Community Resuscitation Officer - A Champion of Champions

Summary: Learn about the evolving concept of Community Resuscitation Officers and how these dedicated leaders can play pivotal roles in saving lives at the local level in this dynamic half day workshop, hosted by the Citizen CPR Foundation.
The faculty and participants will explore the constellation of skills and knowledge that are necessary for strategic planning and the implementation of lifesaving science, best practices and innovations at a local level.

Synopsis: The Community Resuscitation Officer workshop is designed specifically for public safety and public health professionals and focuses on leadership and other skills associated with the successful initiation of lifesaving strategies at the local level. Community Resuscitation Officers work with community members and other stakeholders to identify necessary programs and coordinate lifesaving services and strategies. They oversee administrative and other aspects of programs to meet the objectives and improve community preparation, system response, system performance and outcomes related to sudden cardiac arrest. Faculty will include members of the Citizen CPR Foundation Program Advisory Committee and invited guest implementers.