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)
Community Action Agency: Tri-County Opportunities Council
Program: Early Head Start/Head Start Program
Tri-County Opportunities Council Community Action Agency
History: On May 18, 1965, Tri-County Opportunities Council, Communication Action Agency, was incorporated as a not for profit corporation in the State of Illinois for the following purposes
Although the Articles of Incorporation have been amended four times in order to increase the number of counties served and new program options, the purpose of the Agency remains essentially the same.
Mission Statement: Tri-County Opportunities Council will investigate the impact of poverty throughout our nine county service area and will work, in partnership with individuals, families and communities to provide opportunities that supports movement towards stability and self-sufficiency.
Early Head Start/Head Start Program
The Tri-County Opportunities Council Early Head Start/Head Start Program serves 633 expectant mothers and children ages birth to five in the nine Illinois Counties of Bureau, Carroll, LaSalle, Lee, Marshall, Ogle, Putnam, Stark and Whiteside. The program offers comprehensive child and family development services to those deemed eligible. The program’s main goals are to work in partnership with parents to promote self-esteem, increase self-confidence and advance school readiness skills for children. Comprehensive programing includes: education, medical, dental health, mental health and nutritional services, welcomes children with disabilities or special needs; and provides family education, advancement and social service support while connecting enrolled families to community resources and transportation assistance. The program provides a variety of options to meet the needs of children, families and communities throughout all nine counties.
Mission Statement: T.C.O.C. Head Start is committed to taking the leadership role in developing partnerships to build stronger communities. We create and nurture supportive experiences that lead to successful outcomes for children, families and staff.
Tri-County Opportunities Council: Early Head Start/Head Start
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Agency Name: Tri-County Opportunities Council
Program Name: Early Head Start/Head Start Program
Job Title: Family and Community Service Worker
Reports to: Family Specialist
Status: Non-Exempt; Full-Time; 40 hours/week
Educational Requirements: As described in section 1302.91(a) (7) of the Act, a program must ensure staff who work directly with families on the family partnership process hired after November 7th, 2016 have within eighteen (18) months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field.
Other Requirements:
Confidentiality: The person filling this position must abide by the program’s confidentiality policy and Code of Ethics regarding children, family, staff and/or agency matters
Accountabilities: Ensuring safe, supportive, intentional and engaging environments for children birth to five. Ensuring that environments and experiences provide natural and developmentally appropriate skill development opportunities to children with various skill levels. Ensure that equitable practices are in place to reduce achievement gaps. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development resulting in improved teaching and learning.
Essential Duties: To create strong family and community partnerships built on trust, respect, and acceptance that support: strength-based goals and progression through adversity, strengthening the individual, family, and community reducing racial, ethnic and linguistic disparities.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.07 - $21.74 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
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