Primary caregiver - Day Care Center - Full time-Days

Trinity Health•Dubuque, IA

23d•Onsite

About The Position

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Dubuque is the leading hospital in the tri-states, offering the only comprehensive cardiology center and Level II regional neonatal intensive care unit in the area as well as the newly constructed MercyOne Dubuque Cancer Center. Other services include a trauma center, a CARF-accredited inpatient rehabilitation unit, orthopedics, retail pharmacies, palliative care and a wide range of outpatient and community services. MercyOne operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units and a 40-bed nursing home. In recognition of the strength of its nursing service and the overall quality of patient care, MercyOne Dubuque has been designated a Magnet hospital four consecutive times – the nation’s most prestigious award for nursing excellence. Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Primary caregiver As a Primary caregiver at MercyOne, you will provide care for children ranging in age from six weeks to two years. Programs are designed around the developmental needs of the children. Actively knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the organization’s mission and core values, including the Guiding Behaviors and Caring Model Principles, and always conducts oneself in a manner consistent with these values. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior. Demonstrates specific customer focused behaviors relating to attitude, privacy/confidentiality, communication skills, and professional behavior. Understands and attempts to meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of the infant, toddler, assesses needs and responds appropriately. Makes parents and teachers aware as to when the child is developmentally ready to move to the next classroom.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Must earn 6 hours of continuing education in Early Childhood Education per year.
Must meet all mandatory education and training requirements within specified timeframes as required by organizational/regulatory standards.
Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
Must have well developed communication skills, strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
Must like and be patient with children.
Must be flexible.
Must demonstrate good hygiene techniques in accordance with Center guidelines.
Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based on the changing needs of the department and/or the organization.

Nice To Haves

One to two years previous work experience with children and/or schooling in Early Childhood Education is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide care for children ranging in age from six weeks to two years.
Understand and attempt to meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of the infant, toddler, assess needs and respond appropriately.
Make parents and teachers aware as to when the child is developmentally ready to move to the next classroom.
Accompany the children on outside field trips.