New born Baby - Care Specialist

Rushme International Recruitment Agency; India; On-site; INR 636,000 - 1,060,000; Full time

Job summary

Rushme International Recruitment Agency is seeking a skilled Newborn Care Specialist to join a family-oriented assignment in Fiji. You will provide professional newborn care, support feeding routines, monitor health, and maintain a safe environment.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of hands-on experience in hospitals or maternity wards, with a Diploma/Degree in Child Care or Nursing, and a compassionate, independent work style ready to relocate to Fiji Islands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional newborn care or nursing experience.
• Experience in newborn care departments or maternity wards preferred.
• Diploma or degree in Child Care, Nursing or related field.
• Strong observation, hygiene, and caregiving skills.
• Willingness to work in Fiji Islands.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive newborn care including feeding, hygiene, and daily routines.
• Assist with feeding, bathing, diapering, and dressing.
• Monitor feeding, sleep, and developmental cues; report concerns.
• Maintain safe, clean environment and proper hygiene for equipment.
• Support parents in establishing routines and basic health monitoring.
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals as required.

Skills

Newborn care

Nursing

Observation

Communication

Education

Child Care/Nursing Diploma

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Newborn Care

• Provide attentive and professional care to newborn babies.
• Assist with feeding, burping, diaper changing, bathing and dressing.
• Monitor the baby's feeding, sleeping and general daily routine.
• Maintain proper hygiene and cleanliness for the baby and all baby-care equipment.
• Comfort and soothe the newborn and provide appropriate stimulation according to the baby's age.
• Maintain a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the baby.

Feeding & Routine Management

• Follow the baby's prescribed feeding schedule and instructions from parents/guardians or healthcare professionals.
• Prepare and handle bottles and feeding equipment hygienically.
• Maintain accurate records of feeding, sleeping, diaper changes and other relevant activities.
• Support parents in establishing appropriate newborn care routines.

Health & Safety

• Observe the newborn for changes in behaviour, feeding patterns, sleep, temperature or general wellbeing.
• Recognize signs that may require attention and promptly inform parents or the appropriate healthcare professional.
• Follow proper infection-control and hygiene practices.
• Ensure safe sleeping practices and maintain a hazard-free environment.
• Handle the newborn carefully and follow appropriate lifting, carrying and positioning techniques.
• Assist with routine healthcare appointments when required.

Preferred candidate profile

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in newborn/baby care or nursing.
• Experience in a newborn care department, neonatal unit, maternity ward, hospital or similar environment will be preferred.
• Diploma/Degree in Child Care, Nursing, Early Childhood Care or a related field.
• Strong practical knowledge of newborn hygiene, feeding, bathing, diapering and daily care.
• Good understanding of newborn safety and basic health monitoring.
• Compassionate, patient and responsible personality.
• Strong observation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a structured routine.
• Willingness to work in the Fiji Islands.

Ideal Candidate: A qualified and experienced Newborn Care Specialist/Nurse with 3+ years of hands-on newborn care experience, capable of providing safe, hygienic, compassionate and professional care while supporting parents in maintaining the baby's daily routine and wellbeing.