Lead Educator for Resuscitation

Location

Dorchester, Dorset | United Kingdom

Job description

Facilitate appropriate resuscitation training for all Trust staff according to the Trust Resuscitation Policy, ensuring that robust systems are in place to ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements. To organise, lead and facilitate the delivery of Resuscitation Council (UK) courses To lead the delivery and evaluation of resuscitation training programmes using high fidelity simulators that will be used across all staff groups and addresses patient safety. To work in partnership with the Clinical lead for resuscitation in the development and delivery of simulation training for medical staff. To be jointly responsible for managing the Resuscitation department, providing internal and external resuscitation courses. Acts as a specialist operator for the technical function of the high fidelity simulators. Promote high standards of care through the demonstration of clinical expertise and knowledge of patient safety principles/methodologies using resuscitation simulation. Maintain and update knowledge and expertise of using high fidelity resuscitation simulators for training purposes, understand the strengths and weaknesses of each system and participate in the selection of new and replacement simulators and equipment as required. Ensure training programmes continually reflect current standards and advice arising from national guidance and regulatory assessments. Promote and participate in educational research relating to resuscitation to improve the delivery of patient care. Create and develop a positive learning environment where staff development is encouraged and promoted. The post holder is expected to actively participate in the management of risk events submitted relating to resuscitation. Design and develop learning materials to assist staff attending training programmes. Carry out competency assessments of appropriate staff where necessary. The post holder will have a high degree of precision and the necessary physical skills required for performing and teaching resuscitation skills such as defibrillation and advanced airway management.

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Salary

£43.74k - £50.06k per annum