Heart to Heart: A plunge into the Everyday Life of a Cardiology Nursing Assistant

In an ever-changing medical environment, the role of the cardiac care assistant is essential, both for the quality of care and for the well-being of patients. This book is a practical and realistic guide to the heart of this profession, where human and technical skills come together to shape patients' heart health. Designed to encourage, inform and support both novice and experienced healthcare professionals, this book draws on the day-to-day experience of orderlies, highlighting the skills, challenges and rewards of this vocation.
Through detailed and accessible chapters, this book explores the main cardiac pathologies, from angina pectoris to heart failure, while proposing concrete techniques for adapted care. It also looks at the importance of the patient-caregiver relationship, managing emotions in critical situations, and supporting families. You'll discover how vigilance, active listening and commitment can have a lasting impact on the recovery of cardiac patients.
Packed with practical examples and feedback, this book invites you to redefine your role as a caregiver, with suggestions on how to innovate, adapt to new technologies and meet the challenges of everyday life. You'll also find strategies for preventing burnout and maintaining the passion that drives you in this demanding but deeply rewarding profession.
Whether you're just starting out in your career or looking for new perspectives, this book will accompany you as you explore a profession at the service of life, where every gesture counts and every smile makes a difference. Embark on a journey to the heart of cardiology care, where the orderly proves to be much more than a behind-the-scenes player: a true pillar of heart health and patient well-being.

Author: Martin Sterling

Publisher: Independently Published

Publication Date: Oct 11, 2023

Number of Pages: 292 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: NA

ISBN-13: 9798864062364