'I don't think there's anything else I'd ever want to do'

MUM TELLS OF 10-YEAR CAREER WORKING AT HOSPITAL MORTUARY

- By JADE MCELWEE

A MORTUARY worker is climbing the ladder in her dream career, as she progresses into her new role while balancing being a mum of two young children.

Shaunna Cahillane began her NHS career aged 23 at the University Hospital of North Tees working as a healthcare assistant in endoscopy.

After a tour of the hospital’s mortuary piqued her interest, Shaunna took a chance and applied for job in a trainee position.

Now 33, the Roseworth mum has worked in the department for almost 10 years, working through her qualifications to progress in her career.

Balancing her work with life as a mum-of-two, she has most recently completed her Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science qualification.

Shaunna now proudly works as a level 4 anatomical pathology technologist (ATP) across University Hospitals Tees’ four main hospital sites.

The Stockton woman's role sees her caring for patients after death, performing postmortem examinations, supporting patients’ loved ones with viewings and liaising with funeral directors to continue care after hospital.