Baby Nurses provide non-medical care for your baby, they are not typically a registered nurse, but a trained and experienced individual proficient in all aspects of newborn care. Whether you need assistance at night, breastfeeding support, a sleep specialist or an extra set of hands, Nick of Time Baby Nurse can provide you with the help you need.
No. Baby Nurse is a term meaning, infant or newborn specialist. Baby Nurses provide non-medical care for your baby. However, some of our Baby Nurses are CNA’s, LPN’s and RN’s.
Baby Nurses are happy to meet you if there is time between their assignments. However, if there is not an opportunity to meet her before she begins working, you can speak extensively with her over the phone and call her references before committing to that Baby Nurse.
• Must be 20 years or older.
• Must be legally able to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience in their field.
• Must have verifiable infant childcare references.
• Must be certified as a Newborn Care Specialist (Baby Nurse).
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or higher education.
• Must have CPR certification.
• Must be a non-smoker.
Your Baby Nurse can be hired anywhere between 21 days to 6 months or longer, it depends on the needs of your family.
It is best to schedule your Baby Nurse as soon as your doctor confirms your due date. We recommend booking as soon as possible, as Baby Nurse schedules fill up quickly.
Your Baby Nurse will be on call 2 weeks before and 1 week after your estimated due date, allowing flexibility on the start time.
Yes, we have Baby Nurses who prefer to work night-time only. Our night-time Baby Nurses can be booked for a minimum of 8 hours.
We are generally able to fill emergency or last-minute requests for families.
Your Baby Nurse will bring the baby to the mom for all feedings. When mom is done feeding, the Baby Nurse will take the baby and care for its needs until the next feeding, allowing mom much needed rest. You also have the option of pumping a bottle for night-time feedings.
Baby Nurse duties and responsibilities do not include housekeeping or pet care.
Your Baby Nurse responsibility is to care for your newborn. If your Baby Nurse agrees, you can arrange care for your older child, for an additional cost.
The Baby Nurse will sleep when the baby is sleeping. She will also be allowed a 3 hour (flexible) break each 24-hour period, in which she can decide to sleep or go for a stroll, etc.
