Grace Keno
Dunedin,OTA
Summary
I am driven and compassionate professional with diverse experience across healthcare, hospitality, and customer service sectors, notably at Manawanui. Excelled in providing emotional support and personal care, enhancing patient wellbeing. Demonstrated ability to maintain high sanitation standards and collaborate effectively in fast-paced environments. Skilled in Dementia Care and recognized for a bubbly personality, contributing to positive team dynamics and customer experiences. I am 18 years old and from Oamaru but I attended St Hilda’s in Dunedin where I went to boarding school from 2019-2023.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Carer
Manawanui
Oamaru, OTA
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times, offering companionship and empathy to enhance mental wellbeing.
- Facilitated activities of daily living such as grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene for increased self-esteem and confidence among patients.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Fast Food Worker
McDonald's
Oamaru, OTA
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
- Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
- Followed food safety procedures outlined in company policies and health and sanitation regulations to prevent food borne illness.
- Collaborated with team members to quickly fill large orders and serve large parties.
Hospitality Worker
Del Mar/Cuccina
Oamaru, OTA
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Performed general cleaning by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes and emptying trash.
- Prepared food and beverages and verified adherence of quality and safe food-handling standards.
- Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organised work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.
Vet Assistant
The Veterinary Centre
Oamaru, OTA
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations and treatments.
- Supported veterinarian in performing surgeries by preparing instruments, monitoring anesthesia, and providing post-operative care for patients.
- Assisted in emergency situations calmly while supporting veterinarians with critical care procedures to stabilize patients quickly.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis
- Cleaned kennels and animals
Education
Bachelor Of Law - Law (Pre-Law)
University of Otago
Dunedin, OTASt Hilda’s Colegiate
DunedinSkills
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Transportation Assistance
- Recreational Activities
- Friendly
- Confident
- Bubbly
Timeline
Personal Carer
Manawanui
01.2024 - Current
Fast Food Worker
McDonald's
01.2023 - 12.2023
Hospitality Worker
Del Mar/Cuccina
01.2021 - 12.2022
Vet Assistant
The Veterinary Centre
01.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelor Of Law - Law (Pre-Law)
University of Otago
St Hilda’s Colegiate