Resuscitation Officer

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual as a Resuscitation Officer, to join our  dedicated  Resuscitation Service at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Applicants for this post require current acute care experience as there will be a clinical aspect to the role, attending cardiac arrest situations and medical emergencies throughout the Trust for all specialities. The post holder will also be expected to participate in auditing of cardiac arrest procedures, reported through Trust Governance

The post works across all our hospital sites including Royal Preston Hospital, Chorley & South Ribble General Hospital, Specialist Mobility Rehabilitation Centre and Finney House Community Care hub.

The Resuscitation team is based in a modern purpose built skills building and has 4 dedicated resuscitation skills labs at our RPH Health Academy 2 site and another training room at our Health Academy 3 building based at our Chorley Hospital site.

The Resuscitation team is lead by the Lead for Resuscitation & Simulation Service Lead and consists of 1.8 band 7 Senior Resus Officers, 2 band 6 Resus Officers and 1 Band 5 Assistant Training Officer.

You will offer specialist clinical advice on resuscitation practices, addressing complex emergencies and professional issues and support the development of proactive training that aligns with Resuscitation Council standards. You will also be responsible for implementing a robust resuscitation training plan that meets service needs, enhances clinical competency, and complies with Trust targets.

You will regularly participate in resuscitation attempts, providing expert guidance during these events while maintaining a safety-first approach, and review clinical practices to identify learning opportunities and ensure standards are met.

You will welcome all candidates and faculty to foster a positive image of the department and organization, acting as a dynamic and enthusiastic member of the Resuscitation Team.

Finally, you will contribute to high-quality resuscitation education that enhances service delivery and care safety. Support the National Cardiac Arrest Audit (NCAA) with feedback and participate in trials and evaluations of new resuscitation equipment across the Trust.

Please see the attached document for the full job description