Hospitality Aide
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse and Director of Nursing, the Hospitality Aide performs non-direct resident care duties within the scope of nursing assistant experience and assists in maintaining a positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Transport laundry barrels to the laundry room; retrieve and stock clean linens; make unoccupied beds and maintain fully stocked linen carts.
  • Clean and sanitize water pitchers; ensure fresh water is available at residents’ bedsides.
  • Offer water, juices, and hydration snacks in accordance with resident diets to those able to drink independently.
  • Clean wheelchairs, beds, nursing equipment, resident personal hygiene items, and other items as directed.
  • Promptly clean spills, including urine or bowel excretions, to maintain a safe environment.
  • Follow all safety guidelines and properly use equipment; report equipment needing service or repair immediately.
  • Assist with pre- and post-meal grooming, including hand and face washing, and escort residents to and from the dining room.
  • Answer call lights promptly and determine whether requests fall within non-direct care responsibilities.
  • Support oral hygiene by setting up tooth brushing, providing denture care, and helping maintain oral cleanliness.
  • Assist with transporting residents to and from activities and meals; walk with ambulatory residents or transport via wheelchair as needed.
  • Follow resident assignments and schedules as directed by the Charge Nurse.
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Requirements
  • Must be able to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
  • Must be able to maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and remove assistive devices as needed to clean equipment properly.
  • Must comply with all local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the use of mechanical devices):
  • Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community agencies.
  • Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting.
  • Adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks.

Work Environment:

  • Long-term care facility setting.
  • Exposure to residents with varying levels of care needs.
  • May include evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Core Competencies:

  • Resident-centered care
  • Professionalism and ethical conduct
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Cultural sensitivity and respect

Employer Statement:

The facility is an equal opportunity employer. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.