Anastacia Menezes

Dedicated Healthcare Assistant with experience in cardiac surgery and operating theatres, adept at patient monitoring, mobility, and ensuring a safe clinical environment. Possesses strong communication skills, honed through diverse healthcare settings and customer-facing roles. Eager to contribute to high-quality patient care on surgical wards at Spire Manchester Hospital, leveraging practical awareness of clinical equipment and procedures to support nursing staff effectively.

Cardiac Surgery

• Acquired practical experience in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) and open-heart surgery procedures, including the utilisation of specialist surgical equipment, heart-lung machine operation, pacing equipment, drain management, cardiac monitoring, and postoperative care.

Operating Theatres

• Cultivated a comprehensive understanding of theatre workflow, sterile techniques, surgical instrumentation, patient safety protocols, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Collaborated effectively with nursing staff, surgeons, and allied health professionals, communicating professionally and demonstrating adaptability in high-pressure clinical settings.
• Developed practical insight into the application of medical equipment and clinical products in patient care, emphasising the critical importance of clear, product-specific communication.

Bank HCA - NHS, UHL

(2024 - 2026)

• Provided essential patient support across diverse hospital wards, working in close conjunction with registered nurses and the broader multidisciplinary team.
• Honed robust communication and interpersonal abilities by adeptly responding to evolving patient requirements within dynamic clinical environments.
• Enhanced familiarity with clinical apparatus, established procedures, and patient-centred care methodologies.

Sales assistant - Tessuti - Trafford

(2022-02 - 2022-06)

• Assisted customers with product selection and purchasing decisions by providing clear and concise information in a fast-paced retail setting.
• Rapidly assimilated product knowledge, managed numerous customer inquiries concurrently, and collaborated with colleagues to achieve sales objectives.

Waitress - The Bolton House - Bolton

(2022-06 - 2022-09)

• Delivered exceptional customer service in a high-volume establishment, efficiently managing multiple table requests.
• Functioned cohesively within a team environment and maintained meticulous attention to detail under demanding conditions.

BSc - Adult nursing - De Montfort University (2023 - 2026)

CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma - Health & Social Care - The Manchester College

GCSE’s - Maths 4, English 6, Combined Science 5 - Bedford High School