Precious Memories Kid Care

The name of the child's parent, and the parent's home and work telephone numbers and addresses;

A center shall store medication in its original packaging and shall place the medication in a locked cabinet or container that is inaccessible to children and can be opened only by key or combination. The container or cabinet shall be away from food, and refrigerated or unrefrigerated according to instructions on the prescription, order or label. Sunscreen, diaper ointment and emergency medication are exempt from being stored in a locked cabinet or container, but shall remain inaccessible to children.

Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2025

A verification of the staff member's education and qualifications.

A physical examination, including vision and hearing screening;

The name, physical address and telephone number of at least one additional individual who can assume responsibility if the center cannot locate the parent;

A center shall have on file no later than 30 days after the admission, the child's health records, including a record of a health assessment signed by the child's licensed health care provider, that includes the following medical and developmental information, and any special required instructions for the center:

Prior to caring for children, all current and potential staff are required to complete approved pre-service training. Prior to or during the first week of employment and prior to having sole responsibility for a group of children, a center shall provide orientation to the staff member that includes a review of:

A licensee shall submit an application for renewal of a license or certificate of approval to the Secretary not less than 60 days prior to the expiration of the current license.

An unincorporated, individual licensee (owner) may act as the governing body. In addition to the requirements listed in paragraph 6.1.b.4., the owner shall appoint a parent advisory committee comprised of parents of children currently served by the center that meets at least four times in a 12-month period.

On all staff at least once a year; and

A center shall provide parents with a West Virginia Health Check periodicity chart for child health exams and shall ensure that a child's health assessment is updated with new or current information at least every two years for the child under the age of six years.

The names, addresses and telephone numbers of the child's sources of primary medical care and emergency medical care;

Are in good repair and free of sharp points or corners, pinch or crush points, splinters, protruding nails or bolts, loose rusty parts, hazardous small parts that may be swallowed, identified poisons or paint that contains lead, and are regularly inspected by staff for potential hazards;

The child's health insurance coverage and policy number;

A signed permission to release the child to someone other than the parent, with the names, addresses and telephone numbers of the one person or several persons permitted to take the child from the center;

Equipped with band aids, a non-mercury thermometer, gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, disposable nonporous gloves, a first aid guide, the telephone number of a poison control center, and pencil and paper. A bottle of clean water shall be stored with or accompany the first aid kit; and

Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2025

A center shall keep all areas of the premises and all equipment clean and in a neat and orderly condition at all times.

Is posted in clear, public view and in each designated activity area for each group of children.

Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2025

Documentation that references have been verified including three references for the center director and two references for other staff members;

Supervise the teaching staff and the daily activities of support staff who provide services to the center and conduct a staff meeting at least once a month;

Ensure that the premises, furnishings, equipment and supplies are in good repair and present no hazard to the health and safety of the children;