Resuscitation Officer | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 29 April 2024 |
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| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £35,392 - £42,618 pa |
| Oriau: | Part time |
| Dyddiad cau: | 29 May 2024 |
| Lleoliad: | Leicester, LE1 5WW |
| Cwmni: | University Hospitals of Leicester |
| Math o swydd: | Permanent |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 6269030/358-6005411-COR-A |
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This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and registered health care professional, to be part of UHL’s Resuscitation service.
The post holder will be a central part of the Resuscitation training team working closely with the Senior Resuscitation Officer and in delivering resuscitation training and auditing emergency equipment. The post holder will also be a supportive clinical presence at emergency events offering clinical expertise.
If you are an experienced Band 5 or existing band 6 looking for a new and exciting opportunity within the resuscitation service then we offer full training and support to prepare you for the role.
Previous experience and knowledge of delivering teaching is preferred however full training will be given to the right candidate.
Preferably you should have experience working within an acute clinical environment and participating as part of a team in medical emergencies / Cardiac Arrest situations.
Self-motivation and initiative are essential in this role, as is the ability to prioritise, multitask workload, maintain accuracy whilst meeting deadlines and deal calmly with changing priorities.
The job is well supported and provides good opportunities to demonstrate initiative and willingness to take on responsibility is a must in this dynamic role.
You must be keen to develop and teach new skills to all levels of staff.
An informal visit is essential for you to fully appreciate the work of the department.
The post holder will function as a specialist resource in all aspects of the Resuscitation and National Course Services by:
Delivering education and training to all register and non-register staff groups.
Supporting the Senior Resuscitation Officer in the implementation and monitoring of the resuscitation service provision.
Supporting the National course lead in the provision and delivery of all National courses
Provide a clinical presence at Cardiac Arrest events.
Deputise for the Senior Resuscitation Officer and National Course Lead
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Maintain professional registration and clinical expertise and skills – regular clinical activities
Attend cardiac arrests within scope of practice
Provide resuscitation skills including defibrillation and basic airway management
Provide clinical support to staff during medical emergencies and cardiac arrests
Support and advise on issues regarding the decision for ‘Do Not Attempt
Resuscitation’ (DNACPR) and ReSPECT
Provide knowledge and advice in the clinical areas on any matter pertaining to resuscitation
Provide staff with support and debrief following a cardiac arrest as appropriate
Be fully conversant with the operation of all resuscitation equipment used within the Trust both clinically and in training
Undertake function as Duty Resuscitation Specialist as rostered, following the responsibilities below
Carry the cardiac arrest bleep and attend emergency calls as required
Support switchboard in collating data pertaining to 2222 calls
Perform follow up visits to areas following emergency calls to ascertain
outcomes and lessons to be learnt: this will involve ensuring that there is a
related DATIX for the event, adding to the DATIX information detail as
required, reviewing medical notes were appropriate, interviewing or
debriefing staff to enable a full evaluation of outcome
Follow up of long term survival of patients whether they remain in-hospital
or have been discharged to the community utilising the appropriate patient
records
Perform defibrillator downloads and analyse the results where possible
Perform defined audits as time/agenda permits
Attend meetings to represent the team as required
Act as a resource for ward staff for ad-hoc teaching, attending ward
meetings or support with equipment issues
Ensure adverse incidents, near misses that occur during the course of an
emergency call are reported and acted upon
Monitor equipment usage ensuring that they are utilised to maximum effect
Support initiatives to reduce cost of the clinical skills unit equipment and the central stores for resuscitation equipment
Support in identifying and challenging spend
Assess the competency of staff in performing resuscitation procedures and arrange further training where appropriate
Inform staff members of any changes relating to resuscitation practice and
development in line with the current guidelines of the Resuscitation Council (UK)
In the absence of the Senior Resuscitation Officer/National course lead, line manage the Resuscitation Tutors and Administrative staff
Work collaboratively with the Clinical Skills Facilitators/Tutors in prioritising workload and training responsibilities
Assist in the development and maintain a support network for staff and trainers involved in resuscitation and the care of the deteriorating patient
Contribute to the debrief of staff when required
Direct line management of junior members of the team
Act as a professional role model at all times whilst supporting the organisational workforce in matters of the national course and resuscitation service
Support the Senior Resuscitation Officer/National course Lead in the development, implementation and dissemination of policy and guidance
Assist in the development and coordinate key collaborative working relationships and provide a central link for all clinical staff, education staff and external bodies
and provide a central link for all clinical staff, education staff and external bodies for all aspects of national course provision, resuscitation and the deteriorating patient
Ensure clear lines of communication between the Resuscitation/National course service and wider directorate and across the Trust
Support the Senior Resuscitation Officer and clinical areas throughout the Trust in the availability and standardisation of resuscitation equipment
Prepare, develop and maintain with departmental managers, a robust system to ensure all resuscitation equipment in clinical use is maintained to an appropriate standard
Ensure the management and prevention of life threatening emergencies is based upon research, education and best practice guidelines
Assist the Senior Resuscitation Officer to devise and oversee systems and
processes to ensure that all staff have regular training appropriate to their roles
To support the National Course Lead in the administration of all national course run within UHL
To be able to deliver teaching in accordance with service needs
Collate appropriate data for audit process in line with Clinical Governance
Collaborate in research projects involving other departments, the Resuscitation Council (UK) or others
Assist with standard setting initiatives, protocols and quality assurance programmes and to ensure on-going evaluations of all relevant courses
Participate in the development of the Resuscitation service by maintaining accurate records for the audit process and by liaising with clinical areas and other service users in order to receive feedback and to evaluate the effectiveness of the service
Coordinate and participate in local and national audit including, but not exclusively, compliance with DATIX returns, NCAA, Trolley checks and training compliance and course feedback
Audit medical emergency and resuscitation calls in all age ranges, completing any Trust reporting documentation
Assist and facilitate the on-going development and promotion of a robust
governance strategy emphasising risk management, audit clinical standards and guidelines, research based practice, information networks and dissemination
Responsible for ensuring that consistently high standards of customer service are delivered by the Resuscitation and National Course services
This advert closes on Sunday 19 May 2024