Fertility Nurse Rn Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Shift:Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Work Arrangement:On-Site
Department: Center for Reproductive Endocrinology

Facility: Reproductive Health and Fertility Center

- 500 N Keene Street Suite 203 Columbia, MO 65201
Compensation:

* Base Pay Range: $32.82 - $48.27 per hour, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate, driven, and highly adaptable nurse who is passionate about supporting patients through one of life's most meaningful and emotional journeys. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator and relationship-builder who thrives in a collaborative environment, provides outstanding patient-centered care, and offers steady guidance during complex fertility treatment experiences. We seek an individual who is eager to learn, continuously grow their clinical expertise, and embrace specialized fertility nursing training while helping shape the future of our reproductive medicine programs. Success in this role requires strong critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, patient advocacy, and care coordination. Join a team that is transforming lives every day through innovation, teamwork, and a shared commitment to delivering hope, support, and exceptional care to individuals and families pursuing their dreams of parenthood.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8%and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

* See a comprehensive list of benefitshere.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

* Ability to achieve fertility nurse competency within one year of hire is expected through on-the-job training. Training will include focus specific to Fertility Nursing in Communication, Teaching & Education, Safe & Effective Nursing Care, Patient Care Management, Technical and Procedural Skills, and Documentation. Assist in development, implementation and maintenance of nursing care standards for infertility nursing care. Act as a consultant and clinical resource to clinic staff through provision of patient care and coordination of care.

* Triage of patients, identification of resource availability and assessment of continuity of care. Assist in development of the IVF Program and/or Third Party Reproduction Program including policies, procedures, consent forms, patient education materials and marketing plan, in consultation with the program director, practice manager and nurse supervisor. Facilitate patient, family and staff teaching.

* Systematically and continuously collect and assess data related to patient health status to develop, execute and evaluate the plan of care for IVF or Third Party patients. Participate in procedures functioning as an assist, circulator or conscious sedation nurse as needed. Provide support to clinical staff assigned to support the IVF Program and/or Third Party Reproduction Program.

* Develop and implement efficient systems to enhance patient satisfaction and provider productivity. Provide continual guidance, emotional and physical support to the couples during all phases of the treatment program. Provide leadership for day-to-day operations within the program by demonstrating competency in clinical activities.

* Maintain clinical competency by attending and participating in divisional meetings and in-service education. Promote open and effective communication among clinical staff, laboratory staff, the medical faculty and other departments. Serve as a resource person to staff in other clinics as appropriate. Support patient cycle needs outside of clinic business hours when needed (often remote)

* Timed procedures may require work outside of clinic business hours dependent upon cycle/patient May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with one (1) year of RN experience; or two (2) years of RN Experience. Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days. Ability to meet clinical demands of Fertility Nurse Coordination.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) certification. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.