Compassionate Carer with proven expertise in delivering person-centred care and support. Experienced in personal care, medication management, and emotional assistance, fostering safe environments and nurturing trusting relationships. Committed to enhancing clients' well-being through patience, problem-solving, and reliable companionship.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
end of life carer
EMCAS
Louth, Lincolnshire
01.2026 - Current
Maintained clean and hygienic living environments, ensuring comfort and safety.
Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
Delivered emotional support and companionship, fostering trusting relationships that enhanced clients' well-being.
Provided emotional support and companionship, building trusting relationships with clients and their families.
Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
Supported nightly routines and helped to reduce disruptions to sleep, delivering person-centred care in line with individual care plans.
Supported clients and families through end-of-life care, providing compassionate assistance that eased their emotional burden during challenging moments.
Facilitated discussions on future care plans with patients and families, showcasing emotional resilience and active listening to address their concerns.
Maintained detailed health records to report on progress or decline.
Complex Care Support Worker
cera care
10.2020 - 05.2025
Prepared detailed reports and case notes, ensuring accurate documentation of client interactions.
Monitored clients' conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent hospital readmissions.
Trained in managing aggressive behaviour and de-escalation techniques to ensure a safe environment for all.
Administered prescribed medications to patients, adhering to strict medical protocols and patient care plans.
Delivered palliative care, providing compassionate support and effective pain management for terminally ill patients.
Implemented infection control measures rigorously, minimising the risk of illness transmission among vulnerable patients.
Developed empathetic relationships with patients, improving their comfort and overall well-being.
Assisted patients with complex needs in daily activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Supported patients with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming, respecting their privacy and preferences.
Documented patient progress and incidents meticulously, ensuring accurate records for healthcare teams.
Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and temperature, to track patient health status.
out of hours drs service
Derbyshire Health United
leicester, leicestershire
03.2010 - 07.2017
Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
Achieved service time and quality targets.
Engaged with customers to better understand needs and deliver excellent service.
Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Picked up additional tasks to aid team success.
Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
Promoted safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
Interacted with patients and family members based on emotional and communicative needs.
Collaborated with specialists and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
Provided emotional support to patients, employing active listening skills to ensure patients felt heard and their concerns understood.
Determined health status through basic health checks such as weight, pulse and temperature assessment.
Explained test results to patients, minimising anxiety by outlining possible plans of action.
Participated in continuous professional development activities, staying abreast of medical innovations and practices.
Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
Carried out telephone triage and face-to-face consultations to provide evidence-based clinical care to patients.
Liaised with medical and non-medical staff, ensuring quality treatment both in [Type] setting and in patients' homes.
Welcomed guests and clients in a friendly, positive manner.
Handled incoming telephone calls, taking accurate messages and relaying to personnel to support timely communication.
Answered and directed incoming calls to relevant staff members using multi-line telephone system.
Maintained clean and orderly reception area to impress and welcome visitors.
Greeted visitors warmly, providing a professional first impression of the organisation.
Delivered polite, professional customer service to enhance business reputation through positive first impressions.
Met incoming customers with professional approach and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Carried out basic day-to-day administrative tasks to support staff needs.
Responded to enquiries from clients, vendors and members of the public.
Maintained a tidy and welcoming reception area, upholding company standards for cleanliness.
Cleaned reception area regularly to maintain professional appearance.
Managed incoming calls efficiently, redirecting to appropriate departments to streamline communication.
Trained new reception staff, sharing best practices and company policies to maintain service standards.
Helped visitors with filling out forms and associated documentation.
Handled confidential documents with discretion, following data protection guidelines to safeguard information.
Kept reception well-stocked with reading materials, informational pamphlets and important forms.
Used Microsoft Office to track information, update records and write correspondence.
Captured and processed client information, entering data into online systems for wider company use.
Directed clerical tasks, including copying, faxing and file management.
Conducted oneself with integrity and respect in all professional dealings.
Exercised sound judgment and decision-making in client interactions.
Cultivated a safe and comfortable environment for clients at all times.
Exhibited strong communication skills to understand client requirements effectively.
Engaged in continuous professional development to enhance service quality.
Offered personalised services to meet diverse client needs and preferences.
Listened actively to clients in conversation, cultivating trust and meaningful connections.
Actioned client feedback and complaints to improve client experience.
Built positive rapport with clients and took interest in their hobbies.
Maintained high levels of discretion and confidentiality in interactions with clients.
De-escalated aggressive behaviour without causing scenes.
Upheld strict privacy standards to protect client identities and information.
Provided pleasant companionship for individuals in line with desired needs.
Ambulance Care Assistant
East Midlands Ambulance Service
leicester, leicestershire
12.2007 - 04.2010
Displayed caring, positive and friendly approach in all interactions with patients.
Provided comfortable, timely transport whilst delivering high standards of patient care.
Kept vehicle clean, tidy and functional by reporting defects at start of shift or when defects occurred.
Observed strict confidentiality in handling patient information, respecting privacy and ethical standards.
Implemented infection control measures, minimising risk of contamination or spread of diseases.
Developed proficiency in all PTS duties, including wheelchair clamping, stretcher work and patient manual handling.
Worked as 2-person or single-person crew to pick up patients from homes and deliver to hospital appointments.
Developed strong rapport with medical professionals to coordinate quality patient care.
Operated and administered oxygen support devices for patients experiencing respiratory difficulties.
Liaised with hospital staff to facilitate smooth transitions of care, minimising patient stress and confusion.
Demonstrated compassion and understanding towards individuals of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions.
Provided guidance and advice on non-emergency medical transport options, assisting patients with planning and access.
Administered first aid and basic life support during patient emergencies.
Monitored vital signs of patients in transit, responding swiftly to any changes in condition to safeguard health.
Minimised further patient injury or discomfort using moving and handling procedures.
Maintained impeccable driving record with zero offences throughout career.
Monitored patient status during transportation and kept individuals stable with continuous care.
Entered patient data into PDA in line with training accurately and in real-time during working shifts.
Lowered, pushed and pulled patients unable to self-mobilise and in need of assistance.
Comfortably moved and handled patients with limited mobility, ensuring patient comfort.
Covered designated areas or shifts in line with client requests by driving, moving and helping patients in and out of vehicles.
Conducted regular checks and maintenance on ambulance equipment, ensuring readiness for emergency situations.
Maintained comprehensive, up-to-date vehicle records on patient journeys and maintenance.
Assisted patients with mobility, including transferring to and from the ambulance, promoting safety and comfort during transport.
Attended professional development courses to stay abreast of best practices in emergency care and transportation.
Operated and navigated ambulances safely, adhering to traffic laws and emergency response protocols.
Adapted to rapidly changing scenarios, making critical decisions under pressure to protect patient well-being.
Cleaned and sterilised medical equipment and ambulance interior, maintaining high standards of hygiene.
Transferred patients to teams upon hospital arrival, giving concise run-downs on assessment findings and medical stats.
Provided emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families, enhancing the quality of care.
Followed highway code, UK road legislation and DHL driving standards at all times.
Provided high-quality healthcare by responding to rapidly changing situations.
Maintained thorough records of patient care, conditions, and progress, ensuring accurate handover information.
Recorded patient information and health status in line with set procedures.
Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with multidisciplinary teams.
Safely secured and transported patients monthly to and from healthcare visits.
Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for all emergency calls.
Complied with issued start times, adhering to contractual requirements by taking breaks and lunch times set by Control Team.
Informed control of availability to serve as many clients in need as possible.
Generated standardised reports to detail assessments and actions in emergency cases.
Utilised communication equipment effectively to coordinate with emergency services and ensure timely response.
Attended large events to provide standby support for potential health emergencies.
Managed dynamic work schedules consisting of late night and early morning work for full and part-time shift workers.
home carer
Care UK
l, leicestershire
04.1996 - 10.2003
Supported clients with daily hygiene routines including bathing, showering, and toileting to promote dignity and well-being.
Fostered emotional connections with clients through regular conversation and companionship, enhancing their quality of life.
Maintained clean and hygienic living areas through effective housekeeping tasks, ensuring a comfortable environment for clients.
Mentored and trained new carers at the facility to ensure high-quality patient care.
Home Carer
The Bureau
leicester, leicestershire
09.1995 - 03.1996
, breakfast and medication taken had a set area of clients I assisted to get up in a morning, made sure washed, dressedI
Supported clients with daily hygiene needs, including bathing, cleaning, showering, and toileting, to promote personal dignity and comfort.
Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of living areas through regular housekeeping tasks, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - nutrition and health
NCFE
Leicester, LCE
01-2015
Diploma of Higher Education - Counselling Skills
Online Accademies
online
01-2015
NVQ Level 2 - Trade Union Health and Safety Representative
NOCN
Wales
01-2012
NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care
Leicester College
Leicester
01-1999
NVQ Level 2 - Safe Handling of Medication
North Warwickshire & Hinckley College
Leicester, LCE
NVQ Level 2 - Control of infection and contamination
Stephenson College
Leicester, LCE
Hobbies and interests
Loves doing online courses in a wide range of topics
Reading
Baking
Alternative Therapys
Tracing Family Tree
Interests
Online courses
Reading
Baking
Tracing Family Trees
Timeline
end of life carer
EMCAS
01.2026 - Current
Complex Care Support Worker
cera care
10.2020 - 05.2025
out of hours drs service
Derbyshire Health United
03.2010 - 07.2017
Ambulance Care Assistant
East Midlands Ambulance Service
12.2007 - 04.2010
home carer
Care UK
04.1996 - 10.2003
Home Carer
The Bureau
09.1995 - 03.1996
NVQ Level 2 - nutrition and health
NCFE
Diploma of Higher Education - Counselling Skills
Online Accademies
NVQ Level 2 - Trade Union Health and Safety Representative
NOCN
NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care
Leicester College
NVQ Level 2 - Safe Handling of Medication
North Warwickshire & Hinckley College
NVQ Level 2 - Control of infection and contamination