Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a Resuscitation Officer of a busy Resuscitation Department in the largest paediatric hospital in the UK.
The post holder will have experience clinical management of critically ill children and adults, with knowledge of current national resuscitation guidance and a passion for teaching the subject. Interested applicants should contact Head of Resuscitation, Sarah Barton -
Main duties of the job
1. Assist in the planning, organisation and implementation of a resuscitation training programme for all members of the multidisciplinary team throughout the Trust according to their expected degree of competence in
2. Ensure that all training is carried out in a standardised way in accordance with current evidence-based international and national resuscitation guidelines to ensure the provision of high quality patient care, using agreed teaching methods during training
3. Assess clinical skills and provide remedial training and support for those who fail to meet the required standard. Will inform the head of resuscitation services of any concerns with individual staff member's
4. Ensure staff are aware of the Trust resuscitation policies and their application to practice.
5. Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the resuscitation training programme in response to organisational and service
6. Promote attendance at the Trust's mandatory resuscitation training
7. Assist in the dissemination of changes in evidence-based practice relating to resuscitation care in accordance with the Resuscitation Council (UK) and Advanced Life Support Group
8. Actively participate in the planning, coordinating and all administrative work associated with the provision of current and future externally accredited resuscitation courses Advanced Paediatric Life Support
9. Assist the head of resuscitation services in the provision of resuscitation training to other external agencies
About us
Our values:
We pride ourselves on the quality of our care, going the extra mile to make Alder hey a safe and special place for children and their families.
We are committed to continually improving for the benefit of our patients.
We are open and honest and engage everyone we meet with a smile.
We show that we value every individual for who they are and their contribution.
We work across the Alder Hey community in teams that are built on friendship, dedication, care and reassurance
Job description
Job responsibilities
10. Assist in the planning, organisation and implementation of a resuscitation training programme for all members of the multidisciplinary team throughout the Trust according to their expected degree of competence in
11. Ensure that all training is carried out in a standardised way in accordance with current evidence-based international and national resuscitation guidelines to ensure the provision of high quality patient care, using agreed teaching methods during training
12. Ensure all newly appointed medical and nursing staff and other personnel as agreed, who are likely to be on the cardiac arrest team(s), are offered training in advanced resuscitation methods, including the operation of relevant equipment
defibrillators.
13. Assess clinical skills and provide remedial training and support for those who fail to meet the required standard. Will inform the head of resuscitation services of any concerns with individual staff members
14. Ensure staff are aware of the Trust resuscitation policies and their application to practice.
15. Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the resuscitation training programme in response to organisational and service
16. Promote attendance at the Trusts mandatory resuscitation training
17. Assist in the dissemination of changes in evidence-based practice relating to resuscitation care in accordance with the Resuscitation Council (UK) and Advanced Life Support Group
18. Actively participate in the planning, co-ordinating and all administrative work associated with the provision of current and future externally accredited resuscitation courses Advanced Paediatric Life Support
19. When adequately trained, be prepared to direct / co-ordinate externally accredited
20. Assist the head of resuscitation services in the provision of resuscitation training to other external agencies
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
21. Current RN / RODP / Paramedic.
22. Relevant post graduate course (Critical Care, A&E or similar).
23. Teaching qualification GIC
24. Evidence of ability to teach resuscitation and clinical skills to multi-professional groups.
25. APLS provider
Desirable
26. APLS Instructor
27. ALS provider
28. Paediatric ED, Critical Care or Operating Theatre experienc
Experience
Essential
29. Post registration experience within an acute or critical healthcare setting.
30. Dealing with seriously ill patients and / or cardiac arrest situations.
31. Demonstrating leadership skills
32. Teaching on a formal and informal basis
33. Delivering training to multi- disciplinary teams
34. Audit experience
35. Use of IT databases
Knowledge of
Essential
36. Evidence of an in-depth knowledge of contemporary resuscitation issues including the Resuscitation Council (UK and ERC) guidelines and recommendations
37. Knowledge of governance issues and NHS standards relevant to the sphere of resuscitation training and practice.
38. Evidence to demonstrate a structured approach to continuing professional development
39. Evidence of an understanding of issues affecting the NHS today, including government strategy
40. Awareness of the legal aspects of resuscitation.
Skills
Essential
41. Evidence of excellent communication skills at all levels including verbal, non-verbal and written
42. Ability to work with staff of all disciplines and professional backgrounds as part of a team.
43. Ability to present complex information to individuals and groups of the multidisciplinary team.
44. Presentation skills
45. Evidence of ability to act on own initiative and to manage situations in the wider context
46. Evidence of sound decision making ability, particularly in emergency situations when there is a need for speed and accuracy
47. Effective time management skills.