Vanessa Breen
Antigonish
Summary
Proven track record of enhancing facility cleanliness and efficiency, notably with Nova Scotia Health Authority. Excelled in roles requiring strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to improve team success and patient satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and proactive problem-solving. Achieved significant learning growth in diverse environments, underscoring a commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Nova Scotia Health Authority
11.2021 - Current
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing workload based on urgency and importance.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Cleaned and disinfected patients room, exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by maintaining clean, orderly, and welcoming environments throughout the facility.
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to ensure a more positive day for all.
- Showcased exceptional work ethic and reliability, contributing to team success and maintaining high levels of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities or urgent situations requiring immediate attention in the work environment.
Laborer
Purl Brook DKI
02.2015 - 10.2021
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general and industrial housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Evaluated various insurance claims related to disasters by accurately assessing property damages and associated costs.
- Maintained on-call availability, performed emergency response services, coordinated cleanup of waste spills and handled disaster response, recovery and waste management.
- Promoted a positive work environment by cooperating with team members and demonstrating strong work ethic at all times.
- Guided clients through the complexities of property loss, ensuring empathetic and effective support.
- Operated efficiently under time constraints.
- Oversaw logistics activities to maintain seamless operational flow.
- Executed rapid response actions to reduce loss.
- Contributed to team success through effective collaboration and communication.
- Completed rigorous manual labor duties effectively.
Cashier Team Lead
Monastery Petro Can
01.2011 - 02.2015
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Managed and organized stock orders to ensure timely replenishment of inventory.
- Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction through attentive and personalized service.
Education
Certificate - Medical Terminology Course
St John's Ambulance
Online01-2025
Associate of Science - Aquaculture Technician
Nova Scotia Community College
Shelburne, NS01-2003
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Organizational skills
- Adaptable and flexible
- Time management
- Willingness to learn
- Patient confidentiality awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
Timeline
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Nova Scotia Health Authority
11.2021 - Current
Laborer
Purl Brook DKI
02.2015 - 10.2021
Cashier Team Lead
Monastery Petro Can
01.2011 - 02.2015
Certificate - Medical Terminology Course
St John's Ambulance
Associate of Science - Aquaculture Technician
Nova Scotia Community College
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