Fertility Nurse at Perez MedCare Hospital

Job Summary

• The successful candidates will work closely with fertility specialists, embryologists, theatre / procedure teams, and other clinical staff to provide safe, professional, and patient-centred care to patients undergoing fertility investigations and treatment.
• This position is specifically for experienced fertility nurses. Candidates must have practical knowledge of fertility treatments and assisted reproductive procedures and should be able to work confidently within a busy fertility/IVF setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing fertility investigations and treatment.
• Support patients throughout the various stages of IVF, ICSI, IUI, ovulation induction, embryo transfer, fertility preservation, and related fertility procedures.
• Prepare patients for fertility procedures and ensure they understand relevant instructions and treatment protocols.
• Monitor patients during treatment cycles and promptly escalate abnormal findings or concerns to the fertility physician.
• Administer prescribed fertility medications and injections accurately and safely, including appropriate patient education on medication administration where required.
• Assist with monitoring patients undergoing ovarian stimulation and coordinate investigations such as blood tests and ultrasound scans as directed by the fertility team.
• Support egg retrieval/follicular aspiration procedures and provide appropriate pre- and post-procedure nursing care.
• Assist with embryo transfer procedures and provide patients with relevant post-procedure instructions.
• Support patients undergoing IUI and other fertility-related procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, equipment, medications, consumables, and documentation required for fertility procedures.
• Maintain strict adherence to infection prevention and control protocols.
• Monitor patients following sedation or procedures and promptly report complications or adverse reactions.
• Provide emotional support and compassionate communication to patients and couples throughout what can be a physically and emotionally demanding treatment process.
• Provide appropriate patient education regarding treatment protocols, medications, appointments, procedures, and follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, treatment documentation, medication records, observations, and procedure notes.
• Coordinate patient appointments, investigations, procedures, and treatment-cycle schedules with the relevant clinical teams.
• Liaise effectively with fertility consultants, embryologists, laboratory personnel, theatre staff, pharmacists, and administrative teams.
• Ensure patients receive clear instructions regarding preparation for procedures and post-procedure care.
• Assist in maintaining appropriate inventory of fertility medications, consumables, and clinical supplies.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of medications and clinical materials in accordance with hospital protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with professional, ethical, and hospital standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, infection-control activities, and other departmental responsibilities.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and provide immediate nursing support within the scope of professional practice.
• Perform other relevant clinical duties assigned by the supervising physician or nursing management.

Required Qualifications & Experience 

• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with a valid licence to practise in Nigeria.
• Valid registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
• B.NSc/B.Sc. Nursing or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Substantial and demonstrable experience in fertility nursing, IVF, or an Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) centre is required.
• Candidates should have practical familiarity with IVF treatment cycles and various fertility treatments and procedures.
• Strong ability to communicate sensitively and professionally with patients experiencing fertility challenges.
• Ability to work effectively with fertility consultants, embryologists, laboratory scientists, theatre teams, and other healthcare professionals.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly in treatment-cycle documentation, medication administration, patient identification, and procedure preparation.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy fertility clinic while maintaining a high standard of patient care.

Experience Level:

• This is not an entry-level position.
• Candidates must have significant hands-on experience in fertility nursing and be familiar with the practical processes involved in IVF and other assisted reproductive technologies.
• Candidates with experience working in established IVF/fertility centres, reproductive medicine units, or fertility hospitals are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Candidates should be prepared to discuss their previous fertility/IVF experience, clinical competencies, familiarity with fertility treatment protocols, and experience managing patients undergoing assisted reproductive procedures.

Key Competencies:

• Fertility / IVF Nursing
• ART Procedures
• Patient Monitoring
• Medication Administration 
• Clinical Documentation 
• Patient Counselling & Support 
• Infection Control
• Procedure Preparation 
• Teamwork 
• Attention to Detail 
• Professionalism.