Resuscitation Officer - Critical Care​/Annex

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

As a Resuscitation Training Officer within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde North Sector, you will be a recognised clinical expert leading, shaping and delivering high-quality resuscitation education across a range of clinical settings. Working across Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Stobhill SAC and Lightburn Hospital, you will play a key role in supporting staff to provide safe, effective care during some of the most complex and critical patient situations.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence practice, drive improvements in patient safety and support staff development through education, mentorship and leadership. Working collaboratively with colleagues across NHSGGC, you will contribute to resuscitation governance, service development and innovation. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde offers an excellent environment for professional growth, clinical leadership and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met. If the preferred candidate is appointed on Annex 21 terms, the role will not be eligible for sponsorship.

• Full Time, Permanent
• You will be based in the North Sector
  - Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Stobhill SACH and Lightburn Hospital.
• Working Pattern: 4 days between Monday
  - Friday

• Manage and develop a comprehensive resuscitation training programme in line with national and international guidelines
• Deliver high-quality education and simulation training including ALS, Deteriorating Patient Workshops, First Responder Management of Cardiac Arrest, Basic Life Support, EPALS and PILS
• Attend clinical emergencies, including 2222 calls, providing expert support, leadership and debriefing where required
• Support the development of clinical staff through mentoring, coaching and professional guidance following emergency situations
• Lead on the governance, maintenance and strategic development of resuscitation equipment across North Sector sites
• Contribute to audits, research, service improvement projects and policy development to enhance resuscitation practice
• Work collaboratively with fellow Resuscitation Officers, senior clinicians and multidisciplinary teams across NHSGGC to promote excellence in patient care

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and relevant or significant acute clinical experience
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) Instructor qualification or currently undertaking ALS Instructor candidacy
• Evidence of ongoing clinical, professional and educational development
• Proven experience delivering education, training and simulation-based learning within a healthcare environment
• Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and engage staff at all levels
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing service demands
• Sound understanding of professional accountability, clinical governance, organisational policies and best practice standards in resuscitation care

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and…