Registered Nurse (OT)

Ethmar International Holding (EIH) and FutureLife Group are bringing the internationally renowned Institut Marquès assisted reproductive technology (ART) centre to Abu Dhabi, strengthening the emirate's position as a global hub for healthcare innovation. Institut Marquès Abu Dhabi is looking for a Registered Nurse with IVF experience, currently based in Dubai or Northtern Emirates, for our operating theatre to provide safe, specialised care for patients during egg collection and embryo transfer, supporting them through some of the most important moments of their fertility journey. About the Role You will prepare the procedure environment, assist fertility consultants and anaesthetists during oocyte pick-up (OPU) and embryo transfer, and provide pre- and post-procedure care. Working alongside embryologists and multidisciplinary colleagues, you will ensure every procedure follows approved protocols, infection prevention standards, DOH requirements, and JCI standards. Key Responsibilities • Assess and prepare patients before procedures, including identity checks, consent verification, and baseline observations • Prepare the theatre and procedure room, including equipment, sterile supplies, and emergency readiness • Assist consultants and anaesthetists during OPU and embryo transfer, maintaining aseptic technique • Support sedation and anaesthesia, monitoring patients and responding to changes promptly • Coordinate specimen transfer with the embryology laboratory under approved witnessing and traceability protocols • Provide post-procedure care, monitoring for complications such as bleeding and OHSS, and guide discharge • Maintain accurate perioperative records and follow surgical safety checklists • Follow infection prevention, sterilisation, and waste management standards What You Bring • Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a recognised institution • Valid DOH Abu Dhabi Registered Nurse licence, or eligibility to obtain one • At least 2–3 years of post-registration clinical nursing experience • Experience in an operating theatre, day surgery, or procedure room, ideally in an IVF or fertility centre • Experience assisting with oocyte pick-up and embryo transfer, or in gynaecology and women's health • Knowledge of IVF treatment pathways and conscious sedation support • Strong understanding of aseptic technique, infection prevention, and perioperative safety • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification • Calm, compassionate manner and clear communication under pressure • Fluent English, spoken and written Why Join Us? Join a new fertility centre at the start of its story in Abu Dhabi. Your skill and care will help patients feel safe and supported at the moments that matter most. of their lives.