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Baylor Scott & White Health

ECMO Specialist RN

Dallas, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ECMO ICU Opportunities The ECMO ICU is looking for experienced ECMO Specialist RNs who strive to deliver the highest quality care for our ECMO population. Come join our ELSO Platinum Center Of ...

SpecialtyCare

Registered Nurse (RN) - ECMO Coordinator

Ocala, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ECMO Coordinator * Discipline: RN * Duration: Ongoing * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Staff As an ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) Specialist you will operate and ...

Children's of Alabama

ECMO Specialist

Birmingham, AL · On-site

The ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) Specialist is a professional registered nurse/ certified or registered respiratory therapist who operates and maintains the ECMO Circuit for patients ...

Emory Healthcare

ECMO Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Experience - 5-10 years of Critical Care RN or RRT experience. If less than 5 years of CVICU specific experience, must have greater than 2 years of ECMO experience. Licensure - Active Georgia RN or ...

Wesley Medical Center

RN - ECMO Specialist

Columbia, SC · On-site

$3.1K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Details Client Name Prisma Health Richland Hospital-Midlands - Qualivis Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty ECMO Specialist Job ID 37697755 Job Title RN - ECMO Specialist Weekly ...

SpecialtyCare

Registered Nurse (RN) - ECMO Coordinator

Largo, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ECMO Coordinator * Discipline: RN * Duration: Ongoing * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours * Employment Type: Staff Passionate, driven people dedicated to making a difference in healthcare. We are ...

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How much do ecmo nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for ecmo nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an ECMO nurse do?

An ECMO Nurse is a specialized critical care nurse who operates and manages Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) machines for patients with severe heart or lung failure. They monitor the patient's condition, adjust machine settings, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal support. ECMO Nurses work in intensive care units (ICUs) and require advanced training in cardiopulmonary support. Their role is critical in stabilizing patients awaiting recovery, transplant, or other interventions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ECMO nurse?

To excel as an ECMO Nurse, you need advanced critical care nursing skills, strong knowledge of cardiopulmonary physiology, and experience in acute care, usually backed by a nursing degree and critical care certification. Familiarity with ECMO machines, patient monitoring devices, and protocols specific to extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is essential, with many employers requiring BLS, ACLS, and specialized ECMO training or certification. Strong teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm during high-pressure, rapidly changing situations set top candidates apart. These skills ensure safe and effective patient management in life-threatening scenarios where precision and collaboration are critical.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily tasks of an ECMO nurse?

An ECMO Nurse is responsible for managing and monitoring patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, working closely with physicians, perfusionists, and respiratory therapists to deliver advanced life support. Daily tasks include assessing and recording patient data, troubleshooting ECMO equipment, responding to emergencies, and coordinating care with the wider critical care team. ECMO Nurses frequently participate in bedside rounds, educate families, and help ensure optimal patient outcomes through continuous observation and intervention. The role often involves working in intensive care settings and requires attention to detail and the ability to handle complex situations with composure.

Do ECMO nurses get paid more?

ECMO nurses often earn higher salaries compared to general ICU nurses due to specialized skills, training, and the complexity of ECMO procedures. Their compensation can also be influenced by experience, certifications, and the healthcare facility's location and demand for critical care expertise.

How do I become an ECMO nurse?

To become an ECMO nurse, you typically need to be a registered nurse with critical care experience, such as in ICU or cardiac units. Additional training or certification in ECMO management, such as the ELSO (Extracorporeal Life Support Organization) certification, is often required or preferred. Gaining hands-on experience with advanced life support and mechanical circulatory support devices is essential for this specialized role.
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Infographic showing various Ecmo Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) - ECMO Coordinator

SpecialtyCare

Totowa, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

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5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

SpecialtyCare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) ECMO Coordinator for a nursing job in Totowa, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: ECMO Coordinator
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Staff

As an ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) Specialist you will operate and maintain ECMO circuits for patients requiring long-term pulmonary and/or cardiopulmonary support. The ECMO Specialist functions interdependently following standing ECMO orders and parameters under the direction and clinical supervision by of an ECMO physician.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist the physician, perfusionist and/or other clinical staff members with initiation of ECMO, the course and conduct of ECMO, and the conclusion of ECMO and any related therapies therein including but not limited to circuit or component changes, priming, blood bank communications, medication administration as licensure permits, and hemofiltration as examples.
Demonstrate a culture of safety through a hand-off of the ECMO patient covering all aspects of the patient’s care and the state of the ECMO circuit.
Provide a detailed examination of the circuit to ensure its integrity, while written parameters and a plan of care are worked out during rounds.
Ensure the continuity of the ECMO circuit as a whole, keeping it safe and secure during patient handling. Reducing the risks of circuit compromise by regular assessments is ongoing.
Assess blood gas values, anticoagulation parameters and other laboratory values and work within a prescribed set of parameters and guidelines to maintain the patient in an optimal state of well-being.
Monitor anticoagulation, analgesics, inotropes and other infusions are titrated, blood products are ordered and given, and the ECMO pump flow and oxygenator gas flow adjusted as needed.
Lives the SpecialtyCare Values- Integrity, Care, Urgency, and Improvement.
Qualifications:
Must possess one of the following education backgrounds, credentials and experience as an ECMO Specialist:
Registered Nurse (RN) – holds either an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited education program.  Has an active RN license to practice.
Respiratory Therapist (RT)– holds either an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited education program and current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification.
Bachelor’s Degree in Perfusion and a certification from American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or meets other Company requirements as a Perfusionist (CCP).
Demonstrates a superior working knowledge of ECMO therapy including but not limited to the ECMO circuit and pump, adjustments to pump flow, sweep flow, FiDO2, anticoagulation therapy to maintain parameters within limits set by the physician, point of care testing, patient monitoring systems, and related policies and procedure guidelines.
Benefits
SpecialtyCare is committed to supporting professional growth for our associates. Each associate is allocated funds for continuing education, membership fees, and dues for professional associations. We also provide tuition reimbursement or tuition repayment assistance.  We provide a full benefits package including a matching 401K and generous PTO plan. We also cover the cost of maintaining certification and licensure.
SpecialtyCare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

SpecialtyCare Job ID #7328. Posted job title: RN ECMO Coordinator

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Our versatile experts assist in a broad range of surgeries in ORs across the country, but one of the constants we see is the deep responsibility physicians feel for their procedures’ success and their patients’ health.

Surgeons invest so much of themselves in their work, that it is only right they have a highly trained, capable, and trustworthy team by their side. 

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