What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Newborn Nurse position at Slumber Support RN?
Overview
At Slumber Support RN, our primary goal is to provide excellent overnight newborn care so that new parents can rest peacefully. Location of services are in the clients homes and will vary per contract. 8- 12 hours per night
Slumber Support RN (“Contractor”) provides non-medical, non-emergency overnight infant care services for infants from birth through twelve (12) months of age (“Services”). These Services are intended solely to support routine nighttime infant care and parental rest and do not constitute medical, nursing, diagnostic, or emergency care.
Slumber Support RN does not provide emergency services and shall not be relied upon as a substitute for medical providers or emergency responders. In the event of a medical emergency, the Client is responsible for contacting their pediatrician, obstetric provider, or emergency services (911). Contractor personnel may initiate CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) interventions within the scope of their training while emergency services are being contacted.
This is an as needed position on a month to month contract.
Starting dates are:
1. April 27 - May 27 Marietta
2. April 13 - May 8 Cumming
Duties
Contractor responsibilities
At the Client’s request, Contractor personnel may assist with the following non-exhaustive list of routine infant-care-related tasks:
- Providing infant feedings at designated times during overnight hours, using supplies and instructions provided by the Client.
- Washing and sterilizing used pump supplies and bottle parts used during the shift.
- Maintaining clean, dry diapers and infant sleep linens throughout the shift.
- Maintaining a written or digital log of feedings and diaper changes, including times and amounts as provided or observed.
- Folding infant clothing during the shift
- Gathering soiled infant linens and placing them in the washing machine by morning
- Properly refrigerating pumped breast milk within four (4) to five (5) hours of pumping, as directed by the Client.
- Assisting with routine postpartum support tasks if specifically requested by the Client.
- Assisting with basic lactation support, including breastfeeding and pumping support, if requested by the Client (not a substitute for an IBCLC or medical professional).
- Follow a “moms on call” sleep training method
Skills
- All Contractor personnel must maintain current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- All personnel must be a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Nurse Practitioner (NP).
- Compassionate communication skills for working with families during sensitive times while providing education on infant health needs
- Experience with maternal newborn care is a plus
- Neonatal resuscitation (NRP) certification is a plus
This position is a paid opportunity designed for dedicated nursing professionals passionate about neonatal care. We seek energetic individuals eager to make a meaningful difference during one of life’s most precious moments—welcoming new life into the world. If you possess the required skills and thrive in a family centered environment focused on excellence in newborn care, we invite you to apply today!
Job Types: Part-time, Travel nursing, Contract, PRN, Per diem
Pay: $300.00 - $600.00 per day
Application Question(s):
- Describe yourself in 3 words
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Maternal newborn care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- LPN (Required)
- RN License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $300 - $600