ECMO Specialist RN or RT

Children's Hospital Colorado Aurora, CO, US

Job Overview

The Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Specialist is in the early stages of specialization and training within the ECMO program. This role provides extracorporeal life support to patients requiring mechanical assistance for respiratory, cardiac, or circulatory failure, while continuing to gain experience in the more advanced aspects of ECMO care. The ECMO Specialist also delivers direct nursing care by floating to Acute Care and/or Critical Care units as needed, and works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support high-quality patient outcomes.

Department Name: ECMO

Job Status: full time, 36 hours per week, eligible for benefits

Shift: nights

Anticipated start date for this position will be August/September

This position is eligible for relocation assistance, if relocating from 100 miles or greater.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assists in the monitoring and maintenance of the ECMO circuit under the supervision of experienced team members, following established hospital protocols. Supports response efforts during planned and emergent changes in ECMO flow.
Follows departmental guidelines to support anticoagulation management and fluid balance, with guidance from senior staff.
Provides patient- and family-centered care in one or more clinical areas, applying developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive practices while continuing to build clinical skills.
Communicates patient values and preferences to the care team and supports implementation of care plans and education efforts, under supervision.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to support safe transitions of care and consistent, individualized care and education for patients and families.
Adheres to clinical policies, procedures, and safety practices to help reduce risk and ensure a safe care environment.
Applies evidence-based guidelines and protocols in the delivery of care, seeking support when needed to reinforce learning and best practices.
Participates in all required department trainings, meetings, and orientation activities to build knowledge and competence within the ECMO specialty.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:Bachelor’s degree in nursing or bachelor’s degree in respiratory care/AS in Respiratory Care with a Bachelor’s in an associated Health related field.

Experience:Three (3) years of critical care experience, at least two (2) years in pediatric critical care.

Equivalency: Associate degree in respiratory therapy or respiratory Care plus two (2) years of clinical experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree.

Licensure:CurrentRegistered Nurse (RN) or current Respiratory Therapist in the State of Colorado.

Certification(s)

BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at least 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
Adult Advanced Life Support (ACLS), and/or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC).
NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program for Respiratory Therapists
Member of a professional organization related to unit/department within 6 months of hire.

Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO)
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)

Salary Information

Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

Hourly Range: $42.27 to $63.41

Benefits Information

Here, you matter. As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.

As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.

Children’s Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.

EEO Statement

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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