Supervisor EVS/Linen

The Supervisor EVS/Linen is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Environmental Services and Linen Department at Advocate Health. This includes supervising staff, ensuring quality and timeliness of work, and implementing department policies and procedures.

• Staff Supervision
  • Inspect work in progress and upon completion for quality and timeliness of completion
  • Conduct new associate training and department orientation
  • Conduct on-going education of staff; annual safety competencies, etc.
  • Responsible for the implementation of all department policies and procedures
  • Ensures staff assignments are completed and deadlines are met
• Operations Management
  • Ensures timely cleaning of beds/rooms/areas for patient admissions/transfers/treatment
  • Monitors bed board and demonstrates excellent skills in the use of teletracking
  • Completes sanitation quality control check list and provides feedback to Environmental Services staff and customers
  • Participates in weekly Environmental of Care Rounds with Infection Control and/or safety personnel to evaluate cleanliness of areas
• Administrative Duties
  • Performs general supervisory duties, including initiating disciplinary actions and recommending termination of associates
  • Completes and submits performance reviews for all Environmental services and Linen staff
  • Interviews candidates for open positions and recommends hiring of staff
  • Issues supplies to staff and ensures adherence to cost containment programs
• Planning and Scheduling
  • Plans and supervises the day-to-day operations of the Environmental Services and Linen Department
  • Prepares schedules and assignments ensuring all job tasks are assigned and areas are properly staffed
  • Ensures all cleaning frequencies are scheduled and completed within specified time frames
  Requirements
  • Education/Experience
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • 3 years leadership experience in a service department (hospital setting preferred)
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • Good supervisory skills in scheduling, planning, evaluating, training, and coaching Environmental Services Associates
    • Good skills in identifying and resolving conflicts constructively
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong organizational and prioritizing skills
    • Strongly detailed and results-oriented
    • Strong interpersonal skills
    • Highly motivated, exercises initiative
    • Strong computer skills and strong skills in using Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
    • Demands which require walking, standing, bending, climbing, and lifting throughout the work day
    • Able to observe the work of others and provide feedback to enhance performance
    • Able to meet time constraints in a fast-paced environment