Senior nurse reveals the hidden struggles of Altai Krai's overworked healthcare heroes

Yulia Petrovna Malyshkina, head nurse at Biysk’s Second City Hospital, recently appeared on the show Business Talk. She spoke about her career in nursing and the reasons behind her professional choice. The programme also covered the challenges she faces in her daily work. During the interview, Malyshkina explained why she chose nursing as a profession. She also highlighted the biggest difficulties in her role as a senior nurse.

She reflected on the gaps she sees in today’s medical students. In Altai Krai, mid-level medical staff, including nurses, handle most of the workload in healthcare facilities. With over 19,500 nurses working in the region, their role is vital. Nurses often spend more time with patients than doctors do. The discussion offered insight into the demands of nursing in Altai Krai. Malyshkina’s perspective sheds light on the responsibilities of nurses and their importance in patient care. The interview underscored the critical role of mid-level medical staff in the region’s healthcare system.