Sims IVF is one of the leading fertility clinics in Ireland. Since 1997, we have cared for thousands of patients needing treatment to realise their dream of having a baby and have helped pioneer IVF technology in Ireland. We strive to bring the joy of a family to those who need help with their fertility and to assist people in a confidential, professional, and caring manner. Our mission is to provide hope to all those who need help starting families.Sims IVF became part of the Virtus Health family in 2014. As part of Virtus Health, one of the world's leading fertility groups, we share experience and knowledge from around the world, ensuring you get access to the very best reproductive medical care.Summary of RoleThe key objective of the Fertility Nurse/Midwife role is to work as a key part of a multidisciplinary IVF team to provide excellent patient care for individuals and couples in all aspects of fertility treatment. Patient care must be the priority of every RGN/RM working in the Sims clinic. The patient must be at the centre of everything the Fertility Nurse does.The role holder must demonstrate and deliver excellence in patient care, investigation, consultation, scheduling of treatment, phlebotomy, ultrasound, scanning, pre- and post-operative care, and telephone counselling. They must act as a strong mentor for all Trainee Fertility midwives/nurses.The following key attributes should be demonstrated:• Active Listening• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication• Respect• Empathy• Confidence• Friendliness• Clarity and concisionClinical / Technical CompetenciesThe fertility nurse/midwife will demonstrate competence in the areas below, and training will be provided for clinic variation.(The Training Logbook will detail each level of competency required)Information Technology• Strong competence in the use of Microsoft Office• Strong competence in all aspects of patient databases.Legislative Requirements• Understand the EU Cell and Tissue Directive and the clinic's responsibility regarding screening couples.• Data Protection/Confidentiality – understands and takes personal responsibility by following established policies and procedures• Obtaining Consent – understands and takes personal responsibility by following established policies and proceduresInfection Control /Health and SafetyStrong competence in the delivery and ability to train junior staff in the following:• Hand Hygiene• Health and Safety• Manual Handling• Uniform and Grooming Standards• Clinical Waste ManagementTheatreStrong competence in the delivery and ability to train junior staff in the following:• Theatre Cleaning• Managing OHSS• Care of a Couple before, during and after IUI• Care of a Couple before, during, and after Embryo Transfer• Care of Couple Before, During and After Egg Collection• Performing an IUI procedure• Drug management in Theatre• Semen Collection• Care of a Sick Patient• Emergency proceduresSchedulingStrong competence in the delivery and ability to train junior staff in the following:• Scheduling an IUI/TSI cycle• Scheduling an FET cycle• Scheduling an IVF cycle• Cycle Scheduling• Understanding all IVF meds and side effects• Investigation Consultation• Understand all available tests and treatmentsTelephone Counselling and SupportStrong competence in the delivery and ability to train junior staff in the following:• Competent in providing clear and concise feedback and education to patients by telephone.• Ability to deliver information in a constructive and sympathetic manner• Understands and follows established telephone processes and proceduresScanningStrong competence in the delivery and ability to train junior staff in the following:• Ultrasound scanning – assessment scans• Ultrasound scanning – follicular tracking• Ultrasound scanning – trigger for egg collection/embryo transfer• Documenting Blood results• Understand cycle-specific hormones• Reporting pregnancy results• Phlebotomy/ CannulationKey Behavioural Competencies:Personal Leadership• Acts with honesty and integrity at all times• Has a realistic sense of self and impact on others• Demonstrates patience and perspective in dealing with difficult situations• Accepts ownership of the role and accepts accountability of role objectivesPatient Care/Customer Service• Demonstrates an ability to deliver excellence in standards of service to patients/clients• Presents a caring, engaging, and positive manner with patients/clients• Demonstrates an ability to obtain a clear understanding of patient/client needs• Lets patient/client know he/she is willing to work with them to achieve the best outcomeTeamwork• Works co-operatively and effectively with colleagues from own and other departments with different skills and objectives to achieve the best outcome.• Listens and respects others' points of view.• Open to learning and passing on better ways of doing things.• Open to new ideas and has the ability to follow and implement protocol and procedures and clinic initiatives with his/her clinic colleagues.Attention to Detail• Ensures that one's own and others' work and information are complete and accurate• Follows required procedures to ensure high-quality work• Verifies information.• Carefully reviews and checks the accuracy of information provided by othersInitiative• Identifies what needs to be done and takes action before being asked or the situation requires it.• Seeks out others involved in a situation to learn their perspectives.• Takes independent action to change the direction of events.Managing Change• Demonstrates support for innovation and organisational changes neededto improve the organisation's effectiveness• Supporting and implementing organisational change• Helping others to successfully manage organisational change.Physical requirements of the role:Theatre/Recovery• Moving/Pushing patient trolleys• Assisting colleagues with the removal/reattachment end of the gynae bed• Standing for controlled periods• Attending to Phlebotomy, which requires flexibility of movement.• Stair's mobileScanning• Sitting to standing frequently• Sitting operating the scan machine for designated periods• Attending to Phlebotomy, which requires flexibility of movement.• Sitting at a computer screenScheduling/Phones• Sitting at a desk for long periodsHealth• Physically capable of carrying out the duties of the roleGrooming StandardsNon-Clinical Area• Staff should be clean, neat, and tidy• Wearing an appropriate uniform and name badge• Uniform, including footwear should fit appropriatelyClinical Area• Hair tied up• Nails trimmed and no nail varnish or acrylic nails• No jewellery from the elbow except a plain band• No long sleeves under uniform• Hair net in the theatre area/beard net for bearded employees• No scented creams/perfumes in the theatre are permittedEducational- Qualified Registered Nurse and/or Qualified Registered MidwifeRegistrations- Current INMB RegistrationExperience- Completed 2 years of training in an IVF clinic, including ultrasound scanning.Languages- Fluency in the English language –written and oralWeekly Hours:37.5 hoursWorking Day:8-hour day - between the core hours of 7:00 and 18:00, Monday to Friday. Occasional weekends are required.Location:Sims IVF SwordsSalary:Commensurate with experience• Please submit a cover letter.• Also, a copy of an up-to-date CV• Email Subject Line- Fertility Nurse/Midwife Role• Please email to: Applications close on the 18th February 2026.