Clinical Fertility RN
Sage Reproductive Center, an Ivy Center, is dedicated to helping individuals and couples build their families through comprehensive, compassionate fertility care. Our services span fertility assessment and education, fertility preservation, genetic testing, in vitro fertilization (IVF), intrauterine insemination (IUI), donor and surrogacy support, and ongoing physical and emotional support throughout the family-building journey. As part of the Ivy Fertility Network, Sage pairs leading-edge reproductive medicine and laboratory science with the warmth, attentiveness, and continuity of a dedicated local care team, delivering outstanding outcomes and an exceptional patient experience at every step.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a full time, Clinical Fertility Nurse-RN to join our team in Milwaukee! The Registered Nurse uses the nursing process to deliver organized, compassionate patient care across the full fertility treatment journey, in accordance with the State Board of Nursing scope of practice. This role combines day-to-day cycle coordination and patient education with hands-on procedural nursing — supporting patients from initial consultation through egg retrievals, transfers, and pregnancy confirmation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Cycle Coordination & Patient Care
• Provide frequent, clear communication with patients regarding treatment instructions, medications, and upcoming steps
• Educate patients on infertility evaluations, medications, treatment protocols, and procedures
• Oversee patients' cycling process, including injection training, consent review, medication questions, and general process questions
• Confirm testing and consent requirements are complete for all patients scheduled for treatment
• Coordinate patient treatment plans such as egg freezing, IUI, IVF, and frozen embryo transfer
• Conduct nursing visits and ensure each patient is seen by a nurse during cycle visits
• Perform phlebotomy, intrauterine insemination, and SQ/IM injections as directed
• Administer IV medications, RhoGam, and Methotrexate as applicable
• Monitor established pregnancies via ultrasonography and lab values through early pregnancy, documenting updates in the EMR
• Perform nursing triage and provide health advice to patients by phone
• Review daily lab results and ultrasound images with the physician and ensure timely updates to patient instructions
• Field calls regarding lab values and semen study results with appropriate explanation and interpretation
• Other duties as assigned
Procedure Room & Surgical Care
• Perform nursing care within the surgical suite pre-, intra-, and post-operatively in accordance with standards of practice
• Review medical records and confirm all consents and pre-op paperwork are completed before the start of a procedure
• Monitor the patient's condition during and after surgery; assist the physician with instruments and supplies during the operation
• Manage overall nursing care in the procedure room to maintain a safe, sterile, and comfortable environment
• Assist physicians during egg retrievals, embryo transfers, and other fertility procedures
• Recover patients following the procedure, assisting them through anesthesia recovery and monitoring vital signs
• Educate patients on best practices for recovery, including pain management
• Initiate the emergency response process as needed when a patient emergency arises
• Schedule and maintain patient tracking lists for egg retrievals, embryo transfers, FETs, and IUIs
Documentation & Team Support
• Document all patient care, plans, and interactions thoroughly and accurately in the EMR
• Perform chart audits to ensure documentation is complete before end of day
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families throughout treatment
• Participate in the nursing on-call rotation as scheduled
• Cover additional weekend and holiday shifts as needed to support team coverage
QUALIFICATIONS
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in state of practice
• 2+ years of nursing experience; experience in a fertility practice, OB/GYN, or surgical/perioperative setting strongly preferred
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Strong phlebotomy skills and ability to start IVs
• Knowledge of arrhythmia recognition, hemodynamic monitoring, and emergency equipment (defibrillator, cardiac monitors)
• Experience with EMR systems and general office software
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage interruptions
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a compassionate, patient-first approach
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Regularly required to hear, see, sit, stand, and speak for extended periods.
• Occasionally required to walk; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 15–25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
BENEFITS
Sage Reproductive Center is committed to the health and wellbeing of our team. Eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) plan; company-paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability options; paid parental leave; and access to fertility care benefits for employees building their own families. Specific offerings may vary by location and employment status.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Sage Reproductive Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and administer all employment and hiring practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.