ECMO Specialist
About The Position
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. 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".
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse program or Respiratory Therapy program is required with current licensure and certification as appropriate.
- Minimum of (2) two years of direct patient care experience in a neonatal, pediatric or adult ICU setting is required.
- Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider status according to American Heart Asociation, required.
- Provides valuable assessment skills to the ECMO physician and perfusionist.
Nice To Haves
- For RN, BSN preferred.
- ACLS, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides care to patients in cardiac or respiratory failure receiving ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation).
- Monitoring and maintaining ECMO patients
- Rapid response for ECMOcannulation.
- Responsible for all aspects of monitoring and troubleshooting the ECMO circuit and related equipment during the treatment period.
- deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.
- fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm"
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
