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Background: Despite the increasing complexity of Indonesian nurses’ experiences, the fact indicates that many nurses may not possess adequate knowledge and skills in discussing sexuality with their patients. Objective: The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of Indonesian nurses in providing sexuality care. Methods: A descriptive qualitative study to examine the experiences of the Indonesian nurses to solve patient’s sexual problem. Ten nurses were recruited from a general hospital in Indonesia. Data were collected by in-dept interviews. Data were analysed using thematic analysis.Findings: Four themes were identified from this study: (1) We believe that sexuality care is apart of our professional role; (2)  Discomfort and embarrassment act as barriers to responding the patient’s sexual problem; (3) We assume that most patients are lack of interest in sexuality because of their illnesses, and (4) I do not feel confident in discussing patients’ sexuality concerns Conclusion: This study highlights the Indonesian nurses’ experiences in providing sexuality care to their patients.Implications for practice: The findings from this study proved that most nurses felt less confident and uncomfortable in addressing patients’ sexuality concerns. More training related to sexuality care is needed for Indonesian nurses.