Pediatric ECMO Specialist

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