ECMO Specialist - PRN Jefferson Highway

Ochsner Health · New Orleans, LA · 3 mo ago

OTHRPart-time

About the role

This job delivers specialized comprehensive care to a variety of patient populations by operating and managing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) equipment under the supervision of ECMO leadership and physicians. Collaborates with all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of care to the patient; monitors the patient’s status and ECMO circuit; maintains the ECMO pump and manages the ECMO patient; identifies and corrects problems associated with ECMO procedures; and provides ECMO services as ordered by a physician in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Assesses and plans daily ECMO course with healthcare team.
Manages the ECMO patient.
Manages and maintains the ECMO pump.
Collects and manages quality improvement data.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Education:

Required - Associate’s Degree in Respiratory OR a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Perfusion, or related field

Qualifications

Work Experience - Required - 1 year of strong critical care experience
Preferred - 1 year of pediatric/neonatal experience

Skills and Abilities

Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficient with Windows-style applications and various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively support management decisions and promote a positive work environment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to deal with multiple tasks at the same time.
Ability to manage stress in order to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with ECMO physicians, co-workers, patients, and patients’ families.
Ability to use sound judgment in assessing patient and family needs.
Refined analytical skills and ability to interpret results of medical tests and act upon these results within the parameters defined by the ECMO physician.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible work schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Varies based on patient demand and facility requirements.

Benefits

Details to be provided upon hire.

Job Duties

See Responsibilities section.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The job requires sitting for long periods of time and may involve lifting and moving patients or equipment. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Compliance & Privacy Program

Ochsner Health maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Immediate Reporting of Concerns

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Ochsner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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