Parkview Health
Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Summary
Works in tandem with ICU nurse(s) assigned to patients throughout the course of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Therapy. Manages ECMO circuit functionality to optimize the clinical needs of the patient receiving therapy; ensures safety of the circuit through surveillance, assessment, and established interventions; prevents and manages circuit emergencies. Utilizes skills taught through in-house training, certification, and skills validation to deliver specialized care safely and effectively to patients, under the leadership of the ECMO Manager, ECMO Coordinator, and Lead Perfusionist. Responsible for the ECMO circuit, cannula, and cannula insertion site. Responsible for maintaining skills, attending required quarterly validation sessions, and attending required meetings and case reviews.
Education
Associate’s degree from a Nursing or Respiratory Therapy program required. Bachelor’s Degree from a Nursing or Respiratory...