Job Description

Position Overview:

The IVF Nursing Staff will play a crucial role in delivering patient-centric fertility care, assisting in clinical procedures, ensuring protocol adherence, and providing compassionate support throughout the patient's IVF journey. The role demands proficiency in handling ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) protocols, ensuring clinical safety, maintaining aseptic conditions, and adhering to NABH and internal SOP standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Support & Patient Care

Provide pre-procedure counseling and post-procedure care instructions to patients undergoing IVF treatments. Assist doctors during procedures such as OPU (Ovum Pick-Up), ET (Embryo Transfer), IUI, and HSG. Monitor patient vitals and maintain accurate nursing documentation. Prepare operation theatre and procedure rooms, ensuring strict asepsis and instrument readiness. Ensure emotional support and handholding to patients during critical phases of treatment.

Injection Administration & Stimulation Protocols

Manage and administer IVF-specific injections (hormonal therapy, trigger shots) as per prescribed stimulation protocols. Educate patients on self-administration techniques for fertility medications. Maintain logs for medication usage, batch numbers, and patient-specific injection charts.

OT & Procedure Room Assistance

Coordinate with embryology and andrology teams for timely handovers during procedures. Ensure proper labeling and identification protocols during sample collection and transfer. Prepare and maintain sterile surgical trays and consumables for OPU, ET, and minor procedures.

Patient Coordination & Records

Update patient treatment charts, IVF cycle tracking sheets, and coordinate appointments. Maintain accurate documentation of patient files, consent forms, and nursing notes. Support doctors with patient follow-ups and maintain communication logs.

Compliance & Protocol Adherence

Ensure adherence to NABH, ICMR, and institutional SOPs in clinical practices. Participate actively in internal audits, incident reporting, and RCA (Root Cause Analysis). Maintain infection control measures and biomedical waste management protocols.

Inventory & Stock Management

Monitor consumables, instruments, and emergency drug kits. Maintain nursing stock registers and raise indents in coordination with pharmacy and procurement. Ensure calibration and maintenance of nursing-related medical equipment.

Training & Development

Attend periodic training on IVF advancements, clinical safety, and protocol updates. Participate in team meetings, CMEs, and skill enhancement workshops.

Qualifications & Skills:

B.Sc Nursing / GNM with valid Karnataka Nursing Council (KNC) Registration. 1-3 years of experience in IVF, OBGYN, or fertility nursing preferred. Proficiency in OT protocols, infection control, and patient care standards. Ability to handle sensitive patient situations with empathy and discretion. Familiarity with IVF procedures, documentation, and digital health records. Good communication skills in English and Kannada; additional languages are an advantage. Willingness to work in rotational shifts, including weekends and emergencies.

Preferred Attributes:

Experience in NABH-accredited IVF setups. Knowledge of ART Act compliance in clinical practices. Basic understanding of embryology and andrology workflows.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Rotational shift
Education:

Diploma (Preferred)
Experience:

Nursing: 1 year (Required) total work: 1 year (Required)
Language:

English (Required) Kannada (Required)
License/Certification:

Nursing License (Required)
Work Location: In person