Sherry Williams
Hermitage,PA
Summary
Experienced with sanitation and cleanliness procedures, ensuring optimal hygiene. Utilizes effective cleaning methods to maintain high standards. Track record of reliability and thoroughness in all housekeeping tasks.
Diligent Desired Position with strong background in maintaining clean and sanitary environments. Successfully implemented efficient cleaning protocols, ensuring high standards of hygiene. Demonstrated effective time management and attention to detail in all tasks.
Professional housekeeping expert with focus on maintaining cleanliness and organization. Proven ability to enhance sanitation procedures and contribute to healthier environment. Known for reliability and adaptability, excelling in collaborative settings and meeting dynamic needs. Skilled in cleaning techniques and maintaining hygiene standards.
Environment services professional with experience in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in various settings. Strong focus on teamwork, reliability, and adaptability to meet changing needs. Skilled in using cleaning equipment, handling hazardous materials, and following safety protocols. Known for thoroughness, efficiency, and commitment to high standards.
Hardworking Environmental Services Housekeeper with background in medical housekeeping services and strong work ethic. Managed housekeeping team in large hospital complex for Number years. Excellent communications skills and high cleanliness standards leading to outstanding results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Services Housekeeper
UPMC Horizon
Upmc Horizon Grnvle
06.2019 - Current
- Moved chairs, desks, and beds around rooms to clean behind and underneath furniture.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities or urgent situations requiring immediate attention in the work environment.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors through diligent inspection and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Showcased exceptional work ethic and reliability, contributing to team success and maintaining high levels of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Enhanced cleanliness standards by consistently adhering to established protocols and using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks with thorough cleaning practices and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment to meet facility's predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards.
- Improved infection control measures by meticulously disinfecting high-touch areas in patient rooms, restrooms, and common spaces.
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing workload based on urgency and importance.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment, and reduce odors and debris.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by maintaining clean, orderly, and welcoming environments throughout the facility.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Removed hazardous and medical waste from exam rooms, treatment rooms, and surgery suites to minimize risks to patients and medical personnel.
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate good customer service techniques.
Patient Transporter
UPMC Horizon
UPMC Horizon GRNVLE
07.2014 - 09.2019
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Reduced patient anxiety during transport by maintaining open communication and answering questions.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
- Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' needs while being transported around the facility, ensuring their dignity was preserved at all times.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
CNA
UPMC Horizon
07.2007 - 06.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Education
Certificate - Medical Secretarial Sciences
Shenango Valley School of Business
Sharon, PA05.1985
Skills
Clean and sanitize all areas followed isolation precautions
Timeline
Environmental Services Housekeeper
UPMC Horizon
06.2019 - Current
Patient Transporter
UPMC Horizon
07.2014 - 09.2019
CNA
UPMC Horizon
07.2007 - 06.2014
Certificate - Medical Secretarial Sciences
Shenango Valley School of Business