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 - Sarah.Barton@alderhey.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Ensure staff are aware of the Trust resuscitation policies and their application to practice.
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the resuscitation training programme in response to organisational and service
- Promote attendance at the Trust's mandatory resuscitation training
- 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
- Actively participate in the planning, coordinating and all administrative work associated with the provision of current and future externally accredited resuscitation courses e.g. Advanced Paediatric Life Support
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
e.g. defibrillators.
- 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
- Ensure staff are aware of the Trust resuscitation policies and their application to practice.
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the resuscitation training programme in response to organisational and service
- Promote attendance at the Trusts mandatory resuscitation training
- 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
- Actively participate in the planning, co-ordinating and all administrative work associated with the provision of current and future externally accredited resuscitation courses e.g. Advanced Paediatric Life Support
- When adequately trained, be prepared to direct / co-ordinate externally accredited
- Assist the head of resuscitation services in the provision of resuscitation training to other external agencies
Job description
Job responsibilities
- 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
- 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
- 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
e.g. defibrillators.
- 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
- Ensure staff are aware of the Trust resuscitation policies and their application to practice.
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the resuscitation training programme in response to organisational and service
- Promote attendance at the Trusts mandatory resuscitation training
- 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
- Actively participate in the planning, co-ordinating and all administrative work associated with the provision of current and future externally accredited resuscitation courses e.g. Advanced Paediatric Life Support
- When adequately trained, be prepared to direct / co-ordinate externally accredited
- Assist the head of resuscitation services in the provision of resuscitation training to other external agencies
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Current RN / RODP / Paramedic.
- Relevant post graduate course (Critical Care, A&E or similar).
- Teaching qualification e.g. GIC
- Evidence of ability to teach resuscitation and clinical skills to multi-professional groups.
- APLS provider
- Gained APLS IP status
Desirable
- APLS Instructor
- ALS provider
- Paediatric ED, Critical Care or Operating Theatre experienc
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience within an acute or critical healthcare setting.
- Dealing with seriously ill patients and / or cardiac arrest situations.
- Demonstrating leadership skills
- Teaching on a formal and informal basis
- Delivering training to multi- disciplinary teams
- Audit experience
- Use of IT databases
Knowledge of
Essential
- Evidence of an in-depth knowledge of contemporary resuscitation issues including the Resuscitation Council (UK and ERC) guidelines and recommendations
- Knowledge of governance issues and NHS standards relevant to the sphere of resuscitation training and practice.
- Evidence to demonstrate a structured approach to continuing professional development
- Evidence of an understanding of issues affecting the NHS today, including government strategy
- Awareness of the legal aspects of resuscitation.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of excellent communication skills at all levels including verbal, non-verbal and written
- Ability to work with staff of all disciplines and professional backgrounds as part of a team.
- Ability to present complex information to individuals and groups of the multidisciplinary team.
- Presentation skills
- Evidence of ability to act on own initiative and to manage situations in the wider context
- Evidence of sound decision making ability, particularly in emergency situations when there is a need for speed and accuracy
- Effective time management skills.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Current RN / RODP / Paramedic.
- Relevant post graduate course (Critical Care, A&E or similar).
- Teaching qualification e.g. GIC
- Evidence of ability to teach resuscitation and clinical skills to multi-professional groups.
- APLS provider
- Gained APLS IP status
Desirable
- APLS Instructor
- ALS provider
- Paediatric ED, Critical Care or Operating Theatre experienc
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience within an acute or critical healthcare setting.
- Dealing with seriously ill patients and / or cardiac arrest situations.
- Demonstrating leadership skills
- Teaching on a formal and informal basis
- Delivering training to multi- disciplinary teams
- Audit experience
- Use of IT databases
Knowledge of
Essential
- Evidence of an in-depth knowledge of contemporary resuscitation issues including the Resuscitation Council (UK and ERC) guidelines and recommendations
- Knowledge of governance issues and NHS standards relevant to the sphere of resuscitation training and practice.
- Evidence to demonstrate a structured approach to continuing professional development
- Evidence of an understanding of issues affecting the NHS today, including government strategy
- Awareness of the legal aspects of resuscitation.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of excellent communication skills at all levels including verbal, non-verbal and written
- Ability to work with staff of all disciplines and professional backgrounds as part of a team.
- Ability to present complex information to individuals and groups of the multidisciplinary team.
- Presentation skills
- Evidence of ability to act on own initiative and to manage situations in the wider context
- Evidence of sound decision making ability, particularly in emergency situations when there is a need for speed and accuracy
- Effective time management skills.
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).
