What is a Newborn Specialist or Baby Nurse?
Also known as a night nanny, post-partum doula and most commonly known as a Baby Nurse, a Newborn Specialist is not a Registered Nurse, but is an extensively experienced individual proficient in all aspects of newborn baby care and parental education and support. Whether you need loving care for your baby so you can sleep peacefully at night, an expert in the care of multiples, a lactation consultant, a sleep schedule specialist, a post-partum doula, or just an extra set of hands, Town & Country can provide a Baby Nurse that meets your needs.
What are the responsibilities of a Newborn Specialist or Baby Nurse?
The primary role of a Newborn Specialist is to provide assistance during the post-delivery recovery period and assist you with all aspects of newborn care including feeding, changing, bathing, infant laundry, sterilizing bottles and helping parents catch up on much-needed rest.
Baby Nurses who work night shifts typically stay in the baby's room and manage their care while you get much needed rest. When the baby wakes up, the Newborn Specialist feeds by bottle or brings the baby to Mom for nursing. After feeding, the Newborn Specialist burps, changes and settles the baby back to sleep. (A nursing Mother can hand the baby over immediately after nursing and can get right back to sleep.) A daytime Baby Nurse provides similar care and also strives to create a nurturing, stimulating environment for your baby during waking hours. Both day and night, Baby Nurses document your baby's patterns and keep a log of sleeping, feeding and changing times. Typically one of their key objectives is to help transition the baby to a regular feeding and sleeping schedule.
How does Town & Country Resources screen Newborn Specialists or Baby Nurses?
At Town & Country we know that the safety of your family and home is your top priority--so we take security very seriously. Each Newborn Specialist completes a rigorous screening and application process with our trained Placement Counselors. We have extensive conversations with each reference to confirm recent work experience and qualifications. Additionally, we perform background checks and arrange to have each candidate’s fingerprints registered with TrustLine, California's background check for in-home childcare providers.
When should I begin a Newborn Specialist or Baby Nurse search?
It's never too early to start your search for a qualified, trustworthy Baby Nurse. To ensure the broadest selection of available Newborn Specialists, allow up to six months prior to your anticipated delivery date to begin the selection process. However, don't hesitate to call us if you have an immediate need. We have accommodated many families on short notice.
What is the typical work schedule for a Newborn Specialist or Baby Nurse?
Baby Nurses usually work eight to twelve-hour shifts, mostly commonly at night. We also have Baby Nurses that work 24-hour shifts (with a scheduled break.)
What is the typical salary range for a Newborn Specialist or Baby Nurse?
The average salary range for a Newborn Specialist is $25 to $35 per hour. Salaries for multiples typically begin at $30 per hour.
What agency fees can I expect?
There is a one-time $150 registration fee that will allow you lifetime access to our qualified candidate pool. This registration fee is processed upon receipt of your Referral Agreement. In addition to the registration fee, there is a referral fee equal to 25% of the anticipated total gross compensation of the Baby Nurse. The referral fee is due when a Newborn Specialist is confirmed for the assignment. Fees are paid based on the anticipated total gross compensation for the entire period of employment. Supplemental fees will be due if the assignment is extended.
What’s the next step?
We look forward to assisting you with your search for a qualified Newborn Specialist. Call us during our business hours, Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time, to talk with one of our trained Placement Counselors or to arrange a personal meeting at one of our Bay Area offices.
 Peninsula: 650-326-8570
San Francisco: 415-567-0956
East Bay: 925-627-1377
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