/7 use.
• Advise the supervisor when laundry supplies are low.
• Keep laundry carts clean and in good working order.
• Properly stores equipment, tools and supplies.
• Return any "found" items promptly.
• Report any repairs, mechanical or equipment needs, to the supervisor.
• Report any questionable resident behaviors or unacceptable conditions to the supervisor.
• Report any resident concerns or complaints to the supervisor.

Skills on Resume:

• Linen Processing (Hard Skills)
• Stain Treatment (Hard Skills)
• Personal Laundry (Hard Skills)
• Garment Pressing (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Labeling (Hard Skills)
• Equipment Maintenance (Hard Skills)
• Supply Monitoring (Hard Skills)
• Issue Reporting (Soft Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Interpret work schedules and assignments, checking daily for changes.
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily schedules.
• Collect soiled linen, personal clothing of residents, towels, bed linens, etc.
• Sort soiled laundry, linen, garments, etc., separating routine laundry items from items that require stain removal treatments.
• Remove linen and clothing from the dryer, sort, fold and store or deliver.
• Responsible for reporting linen needs to be supervised.
• Clean equipment daily or more often, washing down the washer and dryer at the end of every shift.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of residents and resident information, as well as teammate and community information.
• Maintain dignity and respect for residents, teammates, and visitors' personal and property rights.
• Comply with established infection control and standard precautions practices.
• Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing services, as well as follow fire safety policies and procedures.
• Keep work area free of hazardous conditions, spills, excess laundry carts, baskets and supplies.
• Establish and encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth, and interest in residents' activity preferences and needs.
• Accountable for promoting CARING is Calling.

Skills on Resume:

• Schedule Interpretation (Hard Skills)
• Task Execution (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Collection (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Sorting (Hard Skills)
• Linen Handling (Hard Skills)
• Equipment Cleaning (Hard Skills)
• Resident Confidentiality (Soft Skills)
• Infection Control (Hard Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Collect and sort laundry and linen for facility and residents in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and established policies and procedures.
• Wash, dry and fold laundry for the facility and residents.
• Accountable for labeling resident clothing appropriately to ensure accurate redistribution.
• Complete necessary forms, reports, etc.
• Ensure smooth operations of the environmental services in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and established policies and procedures.
• Assist in the inventory and storage process of incoming supplies, etc.
• Work to maintain accuracy and organization in this process within applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and established policies and procedures.
• Address resident and family concerns in a professional manner and report those concerns to the Director of Environmental Services.
• Report allegations of abuse/neglect and reports to the proper organization leadership.
• Report hazardous incidents, including but not limited to injuries, equipment, etc., to the appropriate Manager/Supervisor.
• Implement and follow disaster plans in the event of an emergency.
• Assume additional duties and responsibilities as determined by the Director of Environmental Services.
• Maximize the stewardship of all resources.

Skills on Resume:

• Regulatory Compliance (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Processing (Hard Skills)
• Clothing Labeling (Hard Skills)
• Documentation Accuracy (Hard Skills)
• Supply Inventory (Hard Skills)
• Professional Communication (Soft Skills)
• Incident Reporting (Hard Skills)
• Emergency Response (Hard Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Ensure facility linens and residents' personal clothing items are properly collected, sorted, laundered, distributed, and/or stored according to facility policy.
• Keep accurate records of linen inventory.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety throughout designated areas.
• Ensure that all equipment is clean and in working condition at all times.
• Keep a stock of an adequate supply of laundry supplies.
• Maintain the cleanliness of facility materials.
• Clean, sort, and fold all linen used by residents and the facility.
• Deliver laundry to residents' rooms and the linen storage area.
• Mark resident clothing in accordance with facility policies.
• Maintain a clean work area at all times.

Skills on Resume:

• Linen Management (Hard Skills)
• Inventory Tracking (Hard Skills)
• Workplace Cleanliness (Hard Skills)
• Equipment Readiness (Hard Skills)
• Supply Stocking (Hard Skills)
• Material Sanitation (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Delivery (Hard Skills)
• Clothing Marking (Hard Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Clean resident rooms, washrooms, and common areas.
• Collect garbage, maintain supply of amenities such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, hand sanitizer, etc.
• Sweep and mop floors, dining rooms and common areas.
• Accountable for low and high dusting.
• Check the condition of the equipment and work in a safe manner.
• Schedule, pick up, wash, fold, deliver, and put away residents' laundry.
• Maintain building cleanliness.
• Responsible for taking out trash.
• Responsible for sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Follow waste disposal procedures in accordance with company policy.

Skills on Resume:

• Room Cleaning (Hard Skills)
• Amenity Restocking (Hard Skills)
• Floor Care (Hard Skills)
• Dusting Techniques (Hard Skills)
• Equipment Safety (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Handling (Hard Skills)
• Waste Disposal (Hard Skills)
• Facility Cleanliness (Soft Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Collect, weigh and sort linen/laundry from the entire facility/nursing home.
• Operate the washer, dryer, ergo tug, iron and label machine.
• Fold, hang and stack clean laundry/linen and distribute on clean carts for delivery.
• Deliver clean laundry/linen throughout the entire facility/nursing home.
• Clean all laundry equipment, including the washer, dryer, carts and tubs.
• Sort soiled and contaminated linen.
• Operate washers and dryers.
• Fold and distribute personal and facility linen in accordance with established facility policy.
• Ensure a safe environment.

Skills on Resume:

• Linen Collection (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Sorting (Hard Skills)
• Equipment Operation (Hard Skills)
• Linen Folding (Hard Skills)
• Laundry Distribution (Hard Skills)
• Equipment Cleaning (Hard Skills)
• Contaminated Handling (Hard Skills)
• Safety Awareness (Soft Skills)