Day care worker job description
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Example day care worker requirements on a job description
Day care worker requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in day care worker job postings.
Sample day care worker requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current CPR and first aid certification
- Ability to pass background checks
- Knowledge of local and state childcare regulations
- Experience working with young children
Sample required day care worker soft skills
- Strong communication skills
- Patience and understanding
- Ability to manage a classroom environment
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to work well with parents and guardians
Day care worker job description example 1
Mental Health Resource Center day care worker job description
*Mental Health Resource Center*,a comprehensive mental health center and Joint Commission accredited organization, is seeking *Behavioral Healthcare Assistants *to provide patient care and assistance.
Behavioral Health Assistants provide competency based direct care to children, adolescents and adults on our inpatient behavioral health units. Behavioral Health Assistants assist in providing a safe, clean and therapeutic environment for our patients. These inpatient units provide crisis stabilization services and most patients are admitted involuntarily to the facility via the Baker Act, the mental health act of Florida. The normal length of stay on the unit for patients is typically 3-5 days. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual who is dedicated to providing a caring, therapeutic environment and who enjoys working in a team atmosphere. We provide a variety of training, including but not limited to Crisis Intervention, CPR, Diagnosis and Behaviors, Ethics, and Confidentiality.
Each team member contributes to the completeness and confidentiality of clinical records by ensuring documentation, paperwork and system entries meet internal and external guidelines for content, accuracy and timeliness.
Some of the responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
* Monitors behaviors and documents observed behaviors as indicated in the patient record.
* Provides ongoing attention and interaction with patients in order to establish supportive relationships, learn patient concerns and goals and work to assist patients in achieving successful outcomes.
* Assists patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living skills (ADLs) in accordance with age, cultural consideration and level of functioning based on current acuity and diagnosis.
* Ensures implementation of the daily schedule that meets patients' needs and interests.
* Performs safety checks at a minimum of 15 minute intervals on patients in accordance with policy and procedure or as directed by supervisor.
* Supervises patients during fresh air breaks and visitation periods.
* Remains knowledgeable of admission/discharge status, patient level and privileges/restrictions, special information, treatment plan and unusual events.
* Performs and documents vital signs on patients, under direct supervision of Registered Nurse.
*Position Requirements: *
In order to be considered, candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic (PMD) certification preferred.
One year experience working in direct patient care preferred.
Excellent customer service skills are essential and this individual must be able to interact appropriately with internal and external customers, including patients, families, caregivers, community service providers, supervisory staff and other department professionals.
*Position Details: *
Full Time Day Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm (rotating weekends)/ MHRC North and South/ Adult Unit
*_Full Time positions include a comprehensive benefits package._*
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
* Psychiatry
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
PPE required for all staff. Temperature checks for all staff, patients, and visitors. Limited visitors at all facilities. 6 foot social distancing, when possible.
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
* direct patient care: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CNA/EMT (Preferred)
Shift availability:
* Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Behavioral Health Assistants provide competency based direct care to children, adolescents and adults on our inpatient behavioral health units. Behavioral Health Assistants assist in providing a safe, clean and therapeutic environment for our patients. These inpatient units provide crisis stabilization services and most patients are admitted involuntarily to the facility via the Baker Act, the mental health act of Florida. The normal length of stay on the unit for patients is typically 3-5 days. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual who is dedicated to providing a caring, therapeutic environment and who enjoys working in a team atmosphere. We provide a variety of training, including but not limited to Crisis Intervention, CPR, Diagnosis and Behaviors, Ethics, and Confidentiality.
Each team member contributes to the completeness and confidentiality of clinical records by ensuring documentation, paperwork and system entries meet internal and external guidelines for content, accuracy and timeliness.
Some of the responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
* Monitors behaviors and documents observed behaviors as indicated in the patient record.
* Provides ongoing attention and interaction with patients in order to establish supportive relationships, learn patient concerns and goals and work to assist patients in achieving successful outcomes.
* Assists patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living skills (ADLs) in accordance with age, cultural consideration and level of functioning based on current acuity and diagnosis.
* Ensures implementation of the daily schedule that meets patients' needs and interests.
* Performs safety checks at a minimum of 15 minute intervals on patients in accordance with policy and procedure or as directed by supervisor.
* Supervises patients during fresh air breaks and visitation periods.
* Remains knowledgeable of admission/discharge status, patient level and privileges/restrictions, special information, treatment plan and unusual events.
* Performs and documents vital signs on patients, under direct supervision of Registered Nurse.
*Position Requirements: *
In order to be considered, candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic (PMD) certification preferred.
One year experience working in direct patient care preferred.
Excellent customer service skills are essential and this individual must be able to interact appropriately with internal and external customers, including patients, families, caregivers, community service providers, supervisory staff and other department professionals.
*Position Details: *
Full Time Day Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm (rotating weekends)/ MHRC North and South/ Adult Unit
*_Full Time positions include a comprehensive benefits package._*
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
* Psychiatry
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
PPE required for all staff. Temperature checks for all staff, patients, and visitors. Limited visitors at all facilities. 6 foot social distancing, when possible.
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
* direct patient care: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CNA/EMT (Preferred)
Shift availability:
* Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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Day care worker job description example 2
Sharp HealthCare day care worker job description
Facility:Copley Drive
CitySan Diego
Department
Job Status
Regular
Shift
Day
FTE
1
Shift Start Time
Shift End Time
California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Bachelor's Degree
Hours
Shift Start Time:
8 AM
Shift End Time:
5 PM
Additional Shift Information:
Weekend Requirements:
No Weekends
On-Call Required:
No
What You Will DoAssists patients, staff and providers as needed to maintain a high level of efficiency of operations and customer service while providing quality care to a designated patient population. Responsible for supervising and coordinating operations of assigned departments. Provides direct patient care in the clinical setting. Acts as a patient and employee advocate, works cooperatively with physicians and assures communications with and among staff and managers in accordance with the Sharp Rees-Stealy mission and goals statements.Required Qualifications
+ 3 Years RN experience in related clinical area.
+ Leadership experience.
+ California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing -REQUIRED
+ AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
Preferred Qualifications
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ Management experience in ambulatory care.
Essential Functions
+ Budget development and adherence Develop and implement the budget for assigned departments.Maintain cost efficiency to achieve budget results in regards to supply orders, staffing and equipment.Monitors monthly trends and financial performance.Ensures equipment and personnel requirements are identified and included for budget consideration.
+ Department efficiency and effectiveness Staffing-Ensures appropriate level of staffing (flex up and down) and assesses requests for time off (including breaks, late/early arrivals/departures and vacations). Works with Staffing Specialist to ensure coverage and/or provide adequate alternatives. Maintains attendance records on staffing and ensures attendance and overtime compliance. Monitors level of staffing to ensure appropriate service delivery.Timecards-Collects time cards and checks for accuracy, prepares for approval and submits to payroll by deadline. Monitors and tracks overtime/NB.Employee Certification- Organizes and maintains nursing licenses and staff certifications to ensure current validity.Daily Organization/Effectiveness-Ensures prompt and efficient return of messages in the department. Monitors patient flow, provider schedules and completion of daily tasks in the department to ensure quality and service standards.Policy & Procedure-Monitors policy and procedure compliance within the department. Implements procedural changes, such as new protocols, and educates staff to changes. May maintain policy and procedures manuals and/or sit on Policy and Procedure Committee relevant to department functions and front desk operations.
+ Human resource management New Hires and Orientation: Completes initial screening interview and involves appropriate provider(s) in final hiring decision. Completes paperwork and submits training calendar and skills roster within 90 days. Oversees orientation of new employees to assure appropriate clinical performance and service delivery.Staff Training and Development: Schedules and coordinates clinical and technical in-services, customer service in-services, mock codes and pharmacy fairs. Provide ongoing clinical and service support and supervision.Corrective Action: Coaches and utilizes corrective action with employees in a pro-active, legally acceptable manner compatible with company policy. Documents corrective action and communicates to manager as appropriate.Evaluations: Communicates performance expectation to staff, assesses developmental needs and initiates action plans to address issues and build skills. Maintains schedule of evaluation dates. Prepares, distributes and collects pre-evaluation paperwork. Accurately completes performance appraisals before the employee anniversary date, with clear documentation supporting rating.Leadership: Consistently pro-active in team development and in problem-solving to meet department goals. Conducts assigned departments meetings to assess and resolve needs, issues and foster ongoing communication/cooperation. Develops and implements action plans that address needs. Facilitates inter-departmental cooperation and teamwork; participates in committees, task forces, special activities or projects. Acts as a resource and role model for staff.
+ Quality assurance Educates staff about quality clinical and service standards. Integrates team approach by delegating various QA responsibilities to staff members and following-up on compliance.Maintains continuous compliance of Quality Standards. Maintains QA book or data sheets on assigned departments. Brings any quality issues to the attention of the manager.Develops specific quality standards for assigned departments. Reviews reports and implements action plans to improve service standards.Ensures instruction and compliance of departmental staff with daily/weekly/monthly QA requirements. Yearly average of assigned departments: 95%=Great, 94-90%= Good, <90%=NI.
+ Technical skills Nursing-Demonstrates advanced clinical nursing skills in designated area as measured by providing direct patient care and successfully performing duties of the nursing staff in all areas of responsibility. Demonstrates technical expertise and competence, within the established scope of practice. Acts as clinical resource for the designated areas of responsibility.Clinical Expertise-Demonstrates strong nursing skill in the areas of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Demonstrates technical expertise and competency within scope of practice, acts as a clinical resource for the designated area of responsibility. Partners with physicians to continuously learn and expand clinical knowledge base.Triage/ Messages-Listen to patients, collect pertinent information and assess patient's need, recognize the urgency of the patient's problem, offer advice and recommendations based on approved protocols or route to physicians, schedule appointments. Assist in ensuring telephone messages are returned.Patient Education-In partnership with provider's requests, assist with developing patient education material or provide individual teaching (explanation) in regards to common problems within the designated area of responsibility.Participate in clinical projects as directed by the physician or manager.AEHR - Demonstrate typing skills proficiency by: Using a keyboard, required to type proficiently and accurately; Have the ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute with 0-2 errors; Have the ability to proof work.Front Desk - Provides assistance to staff in resolving issues related to front desk responsibilities including scheduling, cashiering and telephone management. Acts as a positive role model and ensures appropriate service delivery.Applications - Ensures compliance with established policies, procedures and guidelines for 0CM, BAR, Scheduling and other applications.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
+ Proficient clinical skills, nursing judgment and IV skills.
Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class
CitySan Diego
Department
Job Status
Regular
Shift
Day
FTE
1
Shift Start Time
Shift End Time
California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Bachelor's Degree
Hours
Shift Start Time:
8 AM
Shift End Time:
5 PM
Additional Shift Information:
Weekend Requirements:
No Weekends
On-Call Required:
No
What You Will DoAssists patients, staff and providers as needed to maintain a high level of efficiency of operations and customer service while providing quality care to a designated patient population. Responsible for supervising and coordinating operations of assigned departments. Provides direct patient care in the clinical setting. Acts as a patient and employee advocate, works cooperatively with physicians and assures communications with and among staff and managers in accordance with the Sharp Rees-Stealy mission and goals statements.Required Qualifications
+ 3 Years RN experience in related clinical area.
+ Leadership experience.
+ California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing -REQUIRED
+ AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
Preferred Qualifications
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ Management experience in ambulatory care.
Essential Functions
+ Budget development and adherence Develop and implement the budget for assigned departments.Maintain cost efficiency to achieve budget results in regards to supply orders, staffing and equipment.Monitors monthly trends and financial performance.Ensures equipment and personnel requirements are identified and included for budget consideration.
+ Department efficiency and effectiveness Staffing-Ensures appropriate level of staffing (flex up and down) and assesses requests for time off (including breaks, late/early arrivals/departures and vacations). Works with Staffing Specialist to ensure coverage and/or provide adequate alternatives. Maintains attendance records on staffing and ensures attendance and overtime compliance. Monitors level of staffing to ensure appropriate service delivery.Timecards-Collects time cards and checks for accuracy, prepares for approval and submits to payroll by deadline. Monitors and tracks overtime/NB.Employee Certification- Organizes and maintains nursing licenses and staff certifications to ensure current validity.Daily Organization/Effectiveness-Ensures prompt and efficient return of messages in the department. Monitors patient flow, provider schedules and completion of daily tasks in the department to ensure quality and service standards.Policy & Procedure-Monitors policy and procedure compliance within the department. Implements procedural changes, such as new protocols, and educates staff to changes. May maintain policy and procedures manuals and/or sit on Policy and Procedure Committee relevant to department functions and front desk operations.
+ Human resource management New Hires and Orientation: Completes initial screening interview and involves appropriate provider(s) in final hiring decision. Completes paperwork and submits training calendar and skills roster within 90 days. Oversees orientation of new employees to assure appropriate clinical performance and service delivery.Staff Training and Development: Schedules and coordinates clinical and technical in-services, customer service in-services, mock codes and pharmacy fairs. Provide ongoing clinical and service support and supervision.Corrective Action: Coaches and utilizes corrective action with employees in a pro-active, legally acceptable manner compatible with company policy. Documents corrective action and communicates to manager as appropriate.Evaluations: Communicates performance expectation to staff, assesses developmental needs and initiates action plans to address issues and build skills. Maintains schedule of evaluation dates. Prepares, distributes and collects pre-evaluation paperwork. Accurately completes performance appraisals before the employee anniversary date, with clear documentation supporting rating.Leadership: Consistently pro-active in team development and in problem-solving to meet department goals. Conducts assigned departments meetings to assess and resolve needs, issues and foster ongoing communication/cooperation. Develops and implements action plans that address needs. Facilitates inter-departmental cooperation and teamwork; participates in committees, task forces, special activities or projects. Acts as a resource and role model for staff.
+ Quality assurance Educates staff about quality clinical and service standards. Integrates team approach by delegating various QA responsibilities to staff members and following-up on compliance.Maintains continuous compliance of Quality Standards. Maintains QA book or data sheets on assigned departments. Brings any quality issues to the attention of the manager.Develops specific quality standards for assigned departments. Reviews reports and implements action plans to improve service standards.Ensures instruction and compliance of departmental staff with daily/weekly/monthly QA requirements. Yearly average of assigned departments: 95%=Great, 94-90%= Good, <90%=NI.
+ Technical skills Nursing-Demonstrates advanced clinical nursing skills in designated area as measured by providing direct patient care and successfully performing duties of the nursing staff in all areas of responsibility. Demonstrates technical expertise and competence, within the established scope of practice. Acts as clinical resource for the designated areas of responsibility.Clinical Expertise-Demonstrates strong nursing skill in the areas of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Demonstrates technical expertise and competency within scope of practice, acts as a clinical resource for the designated area of responsibility. Partners with physicians to continuously learn and expand clinical knowledge base.Triage/ Messages-Listen to patients, collect pertinent information and assess patient's need, recognize the urgency of the patient's problem, offer advice and recommendations based on approved protocols or route to physicians, schedule appointments. Assist in ensuring telephone messages are returned.Patient Education-In partnership with provider's requests, assist with developing patient education material or provide individual teaching (explanation) in regards to common problems within the designated area of responsibility.Participate in clinical projects as directed by the physician or manager.AEHR - Demonstrate typing skills proficiency by: Using a keyboard, required to type proficiently and accurately; Have the ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute with 0-2 errors; Have the ability to proof work.Front Desk - Provides assistance to staff in resolving issues related to front desk responsibilities including scheduling, cashiering and telephone management. Acts as a positive role model and ensures appropriate service delivery.Applications - Ensures compliance with established policies, procedures and guidelines for 0CM, BAR, Scheduling and other applications.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
+ Proficient clinical skills, nursing judgment and IV skills.
Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class
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Updated March 14, 2024
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