Resuscitation Practitioner

University Hospitals Sussex; Brighton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in the UK seeks a Resuscitation Practitioner responsible for delivering mandatory resuscitation training and providing clinical support during medical emergencies. The ideal candidate will have relevant healthcare qualifications and experience, including teaching skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to vital patient care across Sussex.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing program

Flexible working options

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Registered Health Care Professional with active registration.
• Experience in resuscitation training and practice.
• Ability to teach evidence-based clinical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide mandatory resuscitation training to staff.
• Attend medical emergencies and provide clinical support.
• Contribute to the resuscitation services strategy.

Skills

Clinical resuscitation training

Emergency response

Mentorship skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registered Health Care Professional / Registered Nurse

Relevant Post Registration Qualification in acute or critical care

Mentorship/coaching qualification

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

Job description

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Main area Resuscitation Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Part time hours also considered) Job ref 279-7447921-JAN26

Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County Hospital/Princess Royal Hospital Town Brighton Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/02/2026 23:59

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values . We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research , we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

The Resuscitation Practitioner (RP) is responsible for the provision (delivery and monitoring of standards) of mandatory resuscitation training for all medical, nursing and ancillary staff employed by University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will also deliver training to external organisations to generate income for the Trust.

To implement, maintain & grow education packages using Simulation & Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) service within University Hospitals Sussex.

The RP will have a clinical role, attending medical emergencies and cardiac arrest calls, providing expert advice and clinical support to ensure safe, high quality patient care.

The RP will attend Resuscitation Operational Management Group (ROMG) meetings, providing professional advice and feedback on issues such as audit, equipment and training.

The RP will identify areas of the service for improvement and contribute to the resuscitation services strategy for service development.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration.

Main duties of the job

Resuscitation Practitioners provide mandatory resuscitation training, clinical support, advice and expertise to various emergency teams on main sites, and clinical support, expertise and leadership in emergencies on the Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH) and Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) sites.

Patient Care Delivery

Hold an emergency bleep and respond to adult and paediatric clinical emergencies acting as member within the multi-disciplinary team as necessary.

Perform clinical interventions at speed and with a high degree of precision (e.g. defibrillation, cardioversion, transcutaneous pacing, cannulation, intra-osseous needle insertion, laryngeal mask insertion, intubation,) as required during resuscitation within sphere of competence and policy compliance, and with due regard to safety and expertise of other team members.

Ensure adherence, wherever possible during resuscitation, to safe handling techniques, control of infection etc and when this cannot be achieved ensure appropriate referral and follow-up is instigated (e.g. Critical Incident Reporting, Risk Assessment, Occupational Health Referral etc).

Professionally accountable for own autonomous practice and responsible for maintaining and improving personal knowledge and professional competence.

Provide a role model to medical, nursing and ancillary staff to ensure awareness of and adherence to local and national policies and procedures.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for a detailed overview of the role and main responsibilities.

Regularly adapts/modifies communication techniques within teaching and clinical emergencies. Therefore meeting the different learning needs and levels of understanding from qualified health care providers to parents and relatives.

Ensure all wards and departments are in possession of and understand current procedures for cardio- pulmonary resuscitation in-line with Resuscitation Council UK recommendations and Trust policy.

Work closely with the Resuscitation Services team in the creation and review of Trust policies and procedures relating to Resuscitation, ensuring that such policies and procedures accurately reflect best practice as agreed nationally.

Responsible for the safe use of equipment by others, for example defibrillators and interosseous devices, during simulated training practice and in the clinical environment when attending clinical incidents.

Carry out, where required, appraisals and support the development of any junior banded staff and apprentices that may work with the team.

Person specification

Experience and Qualifications

• Registered Health Care Professional / Registered Nurse, Paramedic, ODP. Active professional registration
• Relevant Post Registration Qualification in acute or critical care or relevant qualification or experience.
• Mentorship/coaching qualification or recognised teaching qualification.
• At least one of the Resuscitation Council (UK) ILS, PILS, ALS, EPALS or NLS and/or the ALSG APLS provider course.
• Work within codes of practice and according to professional standards and guidelines
• Able to organise own workload with due regard to priorities.
• Articulate and flexible to meet changing demands of the role.
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or similar.
• Resuscitation Council (UK) ILS, PILS, ALS, EPALS, NLS and or ALSG APLS instructor or instructor candidate status.
• Knowledge & experience of audit and policy review Experience of income generation.
• Experience in resuscitation training and practice.
• Experience of carrying out staff appraisals
• Experience of direct line management, or supervision and mentorship/preceptorship
• Ability to apply and expertly teach evidence based clinical procedures/practice to a range of students in under & postgraduate training.
• Evidence of theoretical and practical application of adult learning theories.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to organise information, plan and provide teaching and training resources in order to meet known and anticipated needs.
• Full UK / EU driving license

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

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Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

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UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.

Name Alan Street Job title Head of Resuscitation Services Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01273 696955 Additional information: Email: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone] Ext 64304