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St. John Lutheran Home

Housekeeping Aide

Springfield, MN · On-site

$15.31 - $17.06/hr

... throughout the nursing home. Schedule * Primary hours: 6:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. * Hours per week ... Previous housekeeping or healthcare experience preferred, but not required * Must be able to meet ...

Oak Hill Manor

Housekeeping Aide

Ithaca, NY · On-site

$16/hr

Housekeeping Aide Oak Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare is now hiring Nursing Home Housekeeping Aides to work for our skilled nursing facility located in Ithaca, NY. The ideal candidate will have ...

Brentwood Nursing Home

Housekeeper

Warwick, RI · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Brentwood Nursing Home facility in Warwick, Rhode Island, is seeking a meticulous Housekeeper to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation for our cherished residents and guests. We ...

Missions Inc

Housekeeping & Laundry Aide

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$19.47/hr

Housekeeping & Laundry Aide Location: Plymouth, MN - Onsite Job Type: Part-time, Nonexempt, Union ... Environmental Services Director Salary/Pay Range: $19.47 per hour About Mission Nursing Home (MNH ...

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How much do housekeeping nursing home jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for housekeeping nursing home in the United States is $19.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Housekeeping Nursing Home job?

A Housekeeping Nursing Home job involves maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in a nursing home facility. Responsibilities include cleaning patient rooms, common areas, restrooms, and ensuring infection control procedures are followed. Housekeepers play a vital role in creating a safe and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The job may also include tasks like laundry, stocking supplies, and disposing of waste properly. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently are important for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Housekeeping Nursing Home position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Housekeeping staff member in a nursing home, you need knowledge of cleaning procedures, attention to sanitation, and the ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with commercial cleaning equipment and following infection control protocols is usually required, and some employers may offer or require training in OSHA safety standards. Soft skills such as reliability, compassion, and good communication are highly valued in this environment. These skills are vital because they ensure a safe, hygienic, and comfortable environment for vulnerable residents while supporting the broader care team.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for Housekeeping staff in a nursing home?

Housekeeping staff in a nursing home are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of resident rooms, common areas, bathrooms, and nursing facilities. This includes tasks like dusting, vacuuming, mopping, changing linens, properly disposing of waste, and restocking sanitation supplies. You will often interact with residents and nursing staff, which requires a respectful and supportive approach. Maintaining high standards of hygiene is crucial for resident health and safety, making your role a key part of the overall care team.
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Infographic showing various Housekeeping Nursing Home job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,410 per year, or $19.9 per hour.
Housekeeper (Nursing Home)- Full Time

Housekeeper (Nursing Home)- Full Time

Medical Facilities of America

Wilmington, DE • On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 227 rated social care providers

Job description

Positions Summary:
A Housekeeping Assistant is selected to perform cleaning tasks in order to maintain a clean and sanitary facility. The housekeeper must be trained or experienced in the proper cleaning methods in accordance with the health and sanitation code requirements of the State and/or local authorities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The building and all its parts and facilities shall be kept in clean, neat and attractive. The safety and comfort of residents shall be the first consideration.
All walls, floors, ceilings, windows and fixtures shall be kept clean. Interior walls and floors shall be of a character to permit frequent and easy cleaning.
The facility shall be kept free of unnecessary accumulations of personal possessions, boxes, trunks, suitcases, papers, unused furniture, bed clothing, linens, bric-a-brac and similar items.
Patient's rooms will be cleaned daily.
Pull furniture out, as needed and dust all furniture.
Dry and wet mop all floors.
Clean mirrors, bed frames, walls of rooms and hallways, including trim along the bottom of walls and handrails. Patient bathrooms will be cleaned twice daily
Required Competencies:
QUALITY & PRODUCTIVITY
Provides high quality services, processes and programs while consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes and enhance the facility. Meets or exceeds goals and objectives and consistently engages in productive work effort requiring, minimal direction from manager.
PROFESSIONALISM
Demonstrates self-control by maintaining composure in difficult situations; deals calmly and effectively with stressful situations. Projects a professional image of oneself and the organization and demonstrates a positive attitude towards work and the organization.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Demonstrates commitment to the position and accepts responsibility for personal actions.
COLLABORATION & TEAMWORK
Supports a positive team environment in which employees participate, respect and cooperate with each other to achieve desired results. Builds and sustains cooperative working relationships and demonstrates a positive attitude in work assignments and interaction with others.
COMMUNICATION
Expresses self in a knowledgeable, coherent, and professional manner. Works to resolve conflict and promotes an open and honest environment for feedback and constructive criticism.

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