Night Nurse / Newborn Care Specialist

Pay rate: $23-$27 an hour

Job Summary

A private family in Dallas is seeking an experienced and compassionate Night Nurse / Newborn Care Specialist to provide overnight care for a newborn expected in January 2026. This role is focused on supporting the infant’s nighttime routine while allowing parents to rest, recover, and transition smoothly into life with a newborn.

The ideal candidate is calm, attentive, highly knowledgeable in newborn care, and confident working independently during overnight hours.

Schedule

• Overnight shifts (typically 8–12 hours per night)
• Schedule to be discussed and finalized with the family
• Short-term and extended contracts will be considered

Responsibilities

• Provide full overnight newborn care
• Assist with feeding support (bottle feeding and/or breastfeeding support)
• Diapering, burping, and soothing
• Establish and support healthy sleep routines
• Monitor newborn safety, comfort, and well-being throughout the night
• Maintain detailed overnight logs (feedings, diaper changes, sleep patterns)
• Light nursery upkeep related to overnight care only
• Communicate clearly with parents regarding overnight observations and progress

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Night Nurse, Newborn Care Specialist, or Postpartum Doula
• Extensive hands-on experience with newborns
• Knowledge of safe sleep practices and newborn development
• CPR and First Aid certification (infant certification required)
• Calm demeanor, reliability, and discretion
• Non-smoker
• Up-to-date vaccinations preferred
• Ability to work independently and follow family preferences

Join us in delivering heartfelt care that nurtures newborns during their most delicate moments. We value energetic professionals who are eager to support families through compassionate service while fostering a safe and loving environment. This paid position offers an enriching experience for those passionate about early childhood development and pediatric health.