Fertility Nurse

St Jude’s Hospital is a specialist healthcare provider in the areas of Fertility & Assisted Conception. In April 2022 we shall be celebrating 20 years of professional and productive service delivery in Fertility & Assisted Conception. We are a small team doing big things consistently well!

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative registered nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will be required to play an active part in the day to day running of the clinic.

All applicants must have a current RGN qualification and up to date NMC registration.
All applicants must have an up-to-date CPD portfolio.

Duties:

• To prepare and assist with the smooth running of the clinic ensuring a high standards of patient care.
• To carry out clinical duties in a professional and compassionate manner in accordance with clinic policies and protocols, and in conformity with the appropriate regulatory bodies including the HFEA and CQC.
• To carry out scheduling of patient treatment cycles, patient information sessions, drug administration and assist senior practitioners during egg collections, embryo transfer and other assisted conception procedures.
• Supporting patients through their fertility treatment in a gentle and patient manner maintaining continuity of care and support.
• To ensure compliance with the HFEA Code of Practice and Quality standards.
• Contribute to writing of SOPs
• To demonstrate sound clinical knowledge and skills.
• To conduct audit projects as required.
• To enter patient information and treatment details as required by the clinic and the HFEA.
• To liaise as necessary with other members of the team.
• To handle all enquiries from potential clients, clients and the public, in a professional way.

Skills:

• Excellent nursing/midwifery skills
• Excellent computer skills
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Office Meticulous attention to detail
• Ultrasound scanning including transvaginal scanning
• Phlebotomy Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good team player
• Commitment to excellent customer care
• Positive attitude
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy at all times, particularly when raising issues with patients
• Ability to represent yourself and the clinic in a professional manner at all times
• Ability to analyse problems and take initiative in problem-solving
• Ability to multi-task by participating when requires in all aspects of patient care.

Organisation Chart:

• Accountable to the Medical Director
• Work in close collaboration/liaison with the Fertility Nurse & admin staff
• Assist the embryologist and all key staff to ensure the smooth running of the clinic.

Hours: Part-time or full depending on requirement of the right candidate. Working some weekends is required.

This position is subject to DBS checks at enhanced level

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, based on qualification and previous experience.
• Pension scheme
• 33 Days Annual leave (incl. public holidays)