Job Purpose

The OT Nurse is responsible for providing safe, efficient, and high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing infertility-related procedures and other procedures performed in the Operation Theatre. The nurse will support doctors and the clinical team before, during, and after procedures while maintaining strict infection-control, patient-safety, documentation, and OT standards.

Key ResponsibilitiesA. Pre-Procedure Responsibilities

Receive and verify patients scheduled for infertility/OT procedures.
Confirm patient identity using appropriate identifiers.
Verify procedure, consent, medical history, allergies, investigations, and required documentation.
Prepare the OT, instruments, equipment, medications, consumables, and emergency equipment before the procedure.
Ensure the OT is clean, disinfected, and properly prepared according to infection-control standards.
Assist with patient preparation, positioning, gowning, and pre-procedure checks.
Ensure all required laboratory reports and clinical documents are available as instructed by the treating physician.
Provide appropriate patient reassurance and maintain privacy and dignity.

B. Infertility / IVF Procedure Responsibilities

The OT Nurse should be familiar with and assist in procedures such as:

Oocyte retrieval / Ovum pick-up (OPU)
Embryo transfer
Procedures related to fertility treatment as directed by the fertility specialist
Other minor gynecological procedures associated with infertility services

For OPU and related procedures, the nurse shall:

Prepare the OT and required sterile equipment.
Assist the physician and embryology/fertility team during the procedure.
Maintain strict aseptic technique.
Prepare and handle procedure-related consumables as per approved protocols.
Assist with patient monitoring during the procedure.
Ensure appropriate labeling and identification of specimens as per the center's approved protocol.
Coordinate appropriately with the embryology/laboratory team regarding specimens, maintaining correct patient identification and traceability.
Monitor the patient for bleeding, pain, adverse reactions, or other complications.
Ensure all required documentation is completed.

For embryo transfer:

Prepare the patient and procedure room according to the fertility team's protocol.
Assist the physician during the procedure.
Maintain patient identification and documentation.
Coordinate with the embryology team as required.
Provide post-procedure instructions as directed by the treating physician.

C. Intra-Operative Responsibilities

Assist the surgeon/physician and anesthesia team as required.
Maintain sterile technique throughout the procedure.
Perform surgical/OT counts of instruments, needles, swabs, and other applicable items.
Prepare and pass instruments and supplies as required.
Monitor vital signs and patient condition within the nurse's scope of practice.
Immediately report any abnormal findings or patient deterioration to the physician.
Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation.
Ensure safe handling and disposal of sharps and biomedical waste.

D. Post-Procedure Responsibilities

Monitor the patient during recovery according to the physician's orders and facility protocol.
Assess vital signs, pain, bleeding, consciousness, and general condition.
Report any abnormal findings or complications immediately.
Assist with safe transfer of the patient to the recovery area/discharge area.
Provide post-procedure nursing instructions as directed by the physician.
Ensure discharge documentation and required nursing records are completed.
Ensure the OT is appropriately cleaned and prepared for the next procedure.

Infection Prevention & Control

Strictly follow infection-prevention and control policies.
Maintain aseptic and sterile techniques.
Follow hand-hygiene requirements.
Ensure proper sterilization and handling of instruments.
Follow biomedical waste segregation and disposal procedures.
Immediately report any infection-control concerns or breaches.

Patient Safety & Emergency Responsibilities

Maintain patient safety throughout the procedure.
Ensure correct patient, correct procedure, and correct documentation.
Be prepared to respond to emergencies such as bleeding, allergic reactions, vasovagal episodes, respiratory compromise, or other unexpected patient deterioration.
Ensure emergency equipment and medications are available and checked as required.
Assist the medical team during emergency management within the nurse's scope of practice.

Documentation

Complete OT nursing records accurately and on time.
Document patient assessment, vital signs, medications administered, procedure-related nursing care, counts, specimen handling/transfer, recovery status, and other required information.
Maintain confidentiality of all patient and fertility-related information.
Ensure traceability and correct identification of fertility-related specimens according to approved protocols.

Coordination & Teamwork

Coordinate closely with fertility specialists, gynecologists, anesthetists, embryologists, nurses, and other clinical staff.
Communicate clearly and professionally with patients and their families.
Ensure smooth coordination between the OT, fertility clinic, recovery area, and laboratory/embryology team.
Escalate clinical, operational, or patient-safety concerns promptly.

Professional Responsibilities

Follow Elite Medical Center policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
Maintain professional conduct and patient confidentiality.
Attend required training, competency assessments, and infection-control programs.
Maintain required professional licenses and certifications.
Work within the nurse's approved scope of practice and applicable Qatar healthcare regulations.
Participate in quality improvement and patient-safety initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor/Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.
Valid Qatar nursing license/registration as applicable.
Relevant OT experience preferred.
Experience in gynecology, infertility, IVF, OPU, or embryo-transfer services is preferred.
Knowledge of infection prevention and sterile techniques.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a procedure-based clinical environment.
Ability to respond appropriately to emergencies.

Pay: QAR5,500.00 - QAR6,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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