RN Program Coordinator ECMO

RN Program Coordinator ECMO coordinates and advances the ECMO program within the ICU, providing expert bedside nursing care for ECMO patients while overseeing program operations, quality, and education. The role functions as a clinical leader and SME for ECMO therapy, collaborating with intensivists, perfusionists, respiratory therapists, bedside nurses, and other team members. Responsibilities include assisting with patient selection, coordinating cannulation/decannulation, monitoring ECMO circuits, and ensuring evidence-based practice. Develops and updates ECMO policies and guidelines, tracks quality indicators, supports reporting and performance improvement, leads morbidity/mortality reviews, and conducts program audits. Plans and delivers ECMO-related education, simulations, staff orientation, and annual recertification activities. Acts as a mentor and coach, supports governance, and participates in committees focused on critical care and advanced therapies. Balances direct patient care with coordination duties, ensuring ECMO equipment readiness and regulatory readiness. Full-time position based in Clyde, NC, with missions to lead clinical and program development for advanced life support therapies within Mission Health.