Why We Take Screening Seriously: What Our Health & Wellness Check Really Means for Cincinnati & Cleveland Families
Every now and then, a story makes its way around social media that needs a little clarity. Recently, in a Cleveland parenting and nanny Facebook group, a conversation popped up about Hunny Nanny Agency’s screening process.
A few applicants had seen the phrase “health and wellness check” on our criteria page and assumed it meant a full psychological exam, or worse, that we were requesting private medical records from their doctor. Some even accused us of violating HIPAA.
Let’s pause right there.
We want to take the time to explain exactly what our Health & Wellness Check is, why it exists, and why families in Cincinnati and Cleveland count on us to take this seriously. Because behind the rumors and the misunderstandings is something very simple: a parent’s right to know their nanny is safe, stable, and capable of caring for their children.
First Things First: What Our Health & Wellness Check Isn’t
When we say Health & Wellness Check, here’s what it does not mean:
We are not asking for private doctor’s records.
We are not requesting psychological reports or personal therapy notes.
We are not conducting invasive medical exams.
HIPAA protects your private medical information—and we honor that fully. Our process never involves sharing personal health records with us or with families.
What the Health & Wellness Check Does Mean
Our Health & Wellness Check is part of our 11-point nanny screening process. It’s one layer of ensuring that the caregivers who come into Cincinnati and Cleveland homes are prepared to provide safe, consistent, and trustworthy care.
Here’s what it involves:
Drug Screening – Because parents deserve to know the person driving their children to school or holding their newborn is sober and reliable.
Basic Wellness Questions – We ask about ability to lift children, handle long days, and safely manage the physical demands of childcare.
Verification of CPR/First Aid Certification – Proof that a nanny can act in an emergency.
That’s it. Straightforward, practical, and always focused on safety.
Why Drug Testing Matters in Childcare
Let’s address one of the biggest parts of our health and wellness check: drug testing.
This isn’t about being punitive or judgmental. It’s about safety and mental soundness.
Caring for children requires focus, patience, and a clear head. A failed drug test is not just about substance use—it’s often a sign that someone may not be in the right state of mind to consistently and safely care for someone else’s child.
Imagine a nanny driving a toddler to preschool under the influence. Or a caregiver responsible for an infant’s bottle prep who isn’t sober enough to notice measurement errors. These scenarios are not only unsafe—they’re unthinkable.
That’s why families in Cincinnati and Cleveland turn to us. They want reassurance that we’ve screened out candidates who might pose risks before those candidates ever step into their home.
Protecting Children Is Worth the Hard Conversations
Yes, conversations about wellness and sobriety can feel uncomfortable. But let’s be honest: if you’re a parent in Mariemont, Hyde Park, Shaker Heights, or Rocky River, do you want anything less than absolute transparency?
Families don’t have time to wonder if their nanny is mentally sound, stable, and safe. That’s why they hire a nanny agency in Cincinnati or nanny agency in Cleveland like Hunny Nanny—to do the digging, the hard screening, and the tough filtering that protects their home.
What Families Don’t See: The Screening Funnel
Here’s a peek behind the curtain:
For every open role, we receive 200+ applicants.
Only 15–20 make it to the interview stage.
By the time a candidate sits across from a Cincinnati or Cleveland family, they’ve cleared our 11-point screening—including the Health & Wellness Check.
This is why families tell us they feel such relief. They don’t have to wonder about drug use, background checks, or hidden red flags.
Instead, they get to focus on personality fit, parenting style alignment, and whether a nanny feels like the right long-term partner.
Families Expect Us to Be Thorough—And We Deliver
It’s not unusual for parents to ask us questions like:
How do I find a nanny I can trust in Cincinnati?
How do I hire a nanny in Cleveland without worrying about safety?
Our answer always circles back to this: we screen so you don’t have to.
And while that sometimes sparks online debates, we’ll always stand by our responsibility to the families who invite us into their homes. Because at the end of the day, they are trusting us with the most important thing in the world: their children.
Reassurance for Nannies Who Apply
For nannies reading this: please know, our Health & Wellness Check is designed to be respectful and fair. Most professional caregivers with childcare experience pass it easily.
If you are CPR certified, drug-free, and physically capable of handling childcare tasks, you have nothing to worry about.
We celebrate the majority of nannies who apply—because they are the ones who go on to become the backbone of Cincinnati and Cleveland families.
Cincinnati Families: Why This Matters Here
Cincinnati parents are busy. From physicians at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital to entrepreneurs downtown, the need for safe, reliable childcare is high.
Our Cincinnati nanny service reassures parents that the nannies driving their kids to the Cincinnati Zoo, walking through Ault Park, or reading books at Joseph-Beth Booksellers are trustworthy and clear-headed.
Families also lean on trusted resources like Cincy Moms Collective and Cincinnati Parent Magazine for guidance. We’re proud to be part of that same circle of safety.
Cleveland Families: Stability & Trust
In Cleveland, where many parents work in high-pressure fields at Cleveland Clinic or downtown firms, stability is everything.
Our Cleveland nanny agency ensures that the caregivers spending afternoons at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, visiting the West Side Market, or playing at Edgewater Park are safe, drug-free, and emotionally stable.
And through trusted resources like Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine and Cleveland Moms Collective, we’re part of the conversation on what safe, reliable childcare looks like in Ohio.
Why We’ll Always Stand By Our Process
Screening hundreds of nanny applicants isn’t easy. It means saying no more than we say yes. It means sometimes being misunderstood by those who don’t see the full picture.
But we’d rather have an uncomfortable Facebook thread than a parent calling us with regrets. Because when families in Cincinnati and Cleveland say they want to find a nanny who is trustworthy, safe, and long-term, this is what it takes behind the scenes.
Our promise is simple: if a candidate isn’t mentally sound, stable, and safe, they won’t make it to your door.
That’s why Hunny Nanny Agency has become the trusted choice for families who want peace of mind—because we don’t compromise when it comes to safety.
Ready to Hire a Nanny You Can Trust?
If you’re looking for more than a profile on a website—if you want a nanny who has been truly vetted for health, safety, and stability—you’re in the right place.
You can register your family today or schedule a call with Katherine. Whether you’re in Cincinnati or Cleveland, we’d be honored to guide you through how to hire a nanny with confidence.
