Prioritized Protection
Not Your Average Nanny Agency Background Check.
At Premier Nanny Network, background screening is one part of a much larger candidate review process. We take the time to get to know candidates, evaluate their experience and professionalism, speak with references, and determine whether they are a strong candidate to move forward before investing in comprehensive background screening.
The result is a more thoughtful approach to screening that combines technology with real human review.
Comprehensive Background Screening
Background screening is an important part of Premier Nanny Network's candidate vetting process. We partner with an established third-party screening provider to conduct comprehensive searches designed to help verify a candidate's history and identify information that may require further review.
But a background check is only one piece of the picture.
Premier Nanny Network carefully reviews the information as part of our broader candidate evaluation, alongside professional experience, references, communication, character, and overall representation.
We don't just run the check. We take the time to understand what it tells us.
Federal Criminal Search
The federal criminal search reviews records maintained through the federal court system for reportable offenses. Federal cases can involve matters that fall outside state and county court systems, making this an important additional layer of screening. Premier Nanny Network includes this search as part of our comprehensive approach to understanding a candidate's background.
7 Year Criminal Search
This search reviews available criminal records within the applicable seven year reporting period, including reportable felony and misdemeanor offenses. Looking across the relevant reporting period gives families a broader view of a candidate's documented criminal history rather than relying on a single current-jurisdiction search. Any information identified is reviewed as part of the candidate's overall evaluation.
Nationwide SSN & Identity Trace
An identity trace helps verify the information provided by a candidate and provides an address history associated with their identifying information. This can help identify jurisdictions where additional records may need to be researched. It is an important starting point for making sure the background screening is connected to the correct individual and relevant locations.
Multi-State Criminal Search
The multi-state search reviews criminal record databases across jurisdictions to help identify reportable records that may not appear in a single local search. Because candidates may have lived, worked, or attended school in multiple locations, looking beyond one county or state provides a broader level of screening. When a search identifies information that warrants additional attention, further research may be conducted.
Sex Offender Registry Search
Applicable sex offender registries are searched for reportable records associated with a candidate. Because a nanny is entrusted with the care and supervision of children, this is a critical component of Premier Nanny Network's screening process. Results are reviewed carefully as part of our broader candidate evaluation.
Employment Verification
Employment verification helps confirm a candidate's professional history and the experience they have represented during the application process. For a nanny, previous employment with families can provide important context about their experience, responsibilities, and professional history. Premier Nanny Network considers employment information alongside references and the candidate's overall background rather than evaluating it in isolation.
Driving Record
When driving is part of a nanny's responsibilities, we review the candidate's driving record as an additional layer of screening. This may include information related to licensing status and reportable driving history. Because many nannies transport children as part of their role, understanding a candidate's driving history can be an important consideration when evaluating their suitability for a position.
The Check Is Only the Beginning.
A background report provides information. Premier Nanny Network takes the time to review that information in the context of the individual candidate, their experience, their references, and the responsibilities of the position.
That's the difference between simply running a background check and having an experienced nanny agency stand behind the screening process.
Additional Screening Options
Premier Nanny Network offers additional screening options for families who would like to add another layer of verification to their candidate's screening. These checks are not included in the standard background screening and are conducted only when specifically requested by the family.
Before any additional screening is ordered, the family will be informed that an additional fee applies and will have the opportunity to approve the screening.
Education Verificaiton
Education verification confirms a candidate's educational history, including degrees, certifications, or other credentials represented during the application process. This can be particularly valuable when a candidate's qualifications are an important part of the position or when specialized education or certifications are required.
Verifying credentials allows Premier Nanny Network and the family to have greater confidence that the qualifications presented by a candidate accurately reflect their educational background.
Drug Screening
Drug screening may be requested as an additional layer of screening for families who choose to include it as part of their hiring requirements. Testing is conducted through an appropriate third-party provider and provides documented results that can be considered alongside the candidate's overall screening.
For families who choose this option, it provides another objective piece of information as they make an informed hiring decision.
Confidence Starts With Who You Hire
Choosing a nanny is a significant decision. You’re trusting someone with your children, your home, and the day to day rhythm of your family.
Premier Nanny Network brings experience, thoughtful vetting, and a deeper understanding of what it takes to find the right caregiver for each family.
When the stakes are this personal, good enough isn’t the standard.