Licensed Practical Nurse

First Fertility•Metairie, LA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At The Fertility Institute of New Orleans (FINO), we are dedicated to patient education, empathy, and expertise as the foundation for successful fertility care. Specializing in advanced reproductive services — including ART and IVF — our team brings together compassionate professionals committed to supporting patients and families every step of the way. From our Metairie, Louisiana location, we deliver personalized, high-quality care that reflects our mission and values. The Role We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our clinical team in Metairie, Louisiana. This full-time role supports the delivery of high-quality nursing care to patients and families pursuing advanced reproductive services, including general clinical, ART/IVF, and float nursing assignments. We're looking for a detail-oriented, compassionate professional who thrives in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited practical nursing program and passage of the NCLEX-PN licensing exam, with active LPN licensure in Louisiana.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with patients, colleagues, and providers.
Ability to manage protocols across multiple physicians with precision and strong multitasking skills in a busy, deadline-driven environment.
Proficiency in electronic medical record systems with a commitment to maintaining a high standard of patient care and accurate documentation.
Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays, holidays, and on-call as scheduled.

Nice To Haves

Experience in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) and/or IVF.
Phlebotomy skills.

Responsibilities

Order and interpret diagnostic tests per established protocols, ensuring accurate documentation in the eIVF system.
Conduct screening examinations and assess results, participating in patient assessments including lab results, ultrasounds, and specific pregnancy needs.
Assist physicians with examinations and procedures such as inseminations and transvaginal ultrasounds.
Educate patients on medical and nursing procedures and offer emotional support throughout their treatment journey.
Triage patient calls, provide solutions, and follow up as needed; check and respond to patient messages and complete tasks in eIVF throughout the day.
Instruct patients on treatments and medications, coordinate follow-up appointments, and collaborate with other FINO locations as required.
Manage and schedule surgical procedures, pre- and post-operative visits, and coordinate with surgical centers.
Work with billing agents/FSRs to secure pre-certifications for infertility procedures.
Cover clinical nursing duties during absences and participate in team meetings and ongoing professional development.
Maintain a safe and clean workspace and uphold HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality.