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
2023.09 - 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
2023.03 - 2023.12
Support worker
HFT
Newton Abbot, Devon
2020.03 - 2023.03
Healthcare assistant
RD and E NHS foundation Trust
Exeter, Devon
2018.07 - 2020.03
Shop manager
self employed
Teignmouth, Devon
1988.07 - 2018.07
- 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
1984.01 - 1986.07
, Devon
Education
A-Levels - Music and English
Torquay Tech
Torquay, Torbay 1986.09 - 1988.07
NVQ Level 2 - Diploma in care
Cache NCFL
Devon 2020.01 - 2021.05
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
2023.09 - Current
Support worker Agency
Alert Health 24
2023.03 - 2023.12
Support worker
HFT
2020.03 - 2023.03
NVQ Level 2 - Diploma in care
Cache NCFL
2020.01 - 2021.05
Healthcare assistant
RD and E NHS foundation Trust
2018.07 - 2020.03
Shop manager
self employed
1988.07 - 2018.07
A-Levels - Music and English
Torquay Tech
1986.09 - 1988.07
Auxilliary nurse
Forde Park nursing home
1984.01 - 1986.07