Daisy Nowak

Motivated BSc Physiotherapy student with clinical placement experience across musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory settings. Demonstrates strong assessment, communication and patient-centred care skills, with a keen interest in evidence-based practice and professional development.

Work Experience at Vascular Surgery, MRI (2025-09 – 2026-10)

Learned the role of a Band 5 Physiotherapist on an acute ward

• Developed exercise plans for patients
• Vocalised plans for patients during MDT meetings
• Grasped key knowledge of vascular conditions

Work Experience at Community Neuro, HSE (2022-10 – 2022-11)

• Shadowed senior neuro Physio during community visits
• Gained insight into community Physiotherapy
• Encouraged patients during treatment
• Engaged in student teaching meetings

Spokes placement at Pulmonary Rehab, Trafford (2025-12)

• Shadowed educators in Pulmonary Rehab classes
• Engaged with patients and encouraged them throughout the class
• Attended student teaching classes

Shift Supervisor at The Vienna Coffee House (2023-06 – Present)

Acted as the main point of contact for staff and customers

• Managed peak service periods effectively
• Provided job training and support to new staff
• Supervised operations in the café and delegated tasks to other employees
• Ensured high standards of customer service and handled complaints professionally
• Managed stock intakes and assisted with inventory management

Food Runner at Mac's Lobster and Seafood Restaurant (2025-06 – 2025-09)

• Engaged with customers and staff
• Broadened knowledge of working for a large chain in America
• Grasped understanding of different cultures
• Gave feedback regarding VISA experience

Shift Supervisor/ Barista at Ballyseedy Garden Centre (2021-06 – 2023-09)

• Communicated with customers at professional standard
• Engaged in staff meetings and training days
• Managed stock intakes
• Delegated tasks to other staff

BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy – University of Salford (2023-09)

Leaving Certificate in 7 LC Subjects (2H1's, 3H2's, 1H3, 1H4) incl. Mathematics, English, Biology – Mercy Secondary School Mounthawk (2017-09 – 2023-06)