Resuscitation Officer
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Job summary
We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic Resuscitation Officer to work within the Resuscitation Department at ESHT. The role will be cross site between Conquest and Eastbourne DGH. The successful candidate will be a registered nurse; ODP or Paramedic and be a (RC UK) ALS or EPALS provider or (ALSG) ALS or APLS provider. You will have substantial experience and skills within the field of resuscitation.
This post offers an interesting variety of work within the educational and clinical arenas. You will be involved in teaching all grades of staff both basic and advanced resuscitation skills. This will include involvement in (RC UK) ALS; EPALS & GIC courses. You will provide a patient training service following referrals from GP's; paediatricians; SCBU & CONI scheme. The Resuscitation Officers are members of the emergency teams for all patient groups, and you will be expected to attend emergency calls and perform a range of clinical interventions. Within the post you will be encouraged to maintain and develop your clinical and leadership skills within the field of resuscitation. You will act as a mentor and positive role model for the Junior RO's and to deputise for the Senior RO in their absence at Trust meetings and seminars.
There are opportunities to develop professionally in both the clinical and educational arenas.
Main duties of the job
This post offers an interesting variety of work within the educational and clinical arenas. You will be involved in teaching all grades of staff both basic and advanced resuscitation skills. This will include involvement in (RC UK) ALS; EPALS & GIC courses. You will provide a patient training service following referrals from GP's; paediatricians; SCBU & CONI scheme. The Resuscitation Officers are members of the emergency teams for all patient groups, and you will be expected to attend emergency calls and perform a range of clinical interventions
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Details
Date posted
11 May 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£41,659 to £47,672 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
374-SR3437
Job locations
cross site
Kings Drive
Eastbourne
BN21 2UD
Employer details
Employer name
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
cross site
Kings Drive
Eastbourne
BN21 2UD
Employer's website
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