RN Critical Care Specialist, Medical ICU

Community Medical Centers; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Sign-on bonus

Continuing education

Free parking

Job summary

Community Medical Centers in Fresno, California is seeking an RN Critical Care Specialist to oversee ECMO systems and care for critically ill patients under physician supervision.

The role requires CA RN license, BLS certification, and ECMO-related training with experience in open-heart care. Work includes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN license in California is required.
• BLS certification required.
• ECMO experience and related training required.
• Open heart experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage ECMO system and monitor patients under supervision of a licensed ECMO-trained physician.
• Care for open-heart surgery patients and manage ECMO-related devices such as CRRT, Impella, and balloon pumps.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Critical care nursing

ECMO care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Open heart patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in healthcare-related field

ECMO Management training

CRRT/balloon pumps/Impella training

Job description

Overview

Opportunities for you!

• Direct impact on quality patient care in a 24-bed unit with an RN-patient ratio of 1:2 but can be 1:1 based on patient acuity.
• Comprehensive relocation package and concierge service
• Progressive sign-on incentive paidover timefor eligible candidates
• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek
• Time and a half after 8hrs+ weekend and night differential (call pay for procedural areas)
• RN Advancement Pathway for growth, built for nurses, by nurses
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Tuition reimbursement, educationprogramsand scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions
• Great food options with on-demand ordering
• Free parking and electric charging

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page

Responsibilities

The RN Critical Care Specialist is a technical specialist trained to manage the ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) system and the clinical needs of patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed, ECMO-trained physician. This includes the management and monitoring of the ECMO machine, as well as circuit management and medical and mechanical emergencies.This role will care for open-heart surgery patients as assigned and manage other extracorporeal and critical care devices, such as continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), Impella, and balloon pumps. Works closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and ensure the best outcomes for critically ill patients.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a healthcare-related field OR maintains national certification related to nursing specialty requiredo
• Healthcare-related degrees may be subject to approval by the ACNO/CNO group prior to approvalo
• Completion of ECMO Management training course with documented necessary skills as an ECMO Specialist that is validated by the Medical Director within 180 days of hire or transfer into position requiredo
• Completion of training on CRRT, balloon pumps, and Impella within 180 days of hire or transfer into position required

Experience

• 6 months of open heart experience required
• Consistent demonstration of proficient clinical nursing practice proficiency required
• Experience in critical care, with at least one year of ECMO experience required

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required
• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
• NATIONAL - National Certification related to specialty and applicable to role (if qualifying with this option) required

Disclaimers

Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.

If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.