ECMO Specialist, FT, Night
About The Position
In collaboration with perfusion and physician staff, in an acute, critical care inpatient setting, provides clinical direction for all aspects of patient care related to Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation [ECMO] therapy. Demonstrates clinical competency utilizing evidence based practices/research in all areas of the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and outcomes. Incorporates knowledge of safety protocols, cost containment and quality improvement throughout the nursing process. Identifies patient, unit, and organizational priorities and incorporates into the nursing process. Adheres to all compliance and policy/procedures of the organization including, but not limited to: licensure renewal, assigned training, employee health screenings, time and attendance policy, dress code policy, patient confidentiality, infection control and medication administration. Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory agency requirements (TJC, DHEC, CMS). Provides care within the scope of their South Carolina license. The acute inpatient setting usually requires staff to be scheduled for a significant amount of shift, weekend, holiday, and/or on-call work. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Requirements
- Education - Associate degree in Nursing or Respiratory Therapy
- Experience - ECMO specialty device course and required CMEs to maintain proficiency
- Licensed to practice as a RN or RT in South Carolina
Nice To Haves
- Three (3) years of intensive care experience may be considered.
- Working knowledge of patient equip-suction, defibrillator, vitals
- I-STAT point of care competency
Responsibilities
- Manages and assists with cardio-pulmonary support devices, ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation).
- Maintains accurate records of cardio-pulmonary support devices, ECMO, as a permanent copy of the medical record.
- Follows laboratory procedure for handling specimens, processing test analyses and reporting results.
- Assists in patient transport activities and manages cardio-pulmonary support devices, ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) during patient transport process.
- Provides direct patient care for patients within scope of practice.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
