Job Description
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
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 theMercyOneFamily!We are looking to hirea Primary caregiver
Asa Primary caregiveratMercyOne, you will provide care for children ranging in age from six weeks to two years. Programs are designed around the developmental needs ofthe children.
Actively knows, understands, incorporates, anddemonstratesthe organization’s mission and core values, including the Guiding Behaviors and Caring Model Principles, andalways conducts oneselfin a manner consistent with these values.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal,Stateand local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedurestoensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest,ethicaland professional behavior.
Demonstrates specific customer focused behaviors relating to attitude, privacy/confidentiality, communication skills, and professional behavior.
Understands andattemptsto meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of the infant, toddler, assesses needs and responds appropriately.
Makes parents and teachers awareas towhenthe child is developmentally ready to move to the next classroom.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Maintains a professional, collaborative work environmentso as tofoster a positive public image for Mercy Medical Center.
Knows and adheres to all laws and regulationspertaining topatient health,safetyand medical information (i.e.HIPAA, Stark, etc.)
Must have well developed communicationskills,strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.
Must like and be patient with children.
Must be able toaccompanythe children on outside field trips.
Must have fundamental knowledge of the growth and development of the child, with particular emphasis on infants and toddlers.
Mustbe flexible.
Mustdemonstrategood hygiene techniquesin accordance withCenter guidelines.
Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based onthe changing needs of the department and/or the organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES
(EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED):
Education, Licensure and Certification
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 specifiedtimeframesas required by organizational/regulatory standards.
Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training iswithin 6 months of hireand every 3 years thereafter.
Experience:
One to twoyearspreviouswork experience with children and/or schooling in Early Childhood Education is highly desirable.
Colleagues ofMercyOneHealth System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughoutthe system!
VisitMercyOne Careersto learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you atMercyOneHealth Systemcircleofcare.
Want to learn more aboutMercyOneDubuque? Click here:Find a Location Dubuque, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Dubuque
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Dubuque, Iowa |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://jobs.trinity-health.org/search-results |
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. In fiscal year 2023, the Livonia, Michigan-based health system invested $1.5 billion in its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
Skills
- Cancerunmatched
- Cardiologyunmatched
- Childcareunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Community and Social Servicesunmatched
- Customer Relationsunmatched
- Customer/Consumer Behaviorunmatched
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)unmatched
- Healthcareunmatched
- Hospitalunmatched
- Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
- Medical Imagingunmatched
- Medical Recordsunmatched
- Needs Assessmentunmatched
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)unmatched
- Nursingunmatched
- Nursing Homeunmatched
- Orthopedicsunmatched
- Outpatient Careunmatched
- Palliative Careunmatched
- Patient Careunmatched
- Quality of Careunmatched
- Regulationsunmatched
- Retailunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
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