ECMO Coordinator at HealthPark Medical Center

Location:HealthPark Medical Center -9981 So HealthPark CircleFort Myers FL 33908

Department: Nursing Administration

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$38.15 - $49.60 / hour

Summary

The ECMO Coordinator acts as the lead ECMO Specialist (ES). They ensure ECMO practices are concurrent with ELSO guidelines and organization, operational, and strategic goals, policies, and guidelines. Work in close collaboration with Cardiac Surgery, Intensivist and Perfusionist regarding initiation, management, and removal of ECMO.

The technical complexity of this position requires the ECMO Coordinator to have a thorough understanding of cardiac, congenital pediatrics, pulmonary, vascular, and orthotopic transplantation procedures. ECMO support must be administered to a varied patient population safely and efficiently. They will provide direct clinical coverage and participate in clinical rounds.

In collaboration with leadership, the ECMO Coordinator is responsible for training, orienting, and developing competencies associated with ECMO. Will serve as a mentor for ECMO Specialists (ES) by performing ECMO at the bedside, modeling appropriate behavior and decision making, and leading by example. Provide feedback to leaders on ES performance as deemed necessary.

They will assist with the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines as well as the delegation and implementation of protocols. Provide recommendations related to order set development and the electronic medical record including documentation. Responsible for data collection and data entry in the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) registry in collaboration with the Clinical Analyst.

Demonstrate a commitment to quality and excellence, promoting Lee Health as an ECMO Center of Excellence. Along with ECMO leadership, the ECMO Coordinator ensures the ECMO program is compliant with ELSO guidelines and recommendations.

Looks for opportunities to present at medical meetings, network with other ECMO centers, and attend ECMO meetings to keep apprised on ECMO management and new technology. Is involved in product evaluation and assessment and will assist with program development and implementation of new technology.

Requirements

Education: Degree in Nursing Or Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited School for Respiratory Care OR Graduate of Perfusion Program required. Request is for Critical Care RN only. Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum of Two (2) years of experience as an ECMO Specialist. Five (5) years of experience as an ECMO Specialist preferred.

Certification: American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) required. ACLS required within six (6) months of hire. Certified ECMO Specialist - Adult (CES-A) within 24 months of hire. Adult Critical Care Specialty (ACCS) certification preferred.

License: Registered Nurse license in the state of Florida OR Licensed as Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) in the State of Florida OR Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. Request for Critical Care RN only.

Other: Ability to perform advanced ECMO procedures independently, working within the ECMO Specialist rotation. Excellent problem solving skills and ability to make complex clinical decisions. Excellent verbal and written skills. Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with a variety of professionals. High degree of organization skills. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to effectively educate others. Ability to display leadership and professionalism while in the workforce. Extensive knowledge of ECMO related equipment. Knowledge of ECMO guidelines and order sets. Knowledge of current disease management guidelines. Effective time management skills. Ability to interpret selective laboratory and diagnostic tests. Ability to collaborate with all members of the healthcare team and external customers. Computer skills related to data entry, including Microsoft Excel and Word. Self-directed work effort. Ability to recognize personal strengths and areas of improvement. Ability to establish and meet appropriate timelines and deadlines for completion.

US:FL:Fort Myers