ARMED FORCES HOSPITALS PROGRAMME SOUTHERN REGION,
KHAMIS MUSHAYT
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DEPARTMENT: Academic & Affairs & Training
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JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE:
Resuscitation Training Officer
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
On-going Resuscitation Training for Medical,
Nursing and Allied Professionals
ACCOUNTABLE TO:
Director of Academic Affairs & Training &
Deputy Director of Medical Education
JOB DESCRIPTION:
1.0
2.0
JOB SUMMARY:
1.1
The Resuscitation Training Officer is overall accountable and responsible for
the assessment, planning and implementation of training to meet the needs of
all Clinical Staff in order to facilitate optimal care during any Code Blue
situation and will audit activities based on sound methodology.
1.2
The RTO is a part of the “Code Blue Response Team” as an observer/advisor
and will provide de-briefing after codes as appropriate.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
2.1
Plans, organizes delivers, supervises and evaluation BLS/ACLS provider
course using the American Heart Association guidelines.
2.2
Liaise with the Saudi Heart Association/American Heart Association
providing monthly, quarterly and yearly statistics of training undertaken by
hospital staff.
2.3
Provides information on Resuscitation courses at other hospital within the
Kingdom (ACLS Instruction/PALS Provider/PALS Instructor/Neonatal
Resuscitation).
2.4
In coordination with the Training Center seek to facilitate the SHA Heartsaver
course for non-healthcare staff in English and Arabic where circumstances
allow.
2.5
Plans and organize Code Blue Committee meetings with the designated Nurse
Educator.
2.6
Participates in Disaster Plan Activities and attends Disaster Planning
Committee Meetings.
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JOB DESCRIPTION: (Cont’d.)
2.7
Responsible for analyzing and preparing Code Blue Audit Findings.
2.8
Informs relevant Heads of Department and Code Blue Committee of Audit
Findings.
2.9
Responsible for preparing audit findings (Code Blue Audit, Resuscitation
Audits as required) for presentation to the relevant Heads of the Department
and Code Blue Committee.
2.10
Exercises and demonstrates effective leadership and management skills in
relation to the role of Resuscitation Training Officer at all times.
2.11
Performs training needs analysis minimally yearly and seeks to provide
resuscitation training in clinical areas based on the results of that analysis.
2.12
Continues to develop Paediatric and Neonatal Life Support (PALS/NALS)
Training.
2.13
Establishes and develops effective communication with all disciplines of staff.
2.14
Utilizes staff, supplies and equipment economically and effectively.
2.15
Promptly investigate complaints and incidents in relation to Code Blue
Activities and report findings to the Code Blue Committee, the Medical and
Nursing Director.
2.16
Ensures the Code Blue Activation procedure is operating and audits code blue
activation.
2.17
Advices Directors and Head of Departments on appropriately agreed Policies
and Procedures in relation to the Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures.
2.18
Works in collaboration with the Department of Medicine and Nursing and the
Training Center.
2.19
Submits a monthly report to Code Blue Committee and Medical and Nursing
Director.
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Resuscitation Training Officer
JOB DESCRIPTION: (Cont’d.)
2.20
Takes personal responsibility for own professional development.
2.21
Ensures all educational training equipment is kept in good working order as
per PPG’s and Work Instructions.
The designated Nurse Education will provide support and take responsibility for
the following:
3.0
2.22
Audits Resuscitation Trolley according to planned schedule.
2.23
Ensures Policies and Procedures are in place, correctly implemented and
maintained and up to date in relation to current trends and issues in the subject
of resuscitation.
2.24
Maintains training records of all staff in relation to BCLS/ACLS and other
related courses. Sends participants results to Assistant Programme Director
Academic Affairs & Training and Director of Nursing.
2.25
Attends Nursing Team meetings and serves on such working group or
committees as appropriate in relation to resuscitation issues.
HOURS OF WORK:
48 hours per week structured according to job requirements.
4.0
REQUIREMENTS:
4.1
Qualifications or Related Experience:
4.1.1
Essential:

Registered Nurse, Doctor or Health Care Professional with
minimum of 2 years Critical Care background.
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BLS Instructor
ACLS Instructor
PALS Instructor
NALS Instructor
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
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KHAMIS MUSHAYT
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Resuscitation Training Officer
JOB DESCRIPTION: (Cont’d.)
4.1.2 Desirable:
4.2
5.0
Teaching Qualification.

Recognized Critical Care.

ATLS Provider.
Personal Qualities:
4.2.1
Sound communication skills.
4.2.2
Exercises and demonstrates effective leadership and management
skills, liaising with other staff and clinicians on a professional level.
4.2.3
Displays diplomacy and accuracy of judgment.
4.2.4
The applicant will demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural differences
inherent in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
5.1
N.B.

As laid down by the Hospital Programme and subject for amendment.
Remuneration will be commensurate with the category indicated above.
This job description is not exhaustive, and is intended as a general guide. It
exists in conjunction with a more detailed breakdown of day-to-day duties.
Approval
Position
Name
Prepared by:
Deputy Director of
Medical Education
Director of
Academic Affairs
Programme
Director
Dr. Abdulaziz Al Deeban
Reviewed by:
Approved by:
Acknowledged
by Employee
Resuscitation
Training Officer
Dr. Abdulqader Al Rawi
Brig. Gen. Dr. Hamoud
Al Shahrani
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Date