I have just started a job as a healthcare assistant in the theatre department of a private hospital

Question

, however i haven't come from a medical background so am starting from scratch. I'm wondering if there are any books i could read to help me on my way?

Answer 1

Sorry if this is a bit off-topic but my mum is a HCA for the NHS and gets paid peanuts. I keep telling her to work for a private hospital and she will get alot more money and I think she will enjoy it more.

She has been a HCA for about 3 years and been working for the NHS for about 5. She won't listen to me though... !! :(

She works so hard too and gets paid rubbish!

Answer 2

A good perioperative care reference book will do. Have a look at this one found on Amazon.co.uk or search around. A lot of these books are aimed at student nurses, so will include all the basics.  http://www.amazon.co.uk/Caring-Periopera...