Critical Care RN / RT - ECMO

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Health System is seeking an ECMO specialist in Dallas, Texas. The role involves developing treatment plans and collaborating with healthcare professionals for ECMO patient care. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, training in ECMO, and at least 2 years of critical care experience. Relevant licensing such as a Texas nursing license or respiratory therapist certification is required, along with basic and advanced life support certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the development of a treatment plan.
• Communicates with the ECMO physician and healthcare team.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Completion of a designated ECMO training program

Job description

Hours of Work

12

Days Of Week

3

Work Shift

12X3 Day (United States of America)

Job Purpose

The ECMO specialist participates in the development of a treatment plan, involving assessment, planning, implementation, and education. Communicates with the ECMO physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust and complete treatment specific to the ECMO patient care plan.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree
• Completion of a designated ECMO training program, and/or formal education in Extra Corporeal Circulation.

Licenses and/or Certifications

• Registered Nursing License issued by the State of Texas Board of Nursing
• Or RRT-Registered Respiratory Therapist License and Current NBRC – National Board of Respiratory Care
• Or CCP – Certified Perfusion License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience