Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within WSH Deteriorating Patient Team Service for aResuscitation Practitioner (s). This post is open to RN, ODP's and Paramedics, andcan be offered flexibly.Resuscitation Services are looking for an enthusiastic member of staff to join anestablished team. The applicant should possess teaching skills, with the ability toadapt their style for the diverse groups of staff requiring resuscitation education.Applicants need three years post registration experience in a related acute area(I.e. ED, Acute Medicine, CCS etc).The applicants should possess a relevant teaching qualification and / or an up todate Resuscitation Council (UK) Instructor Course (EG mentorship, ILSi, GIC etc.). Inaddition, the applicant's knowledge should be up to date with ResuscitationCouncil (UK) and European Resuscitation Council guidelines, and be able to deliverthese guidelines and related issues in a formal and informal teaching setting.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Kevin Brown, Senior resuscitationpractitioner, 01284 712538 or Diogo Torre, Deputy lead for critical care outreach and resuscitation services on 01284 713244.
Main duties of the job
To deliver a high standard of training and education to trust staff, and outside organisations,regarding resuscitationTo support staff and offer specialist advice and guidance / feedback in relation toresuscitation issuesTo support the implementation of current national guidelines within the trust (I.e. ERC)Assist with the provision and delivery of basic life support training for the Trust in accordancewith national and international guidelinesTo participate in the audit and monitoring of standards of resuscitation practice andequipment within the trust.Assist the senior resuscitation practitioner with the procurement and monitoring of clinicalequipment used during resuscitation, and training materials within the trust.In conjunction with the resuscitation services manager & team, assist with the delivery ofnationally recognised courses, and other in-house and external training as appropriate toability.
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work alongside the resuscitation & outreach team to deliver education within the trustregarding resuscitation, using up to date ERC guidelines.Ensure that mandatory training (Trust matrix) is delivered to specified staff groups,appropriate to level of understanding.Work alongside the resuscitation & outreach team delivering Resuscitation Council (UK)courses to trust staff and staff from outside organisations, adhering to RC rules andregulations, upholding a high standard of education.Assist and help with the delivery of RC courses, (ILS, pILS, ALS and re-certificationcourses) as requested and appropriate to ability.Assist with the delivery of other training regarding resuscitation issues (ie Nursing assistants,use of new resuscitation equipment) to appropriate staff.Ensure that ward / department staff are aware of emergency equipment, through teachingand educational packages.Assist with other service providers as requested with educational packages using own skillsand expertise (i.e. AIMS course).Maintain continued professional development by regular teaching on all relevant in house andoutside courses, as agreed with manager.Ensure that all training within resuscitation services is entered onto the trusts OLM databaseAssist with disseminating information to all relevant staff, regarding the ReSPECT plan, resuscitation status policy and Do Not Attempt CPR protocols (i.e. during Induction etc).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work alongside the resuscitation & outreach team to deliver education within the trustregarding resuscitation, using up to date ERC guidelines.Ensure that mandatory training (Trust matrix) is delivered to specified staff groups,appropriate to level of understanding.Work alongside the resuscitation & outreach team delivering Resuscitation Council (UK)courses to trust staff and staff from outside organisations, adhering to RC rules andregulations, upholding a high standard of education.Assist and help with the delivery of RC courses, (ILS, pILS, ALS and re-certificationcourses) as requested and appropriate to ability.Assist with the delivery of other training regarding resuscitation issues (ie Nursing assistants,use of new resuscitation equipment) to appropriate staff.Ensure that ward / department staff are aware of emergency equipment, through teachingand educational packages.Assist with other service providers as requested with educational packages using own skillsand expertise (i.e. AIMS course).Maintain continued professional development by regular teaching on all relevant in house andoutside courses, as agreed with manager.Ensure that all training within resuscitation services is entered onto the trusts OLM databaseAssist with disseminating information to all relevant staff, regarding the ReSPECT plan, resuscitation status policy and Do Not Attempt CPR protocols (i.e. during Induction etc).
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse ODA/OPD or Paramedic
- Resuscitation Council (UK) Advanced Life Support Instructor Certificate (Adult or Paediatric, GIC in date, or ILSI / pILSI)
- Education certification or equivalent teaching qualification/experience
- 3 years post registration
Desirable
- NLS Provider / Instructor
- EPALS provider/instructor course
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Current experience of working within an acute healthcare setting.
- Relevant clinical teaching experience
- Evidence of leadership and co-ordination skills
- Experience in Resuscitation training
Desirable
- Experience in a acute care setting (adult or paediatric)
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Good IT and Numeracy skills
- Good presentation and teaching skills
- Knowledge of relevant resuscitation guidelines and recommendations
- Ability to create an environment conducive to learning
- Relevant clinical, teaching and audit knowledge/experience
- Evidence of clinical competency in resuscitation and deteriorating patient
Desirable
- Evidence of producing documentation relating to resuscitation training, i.e. educational packages
- Working at band 6 level
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to lead others
- Self-motivated and ability to motivate others
- Ability to motivate, support and encourage diverse staff groups, and adapt teaching style in accordance with audience need
- Proactive
- Approachable
- Professional
- Flexible to service needs (e.g. longer hours in course days)
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to deal with difficult or sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism
- Full driving licence
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse ODA/OPD or Paramedic
- Resuscitation Council (UK) Advanced Life Support Instructor Certificate (Adult or Paediatric, GIC in date, or ILSI / pILSI)
- Education certification or equivalent teaching qualification/experience
- 3 years post registration
Desirable
- NLS Provider / Instructor
- EPALS provider/instructor course
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Current experience of working within an acute healthcare setting.
- Relevant clinical teaching experience
- Evidence of leadership and co-ordination skills
- Experience in Resuscitation training
Desirable
- Experience in a acute care setting (adult or paediatric)
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Good IT and Numeracy skills
- Good presentation and teaching skills
- Knowledge of relevant resuscitation guidelines and recommendations
- Ability to create an environment conducive to learning
- Relevant clinical, teaching and audit knowledge/experience
- Evidence of clinical competency in resuscitation and deteriorating patient
Desirable
- Evidence of producing documentation relating to resuscitation training, i.e. educational packages
- Working at band 6 level
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to lead others
- Self-motivated and ability to motivate others
- Ability to motivate, support and encourage diverse staff groups, and adapt teaching style in accordance with audience need
- Proactive
- Approachable
- Professional
- Flexible to service needs (e.g. longer hours in course days)
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to deal with difficult or sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism
- Full driving licence
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
