Dayna Abbot
Paeroa,WKO
Summary
Dedicated professional with a proven track record at Geneva Healthcare, adept in elderly care and time management. Excelled in enhancing patient comfort and achieving nutritional objectives, demonstrating strong ethics and effective problem-solving skills. Streamlined operations and improved cleanliness standards at Oceanview Motel, showcasing multitasking abilities and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Geneva Healthcare
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Calf Rearer, Relief Milker
Grayling Farms
06.2004 - 06.2008
- Maintained accurate records for each calf, tracking growth progress and vaccination schedules.
- Developed a safe and clean environment for the calves by regularly sanitizing living quarters to prevent disease outbreaks.
- Established strong relationships with veterinarians to ensure optimal calf health care and treatment plans.
- Enhanced overall herd health through regular monitoring of calves for illnesses and timely medical intervention.
Motel Cleaner
Oceanview Motel
- Enhanced motel cleanliness by thoroughly cleaning guest rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
- Maintained a positive and professional demeanor while working in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Farm Hand
Mirakau Farms
06.2023 - Current
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Ensured proper animal care by administering medications, vaccinations, or treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Documented animal growth, production costs, individual behaviors, feeding patterns and other data in daily logs and main database, noting trends, and identifying areas of concern.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Used time-management strength to cross-train associates to cover more areas without increasing expense.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
2ic Herd Manager
Alanleigh Farms
06.2019 - 05.2023
- Performed inventory control and quality assurance of farm's products, supplies and materials and discarded or reordered products as necessary.
- Evaluated animal feed rations to deliver maximum intake and daily gain to reduce overall cost per head.
- Managed staffing needs efficiently by recruiting qualified candidates, overseeing staff scheduling, and ensuring adequate coverage during peak seasons.
- Conducted regular assessments of feed quality to ensure optimal nutrition levels for the herd.
- Ensured accurate record keeping for all animals, including health records, breeding data, and growth measurements.
Motel Cleaner
Tuscany Motel
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Enhanced motel cleanliness by thoroughly cleaning guest rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
- Maintained a positive and professional demeanor while working in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
- Streamlined room turnover process with efficient organization and prioritization of tasks.
- Reduced guest complaints by promptly addressing housekeeping concerns and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness.
Farm Assistant
Okuhau Farms
06.2009 - 06.2014
- Stayed current on industry trends, attending workshops and conferences to enhance professional knowledge.
- Enhanced farm productivity with the proper use of modern farming equipment and machinery.
- Facilitated communication between farm staff and management, addressing concerns promptly for improved work environment.
- Assisted in livestock care, ensuring proper feeding, housing, and medical attention when needed.
Education
Level 3 - Farming
Agriculture Ito
2010
Sixth Form Cert - English
Otumoetai College
Tauranga, BOP1994
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Strong ethics
- Housekeeping tasks
- Flexible schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
Timeline
Farm Hand
Mirakau Farms
06.2023 - Current
2ic Herd Manager
Alanleigh Farms
06.2019 - 05.2023
Motel Cleaner
Tuscany Motel
08.2016 - 04.2017
Farm Assistant
Okuhau Farms
06.2009 - 06.2014
Calf Rearer, Relief Milker
Grayling Farms
06.2004 - 06.2008
Caregiver
Geneva Healthcare
Motel Cleaner
Oceanview Motel
Level 3 - Farming
Agriculture Ito
Sixth Form Cert - English
Otumoetai College
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