ECMO Specialist

Join Baylor University Medical Center as a Registered Nurse and be part of something better! $15,000 sign‑on bonus available to full‑time candidates with 2 years Registered Nurse experience. The ECMO ICU is looking for experienced ECMO Specialist RNs who strive to deliver the highest quality care for our ECMO population. The ECMO Specialist is expected to prime, initiate therapy, independently perform circuit exchanges and emergent interventions, and be proficient in the operation of multiple ECLS components and pumps. Performs intra/inter hospital transport of ECLS patients as part of the interdisciplinary Rapid ECMO Deployment Team. Patient Population All ECLS patients receiving VA, VV, VP, VA‑V, RVAD and ECPR therapies. Disease processes including but not limited to postcardiotomy syndrome, cardiogenic shock, advanced heart failure, pre and post heart/lung transplant, ARDS, and post cardiac arrest. Patient Ratios ECMO Specialist to pump ratio 1:3 Department Specifics 10 dedicated ECMO beds located inside CTTICU, dedicated ICU physicians and ACNP coverage 24/7, 100% certification rate (CCRN, CSC), multiple research trials and publications, and 1 of 2 NTX ECMO programs with ECMO Specialist RN‑led transport teams. Benefits Competitive pay including an RN Bonus Program rewarding nurses for providing exceptional care and improving patient outcomes. Attractive Relocation Assistance for full‑time candidates. Excellent benefits including a generous 401(k) program with company match, vacation and paid time off (PTO), tuition assistance, immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits and wellness programs to keep you and your family healthy. (Note: benefits may vary based on position type and/or level). A strong shared governance model featuring unit‑based councils that empower nurses and improve patient outcomes. Access to more than 4,000 hours of online continuing education for professional development. A strong system Nurse Practice Council that uses autonomy, authority and accountability in collaboration with transformational nursing leadership to drive nursing practice throughout Baylor Scott & White Health. A spirit of inquiry and innovation that promotes Evidence‑based practice, research and innovations in nursing practice. A healthy work environment and culture of safety using inter‑professional collaboration and professional competencies to meet the needs of patients to provide safe passage and quality outcomes at every encounter. Registered Nurse Requirements Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program License/Certification RN – Registered Nurse min 2 years CVICU or SICU BLS – Basic Life Support (required within 30 days of hire) ACLS - American Heart Association CCRN – through AACN #J-18808-Ljbffr