ECMO Specialist Nurse
Ann Arbor, Michigan
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: ECMO Specialist (Registered Nurse)

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a large volume pediatric and adult ECMO program, focusing on stable pediatric ECMO patients.
• Patient population includes congenital heart disease, congenital diaphragmatic hernias, and respiratory failure.
• Rotating day and night shifts (3x12 hour shifts):

  • Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Nurse-to-patient ratios:

  • Pediatric circuits: 1:1, occasionally 1:2
  • Adult circuits: 1:3 with remote monitoring and rounding care model
• Weekend requirement: 2 weekends per 4-week scheduling period
• No call or float responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan
• Minimum 1 year of ECMO ICU experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 1 year; if past positive, clear chest X-ray within 5 years and annual TB questionnaire required
• Fit mask test within 1 year (N95 or equivalent masks accepted)
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted)

Orientation and Facility Requirements

• Pass/fail competency testing on EKG and medication administration required upon arrival
• Completion of facility-specific orientation paperwork on first day
• Review and sign confidentiality agreement, code of conduct, conflict of interest disclosure, sexual harassment and misconduct policy, and complete required online modules before starting
• Government-issued photo ID and state license verification required
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG clearance required prior to start and updated annually
• ID badge and pager return policies enforced; failure to comply may result in fees

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• No call or float duties expected
• Flu shot is strictly required with no exemptions allowed
• This role involves working with critically ill pediatric ECMO patients in a high-acuity environment

This position is ideal for experienced ECMO specialist RNs seeking a travel contract in a high-volume pediatric ECMO program with rotating shifts and a strong emphasis on compliance and certification maintenance.