Nursing Home Housekeeping Checklist

This Nursing Home Housekeeping Checklist is designed to ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and safety standards are maintained for the well-being of residents and staff. Complete each task diligently, focusing on thoroughness and attention to detail.

Resident Rooms

Bed Area:

• Change bed linens

• Make bed neatly

• Dust and wipe down bedside tables

• Vacuum or mop floor

Bathroom:

• Clean and sanitize toilet, sink, and shower or bathtub

• Refill toiletries if necessary

• Restock toilet paper and hand towels

• Sweep and mop floor

General:

• Dust surfaces including furniture, windowsills, and light fixtures

• Empty trash bins and replace liners

• Wipe down mirrors

• Check for any maintenance issues or safety hazards

Common Areas

Hallways:

• Vacuum or mop floors

• Dust and wipe down handrails

• Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces (e.g., door handles, light switches)

Dining Areas:

• Wipe down tables and chairs

• Sweep and mop floors

• Empty trash bins and replace liners

Lounges or Recreation Areas:

• Dust and wipe down furniture

• Vacuum upholstered furniture

• Clean windows and window sills

• Arrange seating areas neatly

Reception Area:

• Dust and wipe down reception desk

• Clean windows and doors

• Organize magazines or reading materials

• Sweep or vacuum floor

Kitchen and Dining Areas

• Sanitize all food preparation surfaces

• Clean and organize fridge

• Maintain clean and dry floors

• Empty and clean trash bins

• Ensure plates, glasses, and utensils are clean and stored properly

Laundry

• Wash, fold and distribute linens

• Empty and clean lint traps in dryers

• Sanitize laundry facilities regularly

• Maintain a record of laundry services

• Ensure laundry supplies are stocked

Outdoor Areas

• Clear pathways of debris and snow, if applicable

• Maintain clean and tidy garden areas

• Ensure all outdoor furniture is clean and in good repair

• Empty outdoor trash cans regularly

• Keep outdoor spaces well-lit and secure

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