Newborn Care Specialist Jobs
Newborn Care Specialist jobs are open across private families, postpartum agencies, hospitals, and nanny placement firms, from entry-level to senior overnight specialists, with focuses in preemie care, multiples support, and sleep schedule development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Part time
Shift:
12 Hour Night Shift
Description:
Mount Carmel Nurses are the heartbeat of our health system. We have several opportunities for both new graduates and experienced nurses. Regardless of your experience, we want to connect with you!
About the Unit:
The Mount Carmel East NICU is a 15 bed unit. You will see infants 22 weeks to term. This unit is a Level III with an open bay and 2 private rooms. This unit provides family centered care.
About Mount Carmel East:
Mount Carmel East features a fully integrated cardiovascular center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, a dedicated Women’s Health Center, a maternity center, a Network Cancer Program, and a comprehensive orthopedics and spine program. We’re also home to Mount Carmel’s Level II Trauma Center, providing critical access to vital emergency services to eastern central Ohio.
We’ve recently completed a $310 million modernization, making our 400-bed, all-private-room facility one of the best in the region when it comes to contemporary clinical services and patient conveniences. We added a new five-story patient tower, a new surgical suite with 12 operating rooms, an expanded cafeteria and kitchen with bistro-like dining and room service, a new main entrance and lobby, expanded parking, peaceful respite areas, and park-like outdoor spaces to create an unprecedented patient experience.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation and day one benefit packages including medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Retirement saving account with employer match starting on day one, generous paid time off programs and employee recognition incentive program.
- Tuition and professional development reimbursement – fully discounted tuition through our enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
- Flexible schedules through our FirstChoice Internal Travel Program, Weekend Option Program, and local Float Pool.
The Registered Nurse (RN), within the scope of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, will provide care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. The Staff RN is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the standards, policies, procedures and guidelines of Mount Carmel Health System.
What you will do:
- Assess and evaluate patient care for an assigned group of patients, utilizing evidence-based practice; Assists provider with patient assessment, examinations and treatments; Perform basic medical procedures under the supervision of a provider, including set up of procedures.
- Administer medications under the direction of the provider, according to the organization’s standards, policies, procedures, and/or guidelines.
- Assist in emergency situations under the direction of the provider
- Thoroughly educate and explain procedures to patients and family members (diagnosis, disease process etc.).
- Document accurately and completely pertinent assessments, interventions and outcomes for patients in accordance with documentation standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines.
- Assume responsibility and accountability for care provided and documented by other licensed and unlicensed care givers as appropriate.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio
- Current BLS/CPR
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and manage patient care, including delegation to and supervision of other members of the patient care team
- Basic computer skills required; prior experience using an EMR for charting preferred
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Part time
Shift:
12 Hour Night Shift
Description:
Mount Carmel Nurses are the heartbeat of our health system. We have several opportunities for both new graduates and experienced nurses. Regardless of your experience, we want to connect with you!
About the Unit:
The Mount Carmel East NICU is a 15 bed unit. You will see infants 22 weeks to term. This unit is a Level III with an open bay and 2 private rooms. This unit provides family centered care.
About Mount Carmel East:
Mount Carmel East features a fully integrated cardiovascular center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, a dedicated Women’s Health Center, a maternity center, a Network Cancer Program, and a comprehensive orthopedics and spine program. We’re also home to Mount Carmel’s Level II Trauma Center, providing critical access to vital emergency services to eastern central Ohio.
We’ve recently completed a $310 million modernization, making our 400-bed, all-private-room facility one of the best in the region when it comes to contemporary clinical services and patient conveniences. We added a new five-story patient tower, a new surgical suite with 12 operating rooms, an expanded cafeteria and kitchen with bistro-like dining and room service, a new main entrance and lobby, expanded parking, peaceful respite areas, and park-like outdoor spaces to create an unprecedented patient experience.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation and day one benefit packages including medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Retirement saving account with employer match starting on day one, generous paid time off programs and employee recognition incentive program.
- Tuition and professional development reimbursement – fully discounted tuition through our enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
- Flexible schedules through our FirstChoice Internal Travel Program, Weekend Option Program, and local Float Pool.
The Registered Nurse (RN), within the scope of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, will provide care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. The Staff RN is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the standards, policies, procedures and guidelines of Mount Carmel Health System.
What you will do:
- Assess and evaluate patient care for an assigned group of patients, utilizing evidence-based practice; Assists provider with patient assessment, examinations and treatments; Perform basic medical procedures under the supervision of a provider, including set up of procedures.
- Administer medications under the direction of the provider, according to the organization’s standards, policies, procedures, and/or guidelines.
- Assist in emergency situations under the direction of the provider
- Thoroughly educate and explain procedures to patients and family members (diagnosis, disease process etc.).
- Document accurately and completely pertinent assessments, interventions and outcomes for patients in accordance with documentation standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines.
- Assume responsibility and accountability for care provided and documented by other licensed and unlicensed care givers as appropriate.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio
- Current BLS/CPR
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and manage patient care, including delegation to and supervision of other members of the patient care team
- Basic computer skills required; prior experience using an EMR for charting preferred
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Who's Hiring
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in newborn care specialist jobs.
- Certified Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) credential from a recognized training program
- Current infant and adult CPR and first aid certification
- Minimum one to three years of documented newborn care experience with verifiable references
- Experience supporting breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and implementing newborn sleep schedules
- Ability to work overnight shifts, weekends, and flexible or live-in arrangements
- Experience with multiples, premature infants, or medically complex newborns preferred
Tips for Your Newborn Care Specialist Job Search
Highlight your newborn-specific certifications first
Put your Newborn Care Specialist certification, CPR credentials, and any postpartum doula training above your work history. Families and agencies screen for these before reading anything else, so burying them costs you interviews.
Tailor your resume to overnight or daytime roles
Many listings specify overnight-only, daytime-only, or live-in arrangements. Match your resume's summary line to the schedule in each posting so the hiring family or coordinator immediately sees you're the right fit for their setup.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists newborn care specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show your experience with specific newborn situations
Generic 'infant care' language blends into every other applicant. Call out NICU follow-up care, twin or triplet schedules, bottle-to-breast transitions, or medically fragile newborns if you've handled them. Specific situations get specific callbacks.
Prepare for in-home working interviews
Many families conduct a paid trial shift before making an offer. Bring your documentation, ask about the feeding and sleep plan in use, and demonstrate your approach rather than just describing it. Families decide quickly on candidates who show rather than tell.
Negotiate schedule terms before discussing pay
Lock in the overnight hours, days off, and live-in versus live-out arrangement in writing before anything else. Scope creep is common in household roles, and unclear schedule terms create conflicts that end contracts early.
Newborn Care Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most newborn care specialists?
The companies hiring the most newborn care specialists right now include UNC Health, The Latch RN, and Mount Carmel Health, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, South Carolina, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Postpartum agencies and household staffing firms consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many newborn care specialist jobs are remote?
About 0% of newborn care specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require in-home presence with the newborn. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or consulting arrangements are virtual newborn sleep coaching and postpartum education, where the hands-on component is minimal.
How do you become a newborn care specialist?
Start by completing a recognized newborn care specialist training program, which covers infant feeding, sleep science, postpartum support, and safe sleep practices. Earn your infant CPR certification alongside training. Build hands-on hours through assisting experienced specialists or working newborn shifts. Then pursue formal NCS certification, which requires documented newborn hours and a written examination.
Can you get hired as a newborn care specialist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level newborn care specialist roles exist, though they typically require completing a certified training program and holding current CPR credentials even without extensive paid hours. Families hiring for the first time and postpartum agencies with mentorship structures are the most open to newer specialists. Volunteering in a hospital newborn nursery or assisting a certified NCS builds documented hours quickly.
What does the newborn care specialist interview process look like?
Most families begin with a phone or video screening to review your certifications, availability, and experience with specific scenarios like preemie care or multiples. A second in-home interview follows, often with the newborn present. Many families then offer a paid working trial shift before extending a formal offer. Expect detailed questions about your approach to feeding schedules, sleep training philosophy, and handling overnight emergencies.
Where can I find and apply to newborn care specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to newborn care specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your schedule, experience level, and care specialization, then apply directly to each listing. No third-party redirects or separate account setup required between you and the application.
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