ECMO Specialist PRN in Norfolk, Virginia at Childrens Hospital of The King's Daughters

The ECMO Specialist functions under the supervision of the designated physician(s) and in accordance with written policies and protocols developed and approved by the ECMO physicians, the medical executive committee and the governing board. Reports to department leadership.

Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in assessing and implementing comprehensive patient care services of ECMO patients.

Monitors and troubleshoots the ECMO circuit and related equipment during the treatment period.

Collaborates with bedside RNs, physicians, and other members of the health care team to coordinate care for these very complex patients.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Must obtain and maintain ECMO specialty certifications as applicable.

Must meet one of the following requirements:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a critical care setting.

Pediatric critical care experience preferred.

Successful completion of ELSO-based ECMO training program required.

Strong leadership, decision-making skills, and knowledge of quality improvement methods.

Ability to demonstrate high level of initiative, self-direction, and accountability. Interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication with department staff, physicians, nurses, other clinicians, patients/families, and other agencies and institutions.

CPR Training and PALS training required within 6 months of hire. ACLS and NRP preferred.

Must provide record of a completed diploma (or equivalent) or academic transcript for those areas performing laboratory testing.

Clinical patient care environment with minimal exposure to hazards such as excess noise, dust, or extremes in temperature. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, body fluids and other conditions common to the healthcare environment. Moderate adverse working conditions due to the need to perform certain patient care activities.