ECMO Program Coordinator

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The ECMO Program Coordinator is a registered nurse responsible for the development, implementation, and operationalization of the ECMO Program and other MCS programs in close coordination with the ECMO medical director and ECMO/MCS team. This role involves monitoring, evaluating, and initiating performance improvement processes to ensure program success. The coordinator will track and report metrics to the ECLS team and the ELSO ECMO registry, and will be responsible for maintaining compliance with training requirements for all ECLS staff by developing and coordinating necessary training and competence evaluations. The position also involves program development for the ECMO program and assistance with other MCS programs. The candidate will participate in a 24/7 call rotation with other ECMO coordinators, providing clinical leadership and expertise in program implementation and management, using evidence-based standards and resources to promote conservation and appropriate use of ECLS interventions at UAMS.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.
Valid RN License
1 year of Registered nursing experience

Nice To Haves

BSN degree in nursing
3 years of experience as an ECMO Specialist
Previous experience as an ECLS/ECMO specialist or ECLS/ECMO coordinator
National Certification

Responsibilities

Functions as an expert clinician for the ECLS patients
Monitors, evaluates, and improves clinical practice, quality, and safety related to ECLS
Consults and collaborates with patient care teams; makes rounds on ECLS patients
Develops, implements, and oversees the orientation programs for ECLS practitioners
Creates and implements initial and ongoing competency assessment for ECLS practitioners
Evaluates the practice environment concerning existing evidence and designs and implements quality improvement strategies to ensure that performance related to nursing sensitive indicators and ECLS registry metrics meets or exceeds established goals.
Identifies individual practice issues, develops improvement strategies, and contributes to performance appraisal for all nursing staff on assigned units.
Develops evaluation methods to measure safety and effectiveness for interventions and outcomes.
Uses current research findings and other evidence to expand clinical knowledge, enhance role performance, and increase knowledge of professional issues.
Responsible for the future development, implementation, and evaluation of an ECLS transport team
Maintains ECLS equipment and supplies needed for successful initiation and ongoing intervention of ECLS
Articulates the strategy and operationalization of the UAMS Adult ECLS program. An ECLS program requires a multidisciplinary approach to care, and the program must be developed around a diverse group of stakeholders, including nurses, physicians, pharmacists, perfusionists, surgical teams, financial representatives, etc.
Provides direction to improve the effectiveness of the multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary team and maintains the ECMO schedule.
Develops policies, protocols, and guidelines based on evidence to ensure appropriate ECLS initiation, management, and follow-up.
Provides leadership in the coordination and implementation of quality improvement activities around ECLS initiation, ongoing intervention, and follow-up with patients.
Responsible for establishing UAMS as a leader in ECLS by utilizing an Interprofessional team and patient-centric approach.
Analyzes and provides data and information about ECLS management and outcomes to the ECLS Steering Committee and ECLS team members: patient safety & satisfaction, medical risks, quality outcomes, financial costs, etc.
Maintains data reporting to the ECLO ECMO registry
Reviews with quality management any major complications through M&M and shares findings with ECLS team members
Engages in a formal process seeking feedback regarding role performance with all stakeholders. Participates in peer review.
Formally disseminates findings through activities, such as presentations, publications, and consultation
Identifies opportunities for the generation and use of research
Maintains excellence in interpersonal skills and conflict management.
Builds credibility and trust with care providers/clinicians/leadership as a champion of the ECLS program.
Develops, implements, and evaluates education and training programs relating to the ECLS program.
Responsible for the coordination of community outreach activities.
Serves as a liaison between patient care areas and professional services.
Maintains and/or disseminates changes in evidence, protocols, or standard work.
Communicates plans and decisions to stakeholders (e.g. committees, ECLS team members, administration).
Other duties as assigned.