Job Description
A warm and welcoming first-time family on the Upper East Side of Manhattan is seeking an experienced Night Nurse / Newborn Care Specialist to support them following the arrival of their first child, due January 9, 2027. The family is looking for overnight support seven nights per week for 10 weeks following the birth. The family may also be open to candidates who would be interested in transitioning into a long-term nanny role after the NCS contract.
The family values professionalism, warmth, a nurturing personality, and a collaborative approach. Both parents expect to be home during the contracted period. They are seeking a knowledgeable newborn professional who can provide guidance, establish healthy routines, and create a calm and supportive environment during the early months.
There is a friendly Bernedoodle in the home, so candidates must be comfortable around dogs. Family members live nearby but will not be residing in the home.
Start Date: January 2027 (due date is January 9th)
Schedule:
- 7 nights per week
- 12-hour overnight shifts
- 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM
- 10-week contract
- Schedule may adjust slightly if the baby arrives earlier or later than expected
- Separate nursery provided
- Sleeper couch available in the nursery
Responsibilities
- Ensure the baby’s safety, comfort, and overall well-being at all times
- Provide overnight newborn care and monitoring
- Support feeding routines, whether breastfed, bottle-fed, or a combination of both
- Assist parents in establishing healthy feeding and sleep habits
- Maintain detailed records of feedings, diaper changes, sleep schedules, and developmental observations
- Prepare, wash, sanitize, and organize bottles and feeding equipment
- Launder baby clothing, linens, swaddles, and sleep items
- Keep the nursery organized, clean, and fully stocked
- Monitor baby supply inventory and communicate replenishment needs
- Support parents with evidence-based newborn education and guidance
- Create a calm, supportive, and reassuring environment during the postpartum period
- Collaborate respectfully with both parents and adapt to their preferences and parenting style
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Newborn Care Specialist
- Warm, professional, and calm demeanor
- Strong understanding of newborn development and sleep practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide guidance while respecting parental preferences
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
- Ability to read the room and balance support with appropriate boundaries
- Interest in a potential long-term nanny position is a plus
Requirements
- Current Infant CPR and First Aid Certification
- Non-smoker
- Current vaccinations, including COVID, Flu, Tdap, and ALL infant-related immunizations
- Comfortable supporting breastfed, bottle-fed, or combination-fed infants
- Comfortable working collaboratively with first-time parents
- Strong record-keeping and organizational skills
- Must be pet friendly (Bernedoodle in the home)
- Three excellent professional references
- Ability to commit to the full 10-week contract
Salary and Benefits
- $42,000-$50,400 DOE ($50–$60/hr)
- 2 sick days
- Separate nursery and sleeping accommodations provided during shifts
- Open to candidates from outside of NYC, but must have their own accommodations for the 10 weeks.
Long-Term Opportunity:
- Potential start around May 2027
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Approximately 45 hours per week
- Full-time nanny responsibilities focused on the child's continued growth and development
- Family is open to continuing with the right candidate if there is a strong mutual fit
- Candidates interested in both the newborn contract and potential long-term nanny role are encouraged to indicate their interest when applying
