ECMO CORE Team: Rotating

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse II ECMO Specialist is part of the ECMO Team and provides individualized, goal-directed care to patients and families using the principles and practices of the nursing process. Under general supervision, the specialist delivers safe and effective care and works with other healthcare team members to achieve desired outcomes. When using the ECMO pump to care for an ECMO patient, the specialist reports to the ECMO Nurse Manager.

The role involves managing the ECMO system and related equipment, maintenance and emergency procedures, and the patient's clinical needs while on ECMO under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician. The specialist collaborates with bedside registered nurses, physicians, and other multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care for complex ICU patients. The ECMO team is comprised of registered nurses and respiratory therapists from within the intensive care units.

This position is scheduled for 36 hours per week, typically three 12-hour shifts. Shifts vary based on department needs and are rotating. ICU experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• At least one year of work experience as a registered nurse; experience cannot substitute for education.
• At least two years of critical care nursing work experience.
• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or a recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Ability to perform the listed physical and mental job functions, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted and working effectively in stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.
• ICU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, goal-directed care to patients and families using the principles and practices of the nursing process.
• Deliver safe and effective patient care and collaborate with other healthcare team members to achieve desired outcomes.
• Manage the ECMO system, including the blood pump, tubing, artificial oxygenator, and related equipment, under the direction and supervision of a licensed physician.
• Perform pertinent ECMO system maintenance and emergency procedures.
• Address clinical needs of patients on ECMO, including acid-base balance, oxygenation, ventilation, and anticoagulation.
• Collaborate with bedside registered nurses, physicians, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to coordinate care for complex ICU patients.

What This Job Offers

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