Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual as a Resuscitation Officer, to join our dedicated Resuscitation Service at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Applicants for this post require current acute care experience as there will be a clinical aspect to the role, attending cardiac arrest situations and medical emergencies throughout the Trust for all specialities. You will also be expected to participate in auditing of cardiac arrest procedures, reported through Trust Governance.
The post works across all our hospital sites including Royal Preston Hospital, Chorley & South Ribble General Hospital, Specialist Mobility Rehabilitation Centre and Finney House Community Care hub.
The Resuscitation team is based in a modern purpose built skills building and has 4 dedicated resuscitation skills labs at our RPH Health Academy 2 site and another training room at our Health Academy 3 building based at our Chorley Hospital site.
The Resuscitation team is lead by the Lead for Resuscitation & Simulation Service Lead and consists of 1.8 band 7 Senior Resus Officers, 2 band 6 Resus Officers and 1 Band 5 Assistant Training Officer.
Main duties of the job
You will offer specialist clinical advice on resuscitation practices, addressing complex emergencies and professional issues and support the development of proactive training that aligns with Resuscitation Council standards. You will also be responsible for implementing a robust resuscitation training plan that meets service needs, enhances clinical competency, and complies with Trust targets.
You will regularly participate in resuscitation attempts, providing expert guidance during these events while maintaining a safety-first approach, and review clinical practices to identify learning opportunities and ensure standards are met.
You will welcome all candidates and faculty to foster a positive image of the department and organization, acting as a dynamic and enthusiastic member of the Resuscitation Team.
Finally, you will contribute to high-quality resuscitation education that enhances service delivery and care safety. Support the National Cardiac Arrest Audit (NCAA) with feedback and participate in trials and evaluations of new resuscitation equipment across the Trust.
Job responsibilities
* Provide high quality resuscitation training and education within the guidelines of the Trust Resuscitation Training Policy and the Resuscitation Council (UK).
* Provide specialist clinical advice and guidance relating to matters connected with resuscitation practice.
* Support the development of proactive and responsive resuscitation training which is compliant with Resuscitation Council standards.
* Develop, implement and measure the effectiveness of a robust resuscitation training plan.
* Support the Senior resuscitation officers and resuscitation trainers within the team.
* Cover Cardiac Arrest call bleep, attending and participating in resuscitation attempts.
* Maintain a safety-first approach, reviewing clinical practice, identifying areas for learning.
* Ensure all candidates and internal and external teaching faculty are welcomed appropriately.
* Act consistently as a positive, enthusiastic, responsive and dynamic member of the Resuscitation Team.
* Demonstrate a flexible approach to working patterns as needed.
* Support the drive to ensure resuscitation education is delivered to a high quality standard.
* Support input of National Cardiac Arrest Audit (NCAA).
* Participate in trials, evaluations and implementation of new resuscitation equipment across the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
* Registered Nurse, ODP or Paramedic
* Evidence of significant relevant professional development.
* BLS/ABLS Instructor
* ILS Instructor/provider (or willingness to work towards by 12 months in post)
* PILS Instructor/provider (or willingness to work towards by 12 months in post)
* ALS Instructor/provider (or willingness to work towards by 12 months in post)
* EPALS/APLS instructor/provider (or willingness to work towards by 12 months in post)
* Registered Teaching qualification e.g C&G 730, L3 Training Award /PGCE
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience of working within an acute healthcare setting.
* Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality.
* Sound knowledge of deteriorating patient initiatives.
* Demonstrable experience in resuscitation and resuscitation education.
* Current national resuscitation guidance and training requirements.
* Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures.
* Advanced understanding of resuscitation.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
£37,338 to £44,962 a year, pro rata
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