Resuscitation Officer

Hello!

We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).

We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, 'I've seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.' We're on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.

Opportunities for you

Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we've got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.

We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there's lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.

• Cultural diversity staff network
• Disabled staff network
• LGBT+ staff network

We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:

• Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
• Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
• Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group

We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.

Always improving

CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We're always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?

Please note that it is a requirement of this Trust that all external applicants pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay

Job overview

Are you passionate about saving lives and ensuring best practice in resuscitation and emergency care?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Resuscitation Officer at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW). Based at St Nicholas Hospital in Newcastle, you'll play a key role in leading the design, delivery and evaluation of our resuscitation training and simulation events across a mental health Trust.

As the Trust's Subject Matter Expert in resuscitation, you will provide expert advice and guidance to clinical teams, leadership groups and policy makers, supporting the delivery of safe, evidence-based care for deteriorating patients.

The role involves direct delivery of high-quality resuscitation education, development of resuscitation trainers and link staff, involvement in serious incident reviews, and contributing to the ongoing improvement of patient outcomes and safety.

Main duties of the job

• Lead on Trust-wide resuscitation and deteriorating patient training to meet national standards and compliance.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert in resuscitation, providing advice, guidance and specialist knowledge.
• Deliver Basic and Immediate Life Support training for adult and paediatric care, aligned with Resuscitation Council (UK) guidelines.
• Develop policy, lead audits, and contribute to clinical governance, improving patient safety and outcomes.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to resuscitation trainers and link staff.
• Support staff debriefing and provide expert advice following resuscitation attempts and clinical emergencies.
• Ensure safe maintenance and effective use of resuscitation training equipment and resources.

About you
To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A professional qualification (RGN, Paramedic, ODP) and current clinical experience in an acute/critical/emergency care setting.
• A recognised teaching qualification and evidence of delivering high-quality training.
• Completion of a Resuscitation Council (UK) accredited life support course (ALS, EPALS or ILS ).
• Excellent knowledge of resuscitation practice, deteriorating patient care, and national standards.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to lead service development.
• Flexibility to travel between sites and deliver training Trust-wide.

Working for our organisation

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

As a specialist mental health Trust, we understand the importance of treating the whole person - mind and body. The successful candidate will be part of our Physical Health Team, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality physical healthcare across all our services.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference in a unique clinical environment. You will work alongside experienced professionals in mental health, learning disability and neurorehabilitation settings, providing vital resuscitation and emergency care education to a wide range of staff. Your role will directly support our goal of improving physical health outcomes for people with mental health needs.

We value innovation, compassion, and collaboration. You'll join a forward-thinking team that supports professional development, encourages new ideas, and champions integrated care.

Join us and be part of a team that is committed to delivering excellent physical healthcare within a leading mental health Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 20th May 2025

Closing date : 3rd June 2025

Interview date: 20th June 2025

We welcome your application.

Person specification

Education and qualification

Essential criteria

• Relevant professional qualification (RGN, Paramedic, ODP)
• Degree or equivalent experience
• Recognised teaching qualification and/or equivalent experience.
• Have evidence of successful attendance at a Resuscitation Council (UK) accredited advanced life support course (ALS, EPALS, ILS or PILS) in the last four years

Desirable criteria

• Resuscitation Council (RC) Advanced Life Support Instructor
• Leadership/Management qualification
• Master's degree

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria

• Excellent knowledge of basic life support skills, deteriorating patients and appropriate treatment, including evidence of teaching others in some capacity.
• Current clinical experience of working in an acute/critical/emergency care setting
• Demonstrate excellent up to date knowledge of Resuscitation literature, techniques and evidence
• Experience of planning, development and delivery of training courses
• Experience of designing and undertaking audits

Desirable criteria

• Experienced Resuscitation Officer
• Specialist knowledge, clinical experience and skills in the different areas of Resuscitation
• Experience of working in a mental health setting
• Experience of developing and implementing policies

Skills and Competencies

Essential criteria

• Demonstrates excellent teaching abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good level of IT literacy to enable input to database, audit and email

Desirable criteria

• Demonstrates the ability to translate research findings into clinical practice

Role/Team specific requirements

Essential criteria

• Evidence of team working, interpersonal skills and written and verbal skills, importance of a positive "can do" attitude and a positive attitude to change
• Exposure to mental and emotional stress through supporting / counsel staff following a resuscitation attempt
• Able to carry out all clinical duties associated with patient care delivery and resuscitation procedures

Personal Characteristics

Essential criteria

• Ability to work on own initiative and within a team
• Flexible and adaptable to changing and evolving service needs

Additional Requirements

Essential criteria

• Able to travel between sites within the CNTW footprint
• Able to work Flexible working hours

Desirable criteria

• Car driver and owner

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.

Please ensure to check out all of the supporting documents linked to this advert, for useful information about working for us, information from our Chief Executive and much more.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• CNTW2310 Resuscitation Officer Band 7 JD & PS (PDF, 233.4KB)
• Tips on how to complete your application (PDF, 171.4KB)
• Reference Guidelines for Applicants - Please Read (PDF, 20.0KB)
• Interview Guarantee Scheme (PDF, 127.3KB)
• Employee Benefits (PDF, 922.8KB)