Resuscitation Practitioner

Job summary To provide direction, education and support to all members of the uLHB multi-disciplinary team in order to promote the highest standards, in a quality learning environment in Resuscitation.
The Resuscitation Practitioner (RP) will manage, co-ordinate and supervise training in both basic and advanced resuscitation in accordance with the uLHB training strategy, with support from the uLHB Resuscitation Committee and Senior Resuscitation Practitioner.
This includes the development and promotion of strategies to prevent cardiac arreThe post-holder would be a recognised expert in the field of resuscitation education and practiceThe post-holder will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner in relation to resuscitation and emergency careTo work on own initiative and independently of supervision and to plan and manage own work loaTo contribute to the development and promotion of the uLHB Resuscitation ServicA level of skill in the techniques of resuscitation, teaching and administration is essential.
Main duties of the job An opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Resuscitation Practitioner, joining an established Resuscitation Service in Cardiff, where we offer all the approved courses, ALS, ALS Recert, APLS, ATLS, ILS,NLS, PLS, ALERT, ETC and IMPACT.Part of the Clinical Board of Surgery, the Resuscitation Service is responsible for the organisation, implementation and evaluation of the needs of the UHB staff, providing training in basic and advanced life support in adults and paediatrics, across the acute hospitals, community hospitals and throughout Primary Care.Applications are invited from Registered nurses with sufficient relevant experience at a minimum of Band 6 in a critical or emergency care setting.
You must have an interest in Resuscitation ALS/APLS instructor qualification would be desirable.
Applicants should be self-motivated and possess excellent communication skills with an interest in teaching.
There will be a requirement to work flexible hours on occasion.
Able to travel between sites in a timely manner is essential.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services.
Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer.
Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal.
Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
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