Patient Discharge Cleaning
Complete before next patient admission.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Per discharge
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Environmental Services
- Total Items: 31
- Compliance: CDC Guidelines, Joint Commission, CMS CoP
High-Touch Surfaces
Disinfect high-touch points.
- Bed rails disinfected?
- Call button disinfected?
- Light switches disinfected?
- Door handles disinfected?
- TV remote disinfected?
Furniture & Equipment
Clean all furniture.
- Bed thoroughly cleaned?
- Mattress cleaned/changed?
- Overbed table cleaned?
- Chairs cleaned?
Bathroom
Deep clean bathroom.
- Toilet cleaned and disinfected?
- Sink and counter cleaned?
- Shower/tub cleaned?
- Bathroom floor mopped?
Floor & Final
Complete room preparation.
- Room floor mopped?
- All trash removed?
- Fresh linens placed?
- Room supplies stocked?
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
Operational Standards Check
Verify operational standards and procedures are maintained
- Standard operating procedures being followed?
- All equipment in proper working condition?
- Maintenance schedule current?
- All staff training current and documented?
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Why Use This Patient Discharge Cleaning?
This patient discharge cleaning helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for environmental services professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: per discharge.
Ensures compliance with CDC Guidelines, Joint Commission, CMS CoP. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Patient Discharge Cleaning cover?
This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 7 sections: High-Touch Surfaces, Furniture & Equipment, Bathroom, Floor & Final, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification, Operational Standards Check. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per discharge. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Patient Discharge Cleaning?
This checklist is designed for Environmental Services professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.