ECMO Specialist Jefferson Highway

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • New Orleans, LA

9h

About The Position

The ECMO Specialist uses skills acquired through in-house training, certification, recertification, and skills validation to deliver specialized care by operating and managing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) equipment. The role works under the supervision of the ECMO Program Manager and ECMO physicians, collaborates with the healthcare team in planning and delivering patient care, monitors patient status and the ECMO circuit, maintains the ECMO pump, and manages ECMO patients. The specialist identifies and corrects problems associated with ECMO procedures and provides services as ordered by a physician in accordance with established policies and procedures.

The role also collects and manages quality-improvement data, adapts care and communication to individual patient needs, and maintains compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and Ochsner policies. Duties may change or be supplemented, and the job description is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing, completion of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program, or Certified Clinical Perfusionist.
• At least 1 year of strong critical care experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Current State of Louisiana RN License, or completion of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program with a current Louisiana Respiratory Therapist license and active Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care, or a Certified Respiratory Therapist grandfathered by the ECMO Medical Director.
• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval; proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software, and keyboard use.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with ECMO physicians and healthcare team members.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and support management decisions.
• Ability to manage stress and maintain professionalism when interacting with physicians, coworkers, patients, and families.
• Sound judgment in assessing patient and family needs; analytical skills to interpret medical test results and act within parameters defined by the ECMO physician.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• One year of pediatric or neonatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan the daily ECMO course with the healthcare team.
• Manage the ECMO patient.
• Manage and maintain the ECMO pump.
• Collect and manage quality-improvement data.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, explaining services or procedures, and requesting permissions.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.
• Comply with Ochsner's Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including promptly reporting suspected unethical conduct or safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree