Fiona Vahey

I did my Registered General Nurse Training from 1986 to 1989 in Cardiff, Wales and then worked as a staff nurse on general medical, surgical and care of the elderly wards. I had two children and worked part time looking after the elderly in a nursing home. Busy bringing my children up, my nursing registration lapsed and I have worked as a carer in the community.

My most recent role has been as a carer for a lady with dementia, keeping her as independent as possible in her own home. My children are now in their twenties and I would like to work as a maternity support worker full time with a view to doing my midwifery training.

Carer at Private client Mrs Julia Davis (2024-01 – 2025-01)

• Assisted with shower/hygiene and daily routine
• Food shopping
• Preparation of meals
• Visits to the local GP

Carer at Private household (2018-01 – 2025-01)

Covid, Caring for mum in our household bubble. During this period, I kept a close eye on my elderly mum, providing company, meals, support as and when required to maintain her dignity and independence as much as possible. She is now age 91.

Care in the community (2017-01 – 2018-01)

Carer at Private household (2014-01 – 2017-01)

Cared for my eighty-year-old mum after she had a TIA and major operation in 2013. I looked after her post-operatively when she returned home and enjoyed being able to care for her, cook meals, help with shopping and general help around the house.

Learning Support Assistant at St Georges Catholic College (2011-01 – 2013-01)

Carer at Beechcroft Nursing Home (2005-01 – 2011-01)

Carer at Rowans Hospice (2005-01 – 2005-09)

Carer at Merry Hall Nursing Home (2004-01 – 2004-12)

Carer at Bupa Nursing Agency (1999-09 – 2001-02)

Carer at Crofton Nursing Agency (1995-03 – 1997-07)

Carer at Bupa Chalybeate Hospital (1994-09 – 1995-03)

Staff Nurse at Worthing Hospital (1990-01 – 1994-12)

• Mixed/Female Surgical Ward
• Care of the elderly

– Crofton Secondary School (1979-01 – 1982-01)

– Bay House Sixth Form College (1982-01 – 1984-01)

RGN in Nursing – University Hospital of Wales (1986-01 – 1989-01)

Basic counselling skills course (1993-01 – 1993-12)