Pediatric ECMO Specialist

Top Tier Reps LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 82,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system as a Pediatric ECMO Specialist in Houston, TX. This full-time, onsite role is perfect for experienced RNs with pediatric or NICU backgrounds. You'll play a crucial role in supporting critically ill pediatric patients by operating ECMO machines during life-saving interventions. Your expertise will contribute to developing care plans and ensuring high-quality nursing care. This dynamic position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of young patients while collaborating with a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about pediatric care and thrive under pressure, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

PTO

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Active RN license to practice in Texas or compact state eligibility.
• Prior experience operating ECMO equipment and pediatric critical care nursing.

Responsibilities

• Operate ECMO equipment during critical care procedures for pediatric patients.
• Develop and coordinate individualized care plans with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Critical thinking skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

ECMO equipment

Job description

Join a leading healthcare system in Houston, TX as a Pediatric ECMO Specialist. In this full-time, onsite role, you’ll support critically ill pediatric patients by operating ECMO machines during life-saving interventions. Ideal for experienced RNs with pediatric or NICU backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) equipment during critical care procedures for pediatric patients
• Deliver safe, high-quality, age-appropriate nursing care to pediatric and NICU patients
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and support examinations and treatments
• Develop, implement, and coordinate individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
• Participate in rapid response situations requiring ECMO intervention
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with all hospital policies and regulatory standards
• Educate patients and families regarding care plans and procedures
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior clinical staff
• Actively participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program (required)
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • Active RN license to practice in the State of Texas (or compact state eligibility)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required)
  • Additional specialty certifications may be required depending on department needs
• Experience:
  • Prior experience operating ECMO equipment (required)
  • Pediatric or NICU critical care nursing experience (required)
  • Experience levels:
    • RN I: Less than 1 year
    • RN II: 1–3 years
    • RN III: 3–10 years
    • RN IV: 10+ years
• Skills:
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure in high-acuity environments
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Salary & Benefits

• Base salary: $82,000–$123,000
• Bonus opportunities may apply
• Full suite of benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, tuition assistance)

Additional Information

• No visa sponsorship available
• ECMO specialists participate in an on-call rotation to support critical care response teams
• This role is essential for providing life-saving support to the hospital’s pediatric population