Job overview

• The post holder is required to, along with members of the team, deliver a comprehensive Resuscitation Service across the Trust at the direction of the Resuscitation Lead.

•   This will include the development, delivery and evaluation of a resuscitation curriculum according to policy and protocols.

•    Assist in delivering an appropriate & comprehensive educational programme relating to resuscitation to all members of Trust staff.  

•    Advise & participate in resuscitation practice & work in commissioning of resuscitation equipment.

•    Will assist with advice to all areas of the Trust concerning resuscitation related directives, national initiatives & changes in protocol.

•    Expected to have clinical experience in the field of emergency care, & be able to demonstrate continuing professional development in a range of resuscitation specialties.

•    Post is Trust wide covering two acute sites & community areas

Main duties of the job

Professional Responsibilities:

•   Fully participate in maintaining a well co-coordinated resuscitation service at Stoke Mandeville, Wycombe hospitals and Community settings within the structure of the Resuscitation Service.

•   Ensure compliance and implementation of Trust policies and procedures relating to resuscitation.

•   Contribute to the training in resuscitation for all grades of staff. Facilitate training to establish the recognised levels of competence required by external organisations e.g. Resuscitation Council UK.

•   Provide advice to all staff on issues relating to adult and paediatric resuscitation, cardiac arrest prevention and recognition of the sick patient.

•   Undertake risk assessment activities as directed by the Resuscitation Lead or Senior Resuscitation Officer throughout the Trust and report findings.

•  Represent the Resuscitation Service as requested by the Resuscitation Lead.

•  Work with colleagues promoting good working relationships encouraging teamwork, motivation, innovation and high standards of clinical practice.

Working for our organisation

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 What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.  
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

 Why work for us?

• We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

 What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.