Newborn Care Specialist

A private family expecting a baby (due May 7) is seeking an experienced Newborn Care Specialist to provide professional, newborn-focused care beginning in late April. The initial phase will take place in Las Vegas for approximately 1-2 weeks just prior to the birth and after the birth (surrogacy arrangement). After that period, the role will transition with the family to New York City for 8-16 weeks.During the first phase, coverage may include extended hours depending on family needs. Once in New York City, care will likely shift to structured coverage (day and/or night shifts shared with another caregiver).

This position is strictly newborn-focused and does not include general nanny or household management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, developmentally appropriate newborn care
• Support and implement feeding plans (breastmilk and/or formula)
• Prepare and sterilize bottles and pumping equipment
• Track feeding, sleep, and diaper output
• Establish and support healthy newborn routines
• Implement safe sleep practices aligned with current AAP guidelines
• Monitor for signs of jaundice, feeding intolerance, dehydration, fever, or other concerns
• Administer pediatrician-prescribed medications as directed
• Support parents in newborn education and transition in home
• Maintain a calm, organized nursery environment
• Maintain strict discretion and confidentiality

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of newborn-specific experience (0–12 weeks)
• At least 3 completed newborn placements from birth through 6+ weeks
• Experience with overnight care and/or structured shift care
• Current Infant CPR certification
• Strong knowledge of safe sleep standards
• Legally authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship)
• Willing to be hired as a W-2 household employee or a 1099
• Willing to travel to Las Vegas and return to New York City with the family (travel and lodging paid for by the employer)
• Willing to complete background and reference checks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting surrogate births or hospital-based postpartum care
• NCS (preferred), RN, LPN or postpartum certification (not required)
• Experience in private homes requiring discretion
• Ability to collaborate smoothly with another caregiver in a shared-shift structure

Schedule & Structure

• Start window: April 27-May 1 (flexible for early delivery)
• Las Vegas: Approximately 1-2 weeks pre and post-birth
• New York City: Structured shift-based care (day and/or night coverage)
• Anticipated total engagement: 8–16 weeks

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Pay: $35.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person