Head Nurse plans and implements the overall nursing policies, procedures, and services for a unit. Maintains nursing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training clinical staff. Being a Head Nurse ensures that nurses are current in competencies, assessments, licensure, certifications, and other annual training. May provide direct patient care and is responsible for assessing, planning, and evaluating patients. Additionally, Head Nurse requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Typically requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
HEAD START TEACHER ASSISTANT
Full-time 10-month position
General Statement of Job
The responsibilities of the Teacher Assistant are supportive in nature. Under the general supervision of the Lead Teacher, the duties of the Teacher Assistant may be instructional or non-instructional. These include assisting with planning and program implementation, clerical duties, housekeeping duties, and caregiving, as well as bus duties.
Required qualifications
Essential duties and responsibilities
Additional duties
Essential knowledge and abilities
The abilities described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.