LEAD NURSE

IVI America • South Portland, ME

7d

About The Position

The Lead Fertility Nurse is an REI Nurse who directs patient care and related activities according to Everleap Fertility’s policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives. This responsible position requires minimal supervision and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

The role combines hands-on patient care with clinical leadership, mentorship, and operational support for a team of fertility nurses. The Lead Nurse serves as a clinical resource, helps guide patients through their fertility journey, and works with nurse leaders, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to support quality care, effective workflows, and an exceptional patient experience.

Requirements

• Active RN license without limitations.
• At least 2 years of experience in reproductive medicine.
• Knowledge and experience implementing federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to physician practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMRs) and clinical documentation.
• Strong clinical skills in reproductive endocrinology and infertility care.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
• BCLS, ACLS, and/or IV certification.
• Previous team lead or supervisor experience.
• Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care as a practicing REI Nurse.
• Serve as a resource for nursing staff by answering clinical questions and providing patient-care guidance.
• Provide leadership so nurses understand their roles and how they contribute to organizational goals.
• Review scheduled patient appointments and create weekly nursing assignments.
• Distribute patients evenly among staff and monitor active patient volume per nurse.
• Communicate with the Nurse Manager or Physician Lead when NP/RP numbers consistently exceed benchmarks.
• Work with the Nurse Manager to support compliance with nursing policies and procedures.
• Facilitate regular team meetings to share updates, address concerns, and provide education about new protocols or initiatives.
• Identify workflow bottlenecks and recommend ways to improve efficiency, patient throughput, and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the Nurse Manager and Practice Operator to maintain compliance with OSHA, QA, and Risk Management programs and to identify and anticipate safety and health concerns.
• Participate in recruiting, selecting, retaining, training, and supervising nurses to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Coordinate onboarding, training, and development for new nursing staff.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and address performance concerns in collaboration with the Nurse Manager.
• Promptly and effectively address patient concerns or complaints related to nursing care.
• Maintain organization of team members’ timesheets, PTO, and related administrative needs.
• Communicate company policies, including health and safety, labor legislation, and training requirements, to support compliance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Retirement 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed