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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Dec 23

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You will need managerial skills, the ability to work autonomously and in a team, provide resuscitation advice, lead debriefs, support clinical staff, and be flexible for educational needs.
  • You will manage and support team members, lead debriefing sessions, provide resuscitation guidance, attend meetings, assist in patient resuscitation, and work on educational projects as needed.

Requirements

  • The post holder will have some managerial and supervisory duties supporting junior members of the Team.
  • The post holder will report to the operational Lead and also deputise where needed.
  • The post holder will work autonomously but also as part of the team and wider Education directorate and Torbay family.
  • Lead debriefing sessions both post arrest (hot) and potentially more in depth pastoral debrief at a later time (cold).
  • Provide specialised advice and guidance on resuscitation.
  • Attend resus Committee / Council meetings.
  • Support clinical staff in the resuscitation of patients.
  • Work within Adult and Paediatric domains in a resuscitation capacity.
  • The post holder will be required to carry out project work for the education directorate as directed.
  • The post holder will require flexibility to support other areas of educational need as and when required.
  • The Post holder may be required to support colleagues clinically during critical incidents and during OPEL 4 conditions. (within scope of practice).

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will have some managerial and supervisory duties supporting junior members of the Team.
  • The post holder will report to the operational Lead and also deputise where needed.
  • The post holder will work autonomously but also as part of the team and wider Education directorate and Torbay family.
  • Lead debriefing sessions both post arrest (hot) and potentially more in depth pastoral debrief at a later time (cold).
  • Provide specialised advice and guidance on resuscitation.
  • Attend resus Committee / Council meetings.
  • Support clinical staff in the resuscitation of patients.
  • Work within Adult and Paediatric domains in a resuscitation capacity.
  • The post holder will be required to carry out project work for the education directorate as directed.
  • The post holder will require flexibility to support other areas of educational need as and when required.
  • The Post holder may be required to support colleagues clinically during critical incidents and during OPEL 4 conditions. (within scope of practice).

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Resuscitation Officer?

The primary responsibilities include supporting junior team members, providing specialized advice on resuscitation, conducting debriefing sessions, and working with clinical staff during emergencies.

Where is this position based?

This position is based at the Horizon Centre at Torbay Hospital.

What qualifications or skills are needed for this role?

The role typically requires strong clinical skills in resuscitation, management and supervisory abilities, and the capacity to work autonomously and within a team.

Will I be involved in training other staff members?

Yes, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality training to colleagues across the integrated care organization.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the position offers opportunities to contribute to the development of colleagues and participate in project work for the education directorate.

What team will the Resuscitation Officer work with?

The Resuscitation Officer will work within a small yet dynamic Resuscitation service team and collaborate with colleagues from various departments within the Trust.

What kind of incidents might the Resuscitation Officer need to support clinically?

The Resuscitation Officer may need to support colleagues during critical incidents and under OPEL 4 conditions, within their scope of practice.

Is there a possibility of working with both adult and pediatric patients?

Yes, the role involves working within both adult and pediatric domains in a resuscitation capacity.

Who will I report to in this position?

You will report to the Operational Lead for Resuscitation and may also deputize where needed.

Can I contact someone for informal inquiries about the role?

Yes, you can contact Glynn Andrews, the Operational Lead for Resuscitation Services, at glynn.andrews@nhs.net or by calling 01803 656653 for informal inquiries.

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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Better health and care for all

Science & Healthcare
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5001-10,000
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organisation in the UK that provides a wide range of medical and community services. This includes hospital care, community health services, adult social care, and mental health support across Torbay and South Devon. The Trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring patients and their families receive seamless, integrated support. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the local community by offering personalised, patient-centred care.