Job summary
The Resuscitation Practice Development Nurse/Paramedic will support the Resuscitation Practice Development Manager in delivering high-quality, evidence-based resuscitation training across the Trust, spanning inpatient, community and specialist settings.

The post holder will act as an in-house ILS Tutor, deliver ward-based in-situ training and assessments, and support early recognition of the deteriorating patient. They will provide ad-hoc and specialist training across Trust teams, one-to-one support following ILS/BLS training, and coordinate training activity to maximise compliance.

The role also includes oversight of resuscitation equipment and administrative records, contributing to audit and service improvement, and deputising for the team manager as required. The post holder will maintain their professional registration and keep clinical knowledge up to date.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver ILS training as an in-house Tutor and provide ward-based in-situ training and assessments
• Support early recognition of the deteriorating patient
• Provide ad-hoc and specialist resuscitation training across Trust teams
• Offer one-to-one support following ILS/BLS training
• Coordinate training activity to maximise compliance
• Oversee resuscitation equipment and maintain administrative records
• Contribute to audit and service improvement activities
• Deputise for the team manager as required
• Maintain professional registration and up-to-date clinical knowledge

About us
By coming to work at SLaM, you will join an organisation with a rich history and international reputation in mental health care, with access to professional development and the chance to work alongside world leaders in their field. Our close working relationship with King's Health Partners also opens up opportunities to get involved in academic research.

We're committed to a healthy work-life balance and ensuring our staff feel valued, with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous pay, pensions and leave, dependent on role and length of service
• Flexible working, including part-time and job share options
• Career development, through mentoring, coaching, and leadership and talent programmes
• Car lease schemes at competitive rates
• Keyworker housing available on selected sites
• NHS discounts of up to 10% with major retailers

Job responsibilities
For a full breakdown of this role please see the Job Description and Personal Specification attached

Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse (RGN or dual qualified to include RGN) or Registered Paramedic with current registration with the relevant regulatory body (NMC/HCPC)
• Immediate Life Support (ILS) certification with the Resuscitation Council (UK) OR equivalent
• A recognised teaching qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience in facilitating learning in a clinical or healthcare setting
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to resuscitation and emergency care practice through post-registration training

Desirable

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS) Instructor status with the Resuscitation Council (UK)
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) Provider certification with the Resuscitation Council (UK)
• Paediatric Basic Life Support (PBLS) or Paediatric Immediate Life Support (PILS) certification

Experience
Essential

• Significant post-qualification experience in acute, emergency care environment (e.g. emergency department, emergency ambulance) or intensive care settings
• Experience of delivering resuscitation or clinical skills training to staff in a healthcare setting
• Experience of maintaining accurate training or clinical records in accordance with organisational policies and professional guidelines
• Experience of providing constructive feedback to learners following training assessments or clinical observation

Desirable

• Experience of delivering training to non-clinical or diverse staff groups, adapting content and communication style to meet varying learning needs
• Experience of working within or alongside mental health services or a community healthcare setting
• Experience of participating in audit, quality improvement, or service development within a clinical or training environment
• Experience of planning and organising training activities to maximise training uptake and compliance

Knowledge / Skills / Other
Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication style to a range of audiences including clinical and non-clinical staff
• Willing and able to travel frequently across Trust sites in order to fulfil the requirements of the role
• Willingness to undertake further qualifications or training relevant to the role, including Instructor level resuscitation courses
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service where required, including outside of regular office hours if needed

Desirable

• Full driving licence and access to a car for work purposes

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).