ECMO Specialist

ECMO Specialist at Novant Health summary:

Provides specialized bedside care and monitoring for patients on ECMO in a Cardiac ICU, including circuit troubleshooting, rapid response for cannulation, and collaboration with ECMO physicians and perfusionists. Requires RN or Respiratory Therapist licensure, critical care ICU experience (minimum 2 years), and life support certifications; BSN preferred for RNs. Works night shift in a high-acuity, team-oriented environment focused on advanced cardiovascular and respiratory support.

ECMO Specialist

Location: Presbyterian Medical Center - Charlotte, NC

Unit: Cardiac ICU

Schedule: Full-time nighthift (7:00PM - 7:00AM)

This is a specialized team small environment and family like team with supportive leadership.

Provides care to patients in cardiac or respiratory failure receiving ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation). Includes monitoring and maintaining ECMO patients and rapid response for ECMOcannulation. Responsible for all aspects of monitoring and troubleshooting the ECMO circuit and related equipment during the treatment period.

Our Cardiac ICU is a specialized unit committed to delivering advanced care to critically ill patients with complex cardiovascular conditions. We care for patients requiring high acuity procedures and interventions including implantation of mechanical circulatory support. We foster a collaborative, team oriented and supportive environment focused on patient-centered care and professional growth.

Education : Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse program or Respiratory Therapy program is required with current licensure and certification as appropriate. For RN, BSN preferred.

Experience : Minimum of (2) two years of direct patient care experience in a neonatal, pediatric or adult ICU setting is required.

License/Certification : Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider status according to American Heart Asociation, required. ACLS, preferred.

Additional skills required : Provides valuable assessment skills to the ECMO physician and perfusionist.

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
• The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

Keywords:

ECMO specialist, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, cardiac ICU nurse, critical care RN, respiratory therapist, ECMO cannulation, circuit troubleshooting, ACLS BLS, mechanical circulatory support