ECMO Program Coordinator

University of Arkansas System; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is looking for an ECMO Program Coordinator to oversee the development and operationalization of the ECMO Program. The ideal candidate will possess an Arkansas RN license and significant experience as an ECMO Specialist, demonstrating leadership and collaboration to improve patient care and clinical practices.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement matching contributions

Basic Life Insurance

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• Associate in Nursing and valid Arkansas Registered Nurse License required.
• 3 years of experience as an ECMO Specialist.
• Previous experience as an ECLS/ECMO specialist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operationalization of the ECMO Program and other MCS programs.
• Monitor, evaluate, and improve clinical practices related to ECLS.
• Develop policies and guidelines based on evidence for ECLS management.

Skills

Monitoring

Evaluation

Collaboration

Education

Associate in Nursing

BSN degree in nursing

Job description

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Closing Date

07/02/2025

Type of Position

Administration - Outreach

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
  
  

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Summary of Job Duties

The ECMO program coordinator is a registered nurse who, in close coordination with the ECMO medical director and ECMO/MCS team, is responsible for the development, implementation, and operationalization of the ECMO Program and other MCS programs. The ECMO Program Coordinator will monitor, evaluate, and initiate performance improvement processes to support the success of the program. They will monitor, collect, and report metrics to the ECLS team and the ELSO ECMO registry. They will be responsible for maintaining and upholding compliance in training requirements for all ECLS staff, through the development and coordination of required initial and ongoing training and evaluation of clinical competence of ECLS specialists. The ECMO/MCS coordinator will be responsible for program development of the ECMO program and will assist with other MCS programs. While holding a working knowledge of ECMO, the candidate will cover call rotation with the other ECMO coordinators, providing a 24/7 call responsibility. This position provides clinical leadership and expertise in the implementation and management of the program, utilizing evidence-based standards and careful stewardship of resources to promote conservation and appropriate use of ECLS intervention and resources at UAMS.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate in Nursing,
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nurse License,
• 3 years of experience as an ECMO Specialist
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN degree in nursing
• Previous experience as an ECLS/ECMO specialist or ECLS/ECMO coordinator
• National Certification
  
  

Additional Information

Responsibilities

• Functions as an expert clinician for the ECLS patients
• Monitors, evaluates, and improves clinical practice, quality, and safety related to ECLS
• Consults and collaborates with patient care teams; makes rounds on ECLS patients
• Develops, implements, and oversees the orientation programs for ECLS practitioners
• Creates and implements initial and ongoing competency assessment for ECLS practitioners
• Evaluates the practice environment concerning existing evidence and:
• designs and implements quality improvement strategies to ensure that performance related to nursing sensitive indicators and ECLS registry metrics meets or exceeds established goals.
• Identifies individual practice issues, develops improvement strategies, and contributes to performance appraisal for all nursing staff on assigned units.
• Develops evaluation methods to measure safety and effectiveness for interventions and outcomes.
• Use current research findings and other evidence to expand clinical knowledge, enhance role performance, and increase knowledge of professional issues.
• Responsible for the future development, implementation, and evaluation of an ECLS transport team
• Maintains ECLS equipment and supplies needed for successful initiation and ongoing intervention of ECLS
• Articulates the strategy and operationalization of the UAMS Adult ECLS program. An ECLS program requires a multidisciplinary approach to care, and the program must be developed around a diverse group of stakeholders, including nurses, physicians, pharmacists, perfusionists, surgical teams, financial representatives, etc.
• Provides direction to enhance the effectiveness of the multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary team and is responsible for maintaining the ECMO schedule.
• Develops policies, protocols, and guidelines based on evidence to ensure appropriate ECLS initiation, management, and follow-up.
• Provides leadership in the coordination and implementation of quality improvement activities around ECLS initiation, ongoing intervention, and follow-up with patients.
• Responsible for establishing UAMS as a leader in ECLS by utilizing an Interprofessional team and patient-centric approach.
• Analyzes and provides data and information about ECLS management and outcomes to ECLS Steering Committee and ECLS team members: patient safety & satisfaction, medical risks, quality outcomes, financial costs, etc.
• Maintains data reporting to the ECLO ECMO registry
• Reviews with quality management any major complications through M&M and shares findings with ECLS team members
• Engages in a formal process seeking feedback regarding role performance with all stakeholders. Participates in peer review.
• Formally disseminates findings through activities, such as presentations, publications, and consultation
• Identifies opportunities for the generation and use of research
• Knowledge Transfer
• Maintains excellence in interpersonal skills and conflict management.
• Builds credibility and trust with care providers/clinicians/leadership as a champion of the ECLS program.
• Develops, implements and evaluates education and training programs relating to the ECLS program.
• Responsible for the coordination of community outreach activities.
• Serves as a liaison between patient care areas and professional services.
• Maintains and/or disseminates changes in evidence, protocols, or standard work.
• Communicates plans and decisions to stakeholders (e.g. committees, ECLS team members, administration).
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching

Occasional Physical Activity

Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Sharps, Standing, Talking

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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