Senior Resuscitation Officer

The post holder will be accountable for their actions and will always act in accordance with the relevant code of professional conduct. Where possible will attend resus calls and support the resuscitation team leader or lead the cardiac arrest as required. Visit wards and departments to ensure that they are safe regarding resuscitation and that equipment is maintained in an appropriate state of readiness. Work as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team and individually without supervision. Ensure that resuscitation care and clinical practice is research and/or evidence based and accurately reflects the departments philosophies. Liaise with other disciplines on issues which may affect the care and safety of patients. Produce and maintain accurate records of clinical events. Investigate all accidents, incidents and complaints relating to resuscitation reporting them to the appropriate personnel, along with the relevant documentation, in a timely manner. Enter, maintain, and update
information on cardiac arrest audit and Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation forms. Participate in the organisation and delivery of national resuscitation courses such as the Resuscitation Council (UK) Advanced Life Support Course. Develop and maintain the skills and abilities of staff acting as resuscitation link trainers Keep accurate records of delivered training to report these to the appropriate Trust departments. Liaise with managers and staff when an individual fails to demonstrate competency in resuscitation skills at a training session to ensure that patient safety is maintained, and the individual receives appropriate retraining with minimal disruption to clinical service. Participate in educational audits and ensure that the Resuscitation Service always provides an appropriate learning environment. In conjunction with the Learning and Education Manager work to ensure that all Trust staff receive resuscitation training as identified in their Statutory & Mandatory
training profile. Takes on new roles related to staff education as required and where necessary. Promote a healthy and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.