ECMO Coordinator

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking an ECMO Coordinator to lead the ECMO program at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem. This hybrid role blends advanced clinical expertise with administrative responsibilities to support and enhance ECMO services.

The position requires a 4-year degree and clinical licensure in RN/CRT/RRT/CCP, ACLS, and BLS with experience in ICU settings. Strong leadership and program management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, respiratory therapy, or perfusion program/Graduate in related field.
• RN/CRT/RRT/CCP license as required by state.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight and act as SME in ECMO therapy.
• Lead day-to-day ECMO program operations and ensure compliance with policies and evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to educate staff and develop competency in ECMO.
• Ensure accurate data collection and maintenance of the ELSO registry.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor outcomes.
• Assist in staffing support and coverage planning.
• Serve as liaison between ECMO team, leadership, and stakeholders.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Program management

Staff education

Data collection

Quality improvement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing, respiratory therapy, or perfusion

Tools

ELSO registry

Clinical data systems

Job description

What We Offer

ECMO Coordinator

Location: Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC

Schedule: Day shift, M-F

Department: Hospital Based Programs

The ECMO Coordinator is a dynamic hybrid role that blends advanced clinical expertise with strategic administrative responsibilities to support and lead the ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) program. This role is designed for a highly skilled clinician with specialized training in all modalities of extracorporeal support, who also demonstrates strong leadership and program management capabilities.

Functioning similarly to an Assistant Nurse Manager, the ECMO Coordinator provides departmental leadership and collaborates closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional, evidence-based patient care and optimal program performance.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical oversight and serve as a subject matter expert in ECMO therapy.
• Lead the day-to-day operations of the ECMO program, ensuring compliance with all internal policies, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and other healthcare professionals to support staff education, competency development, and clinical training in ECMO.
• Ensure accurate and timely data collection, reporting, and maintenance of the ELSO (Extracorporeal Life Support Organization) registry.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, including monitoring outcomes, implementing best practices, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Assist in staffing support and coverage planning as needed.
• Act as a liaison between the ECMO team, departmental leadership, and other stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Education:
  • 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required. Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse program, respiratory therapy program, or cardiovascular perfusion program.
  • CCRN, preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of (2) two years of direct patient care experience in a neonatal, pediatric or adult ICU setting is required.
  • Three years Critical Care Nursing, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Current RN, CRT/RRT, or CCP license in appropriate state, required.
  • ACLS, required.
  • BLS, required.
  • Advanced Critical Care ECMO, preferred.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

186430