$10,000 Sign on Bonus available for eligible candidates
Relocation incentive from $5,000 available for eligible candidates
Grow with us. Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn salary increases of up to 20%* through our Clinical Ladder Program based on experience, professional development, and achievement of advancement criteria.
Clinical Ladder participation is voluntary. Salary adjustments are determined by program eligibility, advancement level, and organizational guidelines.
- Manages ECMO circuits and equipment during patient care, including circuit interventions and change-outs.
- Observes, monitors, assesses, and reports patient status and response to ECMO therapy.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for ECMO patients.
- Participates in building and priming disposable ECMO circuits and other related equipment.
- Leads ECMO patient transport, both within and between hospitals. Documents comprehensive clinical assessments, including diagnostic testing and equipment status.
- Educates patients and families on ECMO devices and equipment to ensure safe patient care.
- Provides education to facility staff on ECMO therapy and safe patient care practices.
- Assists in the onboarding, training, and development of new ECMO specialists.
- Participates in program meetings, multidisciplinary rounds, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Initiates and suggests quality improvement ideas through appropriate administrative channels.
- Facilitates the growth of the ECMO program through education, coaching, and outreach opportunities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Sound clinical judgement, decision-making and problem-solving skills. [Required]
- Effective teaching and coaching skills. [Required]
- Adept at initiating and administering complex therapeutic interventions. [Required]
- Maintains effective time-management skills within a high-stress environment. [Required]
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to tailor messages to various audiences and populations. [Required]
- Ability to maintain accountability and commitment to quality and safety. [Required]
- Ability to maintain relationships with patients, families, and other members of the multidisciplinary hospital team. [Required]
- Computer skills and ability to work effectively within electronic medical records (EMRs) [Required]
- Ability to work independently while thriving in a setting requiring collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. [Required]
- Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Platform; particularly Outlook and Word. [Required]
- Ability to ensure security and confidentiality of patient health information (PHI). [Required]
- Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals, bylaws, regulations, and instructions. [Required]
- Ability to make decisions ethically and be a patient advocate. [Required]
- Knowledge and ability to intervene safely with an ECMO Circuit and ensure ECMO therapy continues. [Required]
- Knowledge and ability to build, prime, and initiate an ECMO circuit utilizing various disposable equipment and cannulas. [Required]
Education:
- Associate's [Required]
- Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]
- Master's of Nursing [Preferred]
Work Experience:
- 2+ year of ICU critical care or palliative care experience for patients with life-limiting or life-threatening illnesses [Required]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
- Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range:
$31.53 - $64.55
