Overview
Work History
Education
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Janine Lavis

Ipswich,QLD

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Butcher Shop Clerk

Quality Meats
Goonellabah, NSW
01.2024 - 03.2025
  • Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment.
  • Prepared meat products by cutting, trimming, and packaging items for display.
  • Restocked shelves with fresh products to maintain inventory levels.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling and storing meat products properly.
  • Inspected meat products for freshness and quality prior to sale.
  • Communicated any issues regarding product shortages or delays to management promptly.
  • Followed all safety procedures when operating machinery in the shop.
  • Cleaned work areas throughout the day as needed per health code regulations.
  • Weighed or measured portions of meat for sale.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.

Cert 1V In Aged Care

St Josephs's Nursing Home
Lismore, NSW
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Managed conflict resolution within the team, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
  • Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Administered medications as directed by the physician including injections and oral medications.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders including oral medications, topical creams and ointments, eye drops, enemas .
  • Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and documented vitals, medical histories, medications and changes in health, including reactions to medications and treatment.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physician or psychiatrist.
  • Performed basic clinical procedures such as wound care, catheterizations and specimen collection.
  • Provided wound care management, including changing dressings and applying topical ointments, creams, and gels as prescribed by physicians.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care management such as applying dressings or bandages.
  • Performed basic nursing procedures such as vital signs monitoring, wound care and catheter care.
  • Assisted with basic nursing skills including wound care and dressing changes.
  • Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.

AIN

Uniting Caroona
Goonellabah, NSW
03.2014 - 01.2020
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to improve resident well-being.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Catering/Kitch Hand

Len Ward Catering
Goonellabah, NSW
06.2010 - 02.2015
  • Prepared ingredients for catering events, ensuring freshness and quality.
  • Assisted chefs in cooking and plating dishes for large gatherings.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely, following all safety protocols.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas during food service.
  • Maintained an organized workspace throughout the day by cleaning up after each customer.
  • Assisted in food preparation and presentation for diverse catering events.
  • Provided excellent customer service to clients during events and functions.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down catering events.
  • Organized buffet tables, beverage areas, and other service stations prior to events.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment and surfaces after each event.
  • Checked supply levels and replenished items as needed for dining and catering functions.
  • Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
  • Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
  • Prepared simple salads, sandwiches, appetizers, as directed by supervisor or chef.
  • Served food during catered events or banquets as requested by supervisors or chefs.
  • Prepared garnishes to complement dishes on menu.
  • Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and hot holding units regularly to ensure food safety standards were met.
  • Helped in setting up and cleaning up before and after service, ensuring a ready-to-use kitchen.
  • Provided customer service when necessary, addressing inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.

Production Assistant

Macadamia Processing Company
Goonellabah, NSW
04.2005 - 11.2010
  • Operated machinery to assemble products on the production line.
  • Inspected finished goods for quality and compliance with standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
  • Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment.
  • Assisted in training new workers on equipment and procedures.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported malfunctions promptly.
  • Packed finished products for shipment, ensuring proper labeling and handling.
  • Ensured that all work areas were kept clean and organized at all times.
  • Stacked finished goods onto pallets or into boxes for shipment.
  • Checked quality of products for defects and discrepancies.
  • Identified defective parts, sorted them out, and disposed properly.
  • Followed safety protocols when operating machines.
  • Operated machinery to package and assemble products.
  • Read and followed written instructions from supervisors effectively.
  • Adhered to strict quality control standards throughout the process.
  • Reported any issues or concerns regarding operations to supervisor.
  • Contributed to team-based environment to maintain line productivity and meet expected deadlines.
  • Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
  • Packaged products and double-checked package labels for accuracy.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kadina High School
Goonellabah, NSW
12-1988

Skills

  • Product selection
  • Meat preparation
  • Inventory management
  • Quality inspection
  • Safety compliance
  • Customer service

Certification

  • Cert IV in Ageing Support
  • Cert 111 in individual support

Timeline

Butcher Shop Clerk

Quality Meats
01.2024 - 03.2025

Cert 1V In Aged Care

St Josephs's Nursing Home
01.2020 - 01.2024

AIN

Uniting Caroona
03.2014 - 01.2020

Catering/Kitch Hand

Len Ward Catering
06.2010 - 02.2015

Production Assistant

Macadamia Processing Company
04.2005 - 11.2010

High School Diploma -

Kadina High School

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