Resuscitation Practitioners

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Resuscitation Practitioner to assist in training staff in life support and provide clinical input during emergencies. The ideal candidate will possess NMC or HCPC registration and have prior clinical experience in an acute setting. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive team environment. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Clinical experience in an acute area is essential.
• Experience of delivering training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organising and delivering life support training.
• Attend cardiac arrests to provide clinical input and advice.
• Support resuscitation strategy and improvement processes.

Skills

Clinical input during cardiac arrests

Training delivery

Understanding of resuscitation protocols

Education

NMC or HCPC registration

Job description

Overview

The post holder will assist the Resuscitation Manager and Lead Resuscitation Practitioner with the organisation and training of both basic and advanced life support to all staff groups within the Trust, including undergraduate medical students and qualified staff from medical, nursing and allied professions.

The post holder will also routinely attend cardiac arrests to provide clinical input and advice during the arrest and give feedback following an arrest.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resuscitation Manager and Lead Resuscitation Practitioner with organising and delivering basic and advanced life support training.
• Attend cardiac arrests to provide clinical input and advice and give feedback.
• Support the Trust’s resuscitation strategy and continuous improvement processes.

Qualifications

• NMC or HCPC registration is required.
• Prior clinical experience in an acute area is essential.
• Experience of delivering training is preferred.
• Good understanding of resuscitation protocols and documentation.

Benefits

• Flexible working will be considered in line with Trust policies.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive team environment with a commitment to inclusion and equality.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from everyone regardless of ethnicity, disability, gender, age, faith or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

Contact

Contact the recruitment department on 01782 675533.