ECMO Specialist RN
Greenville, South Carolina
Greenville Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: ECMO Specialist (Registered Nurse)

Location: Greenville, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Night shift: 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, working 3 twelve-hour night shifts per week (36 hours/week)
• Weekend coverage every other weekend, subject to change based on need
• Float between Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) and Pediatric ICU (PICU) units
• Care for both pediatric and adult patients requiring ECMO support
• Patient diagnoses include post-cardiac surgery, cardiogenic shock, traumatic injury, ARDS/respiratory failure, and other critical acute illnesses requiring ECMO
• Manage ECMO devices during bedside cannulation and cannula repositioning procedures
• Use specialized equipment including Cardiohelp ECMO console, CentriMag ECMO console, Cardio Quip heater-cooler unit, and point-of-care glucometer
• Collaborate with ICU RNs and Respiratory Therapists, responsible specifically for ECMO device management following provider orders

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 1 year of ECMO ICU experience within the last year
• Experience working with both pediatric and adult patients in critical care settings
• Current certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License required immediately upon signing for computer access and must be carried on duty
• Background check covering 7 years within 12 months of start date, including alias and multi-state/county searches
• E-Verify or attestation required
• Ongoing monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks during assignment
• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands of the position
• Drug screening within 1 year and updated annually (5-panel minimum)
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if working in high-risk areas)
  • Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or Tspot within 90 days)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine can be pending if collected within 28 days)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (not required for remote workers)
• Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation (N95 masks commonly used)
• Badge photo meeting specific facility requirements

Orientation and Training

• Completion of approximately 12 hours of mandatory online modules within 72 hours of assignment acceptance (required before start)
• 16 hours of non-billable orientation onsite, including clinical precepted portion
• Pass/fail testing in medication and arrhythmia exams required prior to start (two attempts allowed, 84% passing score)
• Annual competency exams and training including Core Parts I, II, and III covering universal precautions, cultural diversity, pain management, OSHA blood-borne pathogens, and patient safety goals

Additional Certifications (as applicable)

• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Advanced (if required)
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification (check unit requirements)
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) for applicable units
• Other specialty certifications as required by unit or role

Experience and Skills

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Must be comfortable managing complex ECMO devices and working in high-acuity ICU settings
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong critical thinking and patient management skills in both pediatric and adult populations

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced ECMO RNs to provide critical care in a dynamic ICU environment with a focus on advanced life support technologies.