Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Attitudes
Affiliations
Accomplishments
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Janelle Ord

Oamaru,Otago

Summary

I am energetic person, mainly having worked as a grocery assistant in a supermarket & more recently multi-tasking within an aged care residence; looking for a change whilst knowing what I am good at.

I have always been employed and often had more than one job at a time. People deserve to be treated with respect and valued. When I engage with a customer, I want them to walk away feeling confident that I have done the best that I can for them. Many older customers need a little bit more interaction as I may be the only person they speak to that day. Friendly Environmental Service Technician with many years of experience in janitorial services. Extensive knowledge of sanitation and confidentiality with a talent for working quickly and efficiently. Adept at following directions and infection control practices. Sociable Patient Transporter experienced moving patients to and from various department locations via stretcher or wheelchair. Provides directional information to guests and visitors and patient location to family members and guests. Compassionate Orderly with proven ability to complete tasks efficiently and boost productivity in fast-paced healthcare environments. Specialize in patient transport, equipment sterilization, and maintaining clean and safe patient areas. Excel at communication, time management, and teamwork, ensuring seamless operations and positive patient experiences. Motivated Orderly with experience in providing essential support to medical staff and improving patient comfort. Strengths include exceptional organizational skills, ability to multitask, and communication capabilities. Previous work contributed substantially to maintaining a clean, safe environment while ensuring patient needs were met promptly and efficiently. Hardworking professional bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Orderly

Oamaru Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2025
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient mobility and daily living activities.
  • Prepared and maintained patient rooms for optimal care conditions.
  • Transported patients safely between departments and treatment areas.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout hospital facilities.

Kitchen Hand

Observatory Village
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Laundry
  • House keeping
  • Gardening

Grocery Assistant

Oamaru New World
01.2002 - 01.2022
  • Stock displays
  • Shelf filling
  • Relays
  • Stock takes
  • Unloading trucks using forklift
  • Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries.
  • Maintained clean and organized grocery aisles and displays.
  • Stocked shelves with new inventory and rotated products regularly.
  • Supported team members during busy periods with additional tasks.

Cheese packer

Whitestone cheese
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Pack cheese products using proper packaging techniques for freshness.
  • Operate packing machinery to ensure efficient workflow and product handling.
  • Inspect cheese for quality before packaging to maintain high standards.
  • Label packages accurately to meet regulatory and customer requirements.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in packing area to ensure safety.
  • Assist team members with packing tasks during peak production times.
  • Follow safety procedures to prevent accidents and ensure a safe workplace.
  • Report any equipment malfunctions or quality issues to supervisors promptly.

Self-employed gardening and house keeping

Self
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Education

General Studies

Waitaki Girls High
Oamaru
12-1983

Skills

  • Excellent listening and verbal communication skills
  • Time management and organisation
  • Team leader
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service
  • Patient transportation
  • Infection control
  • Mobility assistance
  • Hygiene maintenance
  • Room preparation
  • Inventory management
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety compliance
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Conflict resolution

Attitudes

  • Positive
  • Cheerful
  • Solution focussed
  • Customer focussed

Affiliations

Reading, crocheting, gardening, baking, animal care & property maintenance,

Accomplishments

  • Black belt in taekwondo, Les Mills Fitness Instructor.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Kitchen Hand

Observatory Village
01.2022 - 01.2025

Cheese packer

Whitestone cheese
01.2010 - 01.2011

Orderly

Oamaru Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2025

Self-employed gardening and house keeping

Self
01.2007 - 01.2009

Grocery Assistant

Oamaru New World
01.2002 - 01.2022

General Studies

Waitaki Girls High
Janelle Ord