Getting Started: Basic Responsibilities of a Nanny As a nanny, your primary responsibility is to care for and care for infants and young children to ensure their safety and health. Nanny provides assistance with living and caring for young children, including feeding, changing diapers, assisting with sleep, taking care of hygiene, and providing appropriate entertainment. Nanny can also provide parents with advice on infant and toddler care and health. In addition, a good nanny needs to build a trusting relationship with families and infants and toddlers, and provide them with a safe and warm environment. Nanny also needs to master some basic skills, such as