Ruby Harvey
Lake George
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cabin Cleaner
Itasca State Park
Park Rapids
06.2025 - Current
- Cleaned cabins and facilities to maintain high standards of cleanliness.
- Inspected cabins for damage and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Managed cleaning supplies inventory and restocked as necessary.
- Followed safety protocols while using cleaning equipment and supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient cleaning processes.
- Maintained equipment cleanliness and performed basic maintenance tasks.
- Enhanced guest experiences by ensuring cabins were welcoming and tidy.
- Cleaned cabins and other areas to meet company standards for cleanliness, using cleaning solutions and tools such as vacuum cleaners and mops.
- Vacuumed carpets and upholstered furniture in the cabins.
- Stocked linens and towels in the cabins according to established procedures.
- Reported any damages or repairs needed to supervisor immediately.
- Responded promptly to guest requests for additional items like extra pillows or blankets.
- Washed, disinfected and restocked lavatories to meet usage demands.
- Swept, scrubbed, waxed, and polished floors in assigned cabins.
- Replenished bathroom supplies such as soap, shampoo, and conditioner when needed.
- Inspected cabin facilities daily to ensure they met quality standards.
- Dusted furniture, windowsills, walls, radiators, and woodwork in the cabins.
- Checked rooms for safety hazards such as frayed electrical cords or loose railings.
- Transported dirty linen from cabins to laundry facility for cleaning.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working around hazardous materials like bleach or ammonia-based products.
- Maintained a log of all services performed during each shift.
- Conducted regular inspections of cabin furnishings to identify any necessary repairs or replacements.
- Replaced soiled curtains or draperies in the cabins upon request.
Sterile Processing Technician
Sanford Medical Center
Bemidji
05.2024 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
- Inspected and maintained sterile storage areas for cleanliness and organization.
- Operated sterilization equipment, ensuring proper function and safety measures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prioritize instrument needs for operations.
- Documented sterilization processes and inventory levels accurately and timely.
- Implemented best practices in infection control during instrument processing tasks.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.
- Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Evaluated incoming product packaging for damage or contamination prior to stocking shelves.
- Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
- Supported departmental initiatives to meet productivity standards and flexible staffing needs.
- Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Sanford Medical Center
Bemidji
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Maintained cleanliness in patient rooms and common areas throughout the medical center.
- Disinfected surfaces and equipment to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Operated cleaning equipment and tools effectively to uphold sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to address specific cleaning needs promptly.
- Sorted and disposed of waste materials following hospital protocols and regulations.
- Restocked cleaning supplies to ensure availability for daily operations.
- Reported maintenance issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms, bathrooms, offices and other areas according to prescribed procedures.
- Helped prevent spread of infections by sanitizing surfaces, furniture and equipment.
- Wiped down surfaces and refilled soap and hand sanitizer to prevent spread of germs.
- Kept trash cans empty by removing regularly from rooms, bathrooms and hallways.
- Dusted, swept and mopped to maintain clean, safe environment for clients.
- Adhered to departmental policies regarding safety protocols while performing job duties.
- Attended required training sessions related to housekeeping tasks.
- Reported any damages or maintenance needs to supervisor immediately upon discovery.
- Followed safety procedures when using chemical agents to clean surfaces or laundry detergents when washing linens and clothes.
- Exceeded facility standards regularly by working with detail-oriented approach.
- Kept storage areas organized and free of clutter by disposing of unused items appropriately.
- Reviewed daily schedules to plan out cleaning routines and gather needed supplies.
- Maintained cleaning equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies used throughout shift.
- Used ladders to reach high ceilings and walls for dusting purposes.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
Education
Bagley High School
Bagley, MNSkills
- Cabin cleaning
- Inventory management
- Safety protocols
- Maintenance reporting
- Disinfecting surfaces
- Collaboration with teams
- Facility cleanliness standards
- Waste disposal procedures
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Guest interaction support
- Adaptation to feedback
- Reliability and punctuality
- Efficient cleaning techniques
- Cross-training
- Waste disposal
- Proper sanitization
- Health and safety awareness
- Organizational growth
- Chemical handling
- Laundry skills
- Punctuality
- Excellent communication
- Manual dexterity
- Critical thinking
- Troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- Goal setting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Task prioritization
- Active listening
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Reliability
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Cabin Cleaner
Itasca State Park
06.2025 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Sanford Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Sanford Medical Center
05.2024 - 09.2025
Bagley High School