Andrea Paris
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with strong work ethic and dedication to achieving goals. Skilled at developing and maintaining documentation systems, managing calendars and preparing reports. Proven leadership, organizational and customer relations skills. Independently solves problems and keeps teams on task to handle diverse business requirements.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Advocacy -VIU Criminology Practicum Leader
Zonta International -Nanaimo Chapter
06.2019 - Current
- Spearheaded advocacy efforts to garner support for policies that addressed pressing social issues and improved awareness about Human Trafficking
- Increased awareness and supported practicum student participation in their practicum
- Developed educational and advocacy programs for each set of practicum students
- Spearheaded advocacy efforts at the local, state, and federal levels to advance organizational goals and protect key interests.
- Built strong relationships with key influencers, promoting brand advocacy within the community.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in child advocacy work.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop leadership skills and advance their careers within the organization.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Oversaw day-to-day activities of 5-25 employees in Zonta/ VIU/ SD68 establishments , fostering inspiring atmosphere to optimize students, volunteers and staff experiences.
Realtor
Andrea Paris Real Estate, Brokered by JKS Realty
10.2017 - Current
- Managing client relationships while helping them purchase/sell their real estate properties
- Perform all duties outlined by CREA / BCFSA in the professional standard
- Building excellent relationships with community partners
- Increased property sales by effectively marketing listings and utilizing strong negotiation skills.
- Developed strong knowledge of local market conditions, allowing for accurate pricing strategies and targeted marketing efforts.
- Created compelling listing presentations that showcased properties'' unique features while highlighting their potential value to prospective buyers.
Medical Laboratory Assistant Supervisor
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (Island Health)
05.1997 - 02.2017
- Responsible for supervising, mentoring, training, evaluating Laboratory Assistants and reporting to the Team Lead
- Ensuring the operations of the Medical Laboratory Assistants meet the Laboratory, Provincial and ISO Standards
- Dealing directly with clients and the general public
- Worked in a fast-paced environment in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams within the hospital and public to provide quality laboratory/patient/client service reviewing and evaluating evidentiary information; and working in a fast-paced target-oriented work environment writing assessments including setting out options and recommendations
- Performed routine laboratory procedures, tests, toxicology samples, including preparing biological /pathological specimens for referring out to other sites by complying with TDG regulations
- Assisted and monitored in the training of new laboratory assistants, TRU/Lifelabs practicum students providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Created educational materials and participated in policy writing
- Completed research for the Government and the NRGH Lab
- Created and monitored HEU schedule and staffing
- Worked collaboratively with government agencies gaining experience interpreting and applying legislation or policy
- Working experience in assessing applications in a regulatory or policy setting, setting lab policy into practice
- Experienced in case management in patient environment
- Many years of conducting research and analysis to validate information presented for the assessment of applications as it was part of responsibilities under the quality portfolio.
- Streamlined the process for data entry into laboratory information management systems, reducing the potential for human error.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff and laboratory personnel for efficient result delivery and collaboration.
- Collaborated with fellow lab assistants to develop more efficient strategies for task completion, increasing overall productivity levels.
- Contributed to overall team success by consistently meeting performance metrics and maintaining a high standard of work quality.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
Board of Education Publicly Elected Trustee
School District 68
12.2005 - 12.2011
- Supporting assigned schools & partner groups (Parent Advisory Committees, Teachers Association, CUPE local, District Administration Association) in a meaningful way while adhering to Provincial governance
- Human Resources Chairwomen: Managed SD68 succession plan for three consecutive years
- Board of Education’s Provincial Councilor: managed and liaised communications with the Minister of Education and other councilors
- Setting policy and legislation for BC
- Supported as a leader and still supporting SD68 school foundation.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Business
Sauder School of Business of UBC
Vancouver, BC01.2017
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Vancouver, BC01.2010
Quality Management
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB01.2009
Health Sciences
Camosun College
Victoria, BC01.1997
Health Sciences
Medical Laboratory Technology Institute of Budapest
Budapest 01.1990
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Mora Ferenc
Budapest01.1987
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Organization & Time Management
- Leadership
- Decision Making
- Analytical
- Detail Orientated
- Communication
- Risk Management
- Customer Service
Volunteer Experience
- Nanaimo Hungarian Cultural Society, President, 2022, Present
- Human Trafficking Awareness Coordinator, 2020, Present
- Zonta Club Nanaimo, Chair, 2018, 2023
- Emergency Social Service, Director for Regional District of Nanaimo/City of Nanaimo, 2007, 2019
- Island Perspective Lab Education, Chair, 2005, 2013
- District Parent Council, Vice President, 2004, 2005
- Nanaimo Ballroom Dance Society, President, Vice President, Volunteer, 1996, Present
References
- Christine Grainger, RCMP - Watch Clerk, 250 619 4908
- Lisa Elliott, Island Heath - Coordinator Workforce Strategy, 250 713 3356
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hungarian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Advocacy -VIU Criminology Practicum Leader
Zonta International -Nanaimo Chapter
06.2019 - Current
Realtor
Andrea Paris Real Estate, Brokered by JKS Realty
10.2017 - Current
Board of Education Publicly Elected Trustee
School District 68
12.2005 - 12.2011
Medical Laboratory Assistant Supervisor
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (Island Health)
05.1997 - 02.2017
Business
Sauder School of Business of UBC
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Quality Management
University of Manitoba
Health Sciences
Camosun College
Health Sciences
Medical Laboratory Technology Institute of Budapest
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Mora Ferenc
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