100% Registered Nurses
Every nurse is clinically trained, vetted, and experienced in hospital-based newborn care.
Every nurse we place has real, hands-on newborn experience in a clinical setting.
Our team comes from Labor & Delivery, Mother/Baby Postpartum, NICU, and Pediatrics- meaning they've cared for newborns from their very first hours of life.
Each nurse:
-Holds an active RN license
-Maintains BLS and CPR certification
-Has passe a full background screening
-Often carries advanced certifications like NRP, PALS, or PEARS
Most importantly, every nurse is personally vetted to ensure they meet the level of professionalism, judgement, and care our families expect.
Unlike many other night nurse companies, our nurses remain awake and attentive throughout the night. Our nurses take over baby's needs for the night, so parents can enjoy uninterrupted sleep.
Availability is limited and often books 60-90 days in advance.

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Jacksonville
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All of St John's County
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St Augustine
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Palm Coast
Meet Your Northeast Florida Nurses

Chrissy Tanner
BSN, RN, CPN
Chrissy grew up in New Jersey before her family relocated to South Florida right before her high school years. After high school, she pursued her passion for healthcare at the University of North Florida, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Chrissy's story took a romantic turn during her very first week of college when she met her future husband. After graduating, Chrissy embarked on her nursing career in pediatrics at Wolfson Children's Hospital. Since then, she's rooted herself in Northeast Florida, building a life together with her husband and raising their five young, energetic children. Chrissy has been a nurse for almost ten years now and still works PRN at Wolfson's where she continues to make a difference, balancing her commitment to nursing with the joys of motherhood.
Though Chrissy's own children have outgrown the newborn stage, it remains one of her most cherished periods. She eagerly anticipates utilizing her nursing expertise and firsthand experience to support local families as they navigate the beautiful chaos of early parenthood.

MARY DOWNES
BSN, RN, NRP
Mary was born and raised in the sunny coastal town of Port Orange, FL. She developed a deep love for the beach from a young age. After graduating from Jacksonville University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Mary embarked on a fulfilling career path driven by my passion for caring for infants and children.
Immediately following nursing school, Mary started her career in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where she worked tirelessly alongside families to provide compassionate and expert care to the tiniest fighters. Every day in the NICU is a reminder of the resilience and strength of these little ones, and Mary is grateful for the opportunity to make a difference in their lives.
Outside of her profession, Mary cherishes spending time with loved ones, relaxing on the beach with a book, and exploring new destinations.
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SHELLEY LYNN
BSN, RN
Shelley Lynn is a Registered Nurse, wife, and mom of three. She graduated with her BSN from Auburn University (War Eagle!) in 2007. Her career began working in Pediatric Cardiology for five years before transferring to the Neonatal ICU. She has a passion for women’s and children’s health and finds joy in being part of such a special time in each families life.
She is originally from Alabama but moved to Jacksonville in 2022. In her spare time she enjoys spending time outdoors, which usually consists of taking her children to the park, a day at the beach or by the pool.
As a mom and nurse she understands how challenging it can be bringing a newborn baby home. She is looking forward to using her experience and helping parents feel safe, confident and rested so they can be the best for each other and their sweet new addition to the family.

EMILY BARTH
BSN, RN, PALS, STABLE
Emily is an Emergency Room nurse with10 years of experience in a Level I Trauma Center, where compassion, quick thinking, and sharp clinical skill are the foundation of their nursing practice. Throughout their career, they have cared for both adult and pediatric patients during some of life’s most frightening moments, offering not only expert emergency care but also calm reassurance to patients and families. Emily currently works for Wolfson's Children’s Hospital in the pediatric emergency department. Emily has current certifications of BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and STABLE. As a twin mom of two boys herself, Emily understands how reliable, trustworthy, and competent care of children from infancy to early childhood really can make a positive impact on a family. Emily is looking forward to supporting you wherever you are in your parenting journey and is excited to care for you and your family.

REENA TUPAS
BSN, RN, NRP
Reena was born in the Philippines and moved to the United States in her teens, where she continued her studies. She has been working in her dream specialty Labor & Deliver/ Postpartum department since 2022. She had found out early on in her time as a Nursing Student that she wanted to help care for babies and their mothers. Growing up in the Philippines, she was taught the value of family and its importance to one's life. After having been in a hospital setting for the past 4 years, she has gained valuable on-site experience and knowledge that has helped her become a caring, bright, and patient provider to her patients.
Reena is excited to help in jumpstarting the beginning of a baby’s wonderful life, one smile at a time.

MARIANNY FERNANDEZ
BSN, RN, RNP
Marianny was born and raised in upstate New York. She has always had a passion for helping others, specifically children. Being the oldest of four daughters and growing up in a big Hispanic family, Marianny has always been around infants and children. She knew early on she wanted to care for these little ones as part of her career. Blending her love for the medical field and children, Marianny started her dream job as a Labor & Delivery/Recovery & Postpartum (LDRP) Nurse in 2022. Since then, she has been caring for both moms and babies in their most vulnerable times before, during, and after birth. With the intention of staying close to family, Marianny relocated to Ponte Vedra, Florida where she is now continuing her passion as an LDRP nurse.
In her free time, Marianny enjoys traveling, soaking up the sun, and spending quality time with her family and fur babies. Understanding how important family is, she is eager to help other families get the rest they need so that they can continue showing up for their babies. She ishonored to care for your little ones and help support you in your most precious moments!

ARIELLE BRACY
BSN, RN, STABLE, NRP
Arielle is a Jacksonville native and resident who has been a nurse for four years and has been working in the NICU for three of those four years. Arielle has her NRP and BLS certification, and has a true passion for caring for all infants. In her free time, Arielle is a true social butterfly and loves discovering new places with her friends and family and is an avid foodie. Arielle cannot wait to be able to provide parents peace of mind and a good night’s sleep during the night time and be able to care for their babies just like they’re her own.
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STACY DOMINGER
BSN, RN, CPN
Stacy started her love of children early on, as she couldn’t wait to be old enough to babysit! She continued babysitting through high school and college, which lead to her career decision of Pediatric Nursing. She graduated from Florida Atlantic University, and moved to Jacksonville after getting married.
She has worked at Wolfson Children’s Hospital for over 20 years, and has loved every part of it! She has worked on a variety of floors, currently on a Neuroscience/GI floor. She compassionately cares for children
of all ages, but she especially loves the NICU grads and infants. Getting to know the family, guiding them through their child’s illness, and seeing the recovery brings her such joy. She was fortunate enough to take 8 years off to stay home while her 5 children were young. Play groups, fieldtrips, sports, and school functions became her focus.
Her family enjoys the beach, camping, kayaking, and just being together. Although her children are grown, she still remembers the early newborn days, and the challenges it brings. Giving families uninterrupted sleep gives them the ability to be more energetic to care for their precious new addition. She looks forward to meeting new families!

angela smith
BSN, RN,
Angela Smith is a dedicated Registered Nurse with a career spanning back to 2009, specializing in the care of mothers and babies. Since 2012, she has worked as a Labor and Delivery/Postpartum Nurse, providing compassionate support during one of life's most significant moments. A Jacksonville native, Angela has been married to her husband for 28 years, and together they have five children and three wonderful grandchildren. Her passion for her work shines through in her commitment to supporting the mothers and babies she cares for.

COURTNEY DELISE
BSN, RN
Courtney is a registered nurse of five years, with experience in Mother/Baby and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Courtney was born, raised, went to college, and began her career in Greenville, North Carolina. Courtney and her husband moved to Jacksonville, Florida shortly after getting married four years ago and have made the sunshine state their home! She continued her passion in working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Wolfson Children’s Hospital. Courtney has dedicated herself to providing compassionate care to newborns and their families throughout her career. She also has years of experience taking care of children through various babysitting and nannying roles since she was sixteen years old.
Courtney enjoys spending time watching football with her husband (Go Jags!), caring for her son who will turn 1 this year, and walking with the family pup Chesney—named after her favorite singer Kenny Chesney! She is thrilled about being able to provide parents peace of mind and a much needed good night’s rest during the night while she is there.

ANGELA HAYNES
MSN, RN, BLS
Angela Haynes, MSN, RN has been a nurse for 16 years. She has been a nurse for 16 years, but she has worked in the medical field for 30 years. She worked as a postpartum/nursery nurse for 10 years and loved every second.
Angela is passionate about empowering parents by providing education about newborn care. Her love and adoration for education derives from giving birth to a 25-week-old neonate. Angela appreciates the opportunity to share her knowledge with parents.

erica mccarter
RN, BSN, BLS
Erica is a dedicated Registered Nurse, loving wife, and proud mother of four. Originally from northwest Indiana, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Purdue University Calumet in 2015. Her nursing journey began in Labor and Delivery, where she discovered her passion for supporting families during life's most precious moments.
In 2016, Erica followed her calling to care for newborns by transitioning to the NICU, where she honed her skills in providing compassionate, patient-centered care to the tiniest and most vulnerable patients. In 2018, she and her husband relocated to sunny Florida, where she grew her family and continued her work in the NICU, bringing empathy and expertise to every family she served. Outside of nursing, Erica enjoys reading, gardening, beach days, and spending quality time with her
husband, children, and their golden retriever. Drawing from her experience as both a nurse and a mother, Erica is passionate about supporting families
and looks forward to caring for your baby so you can enjoy the rest and peace of mind you deserve.

LIANA ASPINWALL
BSN, RN, BLS
Liana was originally born and raised just outside of Boston, MA where almost all of her family still lives. She is the youngest of 3 siblings. After high school, Liana pursued her passion for being a healer and graduated from Baylor University with her Bachelors of Science in Nursing in 2022. After graduation, she moved from Dallas to Jacksonville to be close to her expecting sister while her brother-in-law was on deployment and has enjoyed calling the beach her home for the past 2 years.
She originally started her nursing career at Ascension Hospital on an orthopedic neurosurgery floor working with adults, and is now currently a pediatric RN and enjoys helping vulnerable, medically complex, and sick kiddos. In addition to her nursing career, she has spent many years nurturing children of all ages through camp counseling, VBS, previous newborn night nursing and nannying roles.
In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family & 2 year old niece, learning guitar, reading and writting, exploring new cities, catching up with friends and mentoring the youth girls at her local church. She has a passion for traveling underdeveloped countries and advocating for vulnerable people groups who have been affected by trauma and helping them reach their full potential. Liana is excited to meet your newest little one and utilize her nursing expertise while supporting your growing family during this exciting time in your life!
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PRISCILLA MEJIA
BSN, RN, ACLS, PALS, BLS, STABLE
Priscilla, a Jacksonville native, holds both a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Florida. With a passion for caring for the most vulnerable population, she has spent the past three years as a dedicated neonatal ICU nurse at Wolfson Children’s Hospital, where she specializes in providing expert care to newborns. Her experience in this high-acuity environment has equipped her with advanced clinical skills and a deep commitment to ensuring the well-being and growth of her tiny patients.
Priscilla is now eager to extend her expertise to families at home, offering a compassionate, knowledgeable approach to pediatric care. She prides herself on her ability to connect with both children and parents, providing not only medical support but also emotional reassurance. Her goal is to create a comforting, safe environment for families while offering the highest standard of care.
When not working, Priscilla enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two cats. She loves cooking, crafting with her Cricut machine, and diving into a good book.

RACHEL HELLING
BSN, RN, BLS
Rachel has been a Registered Nurse for 14 years with 10 years of experience in Mother/Baby. As a nurse and mother of two young daughters, Rachel knows how exciting it is to welcome a new baby, and feels honored to be a part of such a special time for families. She can’t wait to meet your little ones and care for them like her own while you feel supported and rested! In her spare time, Rachel loves spending time with her family, going to the beach, reading, and traveling.
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Patricia WHITAKER
RN, BSN
Patricia “Trish” Whitaker is a highly skilled critical care nurse with nearly 12 years of experience at UF Health Shands. Throughout her career, she has built a reputation for clinical excellence, compassionate advocacy, and strong teamwork in high-acuity environments. Trish holds her CCRN certification and specializes in managing complex patient cases involving ventilator support, sepsis treatment, and multi-system organ failure. In addition to her bedside expertise, she mentors and precepts new nurses, helping shape the next generation of clinicians. Her leadership extends to quality improvement committees, policy development, and staff education initiatives focused on patient safety and best practices. Trish earned her BSN in 2018, achieved her CCRN certification in 2019, and has recently applied to a dual MSN/MBA program to merge her clinical knowledge with healthcare leadership. At 44, she balances her demanding career with being a devoted mother of four, a role that has strengthened her resilience and organizational skills. Beyond the hospital, she gives back through volunteer work at school health fairs and community sporting events. Her personal and professional commitments reflect her dedication to advancing both patient care and family well-being. Trish is widely respected for her ability to blend clinical excellence with compassion and leadership.

JANINE BURROUGHS
BSN, RN, NRP
Janine, a Northwest Ohio native, earned her degree in Business Administration from Bowling Green State University. After advancing her career and relocating to Tampa and Atlanta, she pursued her passion for healthcare. Graduating at the top of her class, she joined a high-risk labor and delivery unit at one of Atlanta’s largest hospitals, where she spent 10 years as a clinical manager, caring for mothers with complex pregnancies and leading initiatives that won national recognition.
In 2005, Janine returned to Ohio, expanding her expertise in postpartum and newborn care, becoming an NRP instructor, and supporting breastfeeding mothers. Her love for the South brought her back to St. Augustine in 2017.
Now, she cares for her 92-year-old mother and enjoys time with her grown children, beach outings, and hobbies like scrapbooking and cooking. Janine’s lifelong passion for helping others drives her to support and empower families, making their journey into parenthood smoother and more fulfilling.

HARLEY DEFELICE
BSN, RN, BLS
Harley was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She has been a registered nurse for three years, spending the past two and a half years specializing in labor and delivery. She now works on an LDRP (Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum) unit. Harley is certified in both NRP and BLS, and she is also a certified breastfeeding counselor. She is deeply passionate about supporting mothers and their newborns.
Coming from a large family, Harley has been surrounded by babies her entire life. She began babysitting at the age of 12 and has nurtured a lifelong passion for caring for infants and children. Harley loves using her skills and experience to give families peace of mind, helping parents get the rest they need to care for their little ones and their growing families.

JESSICA COHEN
BSN, RN
Jessy is an LDRP nurse with a genuine passion for supporting mothers and nurturing newborns during life’s most meaningful moments. Outside of her nursing role, she loves to travel and explore new restaurants, finding joy, inspiration, and balance in every new experience.

Nancy arcuri
BSN, RN, RNP
Nancy has lived in Ponte Vedra Beach for 30 years and recently moved to Vilano Beach to be steps away from the beach and intercoastal to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. She is a proud mother of 6 children and 2 bonus children. Nancy also has two grandchildren and can't wait for more! Nancy has been an RN for 35 years and a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner for 33 years. She has worked in the NICU, the Pediatric Surgery Floor, Infant Toddler floor, taught at UNF in the College of Nursing where she taught Pediatrics and OB, has been a night nurse, OR nurse, recovery room nurse, plastic surgery nurse and is currently working in Aesthetics as an injector. She loves babies, especially newborns!
In her spare time Nancy enjoys walking her three dogs on the beach, cuddling her two cats and caring for her 6 chickens. She also enjoys time on her boat with her husband, reading, attending 11:22 church with her 12 year old daughter Isabella, and visiting her adult children in Tampa, Oklahoma, Jacksonville Beach and UF where number 5 is attending, her Alma mater. Go Gators!
