Managers in long-term care facilities and assisted living communities should be familiar with basic laundry operations. This course will review laundry equipment, wash cycle chemistry, and drying techniques.
The goal of this course is to provide skilled nursing administrators and assisted living managers with an overview of effective laundry operations.
Managers in long-term care facilities and assisted living communities should be familiar with basic laundry operations. This course will review laundry equipment, wash cycle chemistry, and drying techniques. The goal of this course is to provide skilled nursing administrators and assisted living managers with an overview of effective laundry operations.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Laundry Operations Equipment
Laundry Importance
Washers
Dryers
Sizing
Irons
Review
Summary
Section 3: Laundry Wash Chemistry and Best Practices
Primary Goals
pH Scale
Bleach
Softener
Cutting Costs
Establish a Relationship
Soil Redeposition
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
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Mr. Thompson is currently serving as Director of Facilities with Sodexo Management Services and has a BS in Civil Engineering, an MS in Management, and a Master's in Healthcare Administration. He is a licensed nursing home administrator and has worked in the healthcare industry for more than 25 years. He has been published in various professional publications and taught courses in Facilities Management at Duke University. Before his healthcare experience, he retired as a commissioned officer from the U.S. Navy. Disclosure: James J. Thompson, MHA, NHA has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
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