Summary
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Work history
Education
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Affiliations
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Andrea Edmonds

Andrea Edmonds

Newton Abbot,Devon

Summary

Experienced in providing comprehensive care to vulnerable clients, with a strong understanding of palliative and dementia care. Demonstrates resilience in difficult situations and maintains professional boundaries while delivering personal care and medication administration. Skilled in basic nursing care with a commitment to supporting individuals with learning disabilities and other disabilities. Reliable, trustworthy, and empathetic, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and wellbeing of clients through effective care planning and social care initiatives.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Support worker

Mencap
, Devon
09.2023 - Current
  • Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
  • Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
  • Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
  • Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
  • Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
  • Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
  • Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
  • Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
  • Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
  • Promoted personal wellbeing and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
  • Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creative activities.

Support worker Agency

Alert Health 24
, Devon
03.2023 - 12.2023

Support worker

HFT
Newton Abbot, Devon
03.2020 - 03.2023

Healthcare assistant

RD and E NHS foundation Trust
Exeter, Devon
07.2018 - 03.2020

Shop manager

self employed
Teignmouth, Devon
07.1988 - 07.2018
  • Negotiated with suppliers for better prices, leading to improved profit margins.
  • Developed a positive team culture, resulting in increased staff satisfaction and lower turnover rates.
  • Oversaw daily shop operations, ensuring smooth running of business activities.
  • Delivered excellent customer experiences with personalised service approach.
  • Fostered strong relationships with key customers to boost loyalty and repeat business.
  • Ensured cleanliness of shop premises, presenting a professional image to customers.
  • Enhanced customer service by training staff in effective communication and problem solving.

Auxilliary nurse

Forde Park nursing home
Newton Abbot, Devon
01.1984 - 07.1986

, Devon

Education

A-Levels - Music and English

Torquay Tech
Torquay, Torbay
09.1986 - 07.1988

NVQ Level 2 - Diploma in care

Cache NCFL
Devon
01.2020 - 05.2021

Skills

  • Palliative care understanding
  • Dementia care expertise
  • Dealing with vulnerable clients
  • resilience in difficult situations
  • reliable and trustworthy
  • Basic nursing care
  • Nutrition planning competency
  • Empathy for clients
  • Professional boundaries understanding
  • Personal care
  • Medication Administration
  • Care planning
  • Social care
  • Learning disabilities support
  • Disability support
  • Health and safety procedures

Affiliations

  • Motorbike riding
  • Gardening
  • wild swimming

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Support worker

Mencap
09.2023 - Current

Support worker Agency

Alert Health 24
03.2023 - 12.2023

Support worker

HFT
03.2020 - 03.2023

NVQ Level 2 - Diploma in care

Cache NCFL
01.2020 - 05.2021

Healthcare assistant

RD and E NHS foundation Trust
07.2018 - 03.2020

Shop manager

self employed
07.1988 - 07.2018

A-Levels - Music and English

Torquay Tech
09.1986 - 07.1988

Auxilliary nurse

Forde Park nursing home
01.1984 - 07.1986
Andrea Edmonds