Nina Ellis
@ninaellis
Dedicated customer service professional with strong problem-solving skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in providing exceptional support and problem-solving solutions. My career has been marked by my ability to quickly establish strong relationships with customers, ensuring their needs are met efficiently and effectively. I thrive in dynamic environments and am adept at adapting to new challenges, whether in-person, hybrid, or fully remote settings.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles that have honed my skills in customer interaction, documentation, and database administration. As a State Eligibility Specialist, I manage health coverage applications and conduct interviews to authorize benefits, demonstrating my commitment to advocating for clients. My previous experience as a Business Manager and Repair Associate has further equipped me with the organizational and communication skills necessary to excel in customer service.
I am passionate about contributing to a progressive organization where I can leverage my skills in customer advocacy and database management to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer satisfaction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Manager
Apple Tree
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)
Managed payroll and time reviews, scheduled meet and greets, and completed physician orders. Performed data entry for clients and employees, handled scheduling information faxes, and managed call transfers and billing.
State Eligibility Specialist 3
Division of Family and Resources
Sep 2024 - Present (10 months)
Registered health coverage, SNAP, and TANF applications, conducting interviews and authorizing/denying client cases. Administered client phone calls, assisted with household budgeting, and collaborated with language interpreters.
Repair Associate
Lowes
Oct 2020 - Apr 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Reviewed and resolved customer repair issues remotely, troubleshooting appointments and explaining benefits. Handled call transfers, performed data entry, and coordinated services within a team.
Dispatcher/Customer Service Representative
AAA Hoosier Motor Club
Jul 2005 - Mar 2009 (3 years 8 months)
Evaluated and problem-solved customer issues, assisting with roadside assistance coverage. Conducted service calls to ensure customer safety and documented interactions with customers and AAA drivers. Performed data entry to find adequate roadside assistance for members.
Line/Prep Cook
Warren Central High School
Jan 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 11 months)
Performed meal preparation and maintained cleaning expertise in the kitchen. Managed concurrent documentation and inventory, and handled customer problem relations.
Customer Service Representative
Bluegreen Vacation Club
Jun 2003 - May 2005 (1 year 11 months)
Assisted customers with scheduling appointments and provided knowledge on time shares. Ensured follow-up appointments were scheduled and contacted other time share representatives. Documented time share holders and followed up after appointments.
Customer Service Representative
National Programming Services
Jan 2001 - May 2003 (2 years 4 months)
Provided customer service for satellite programming, including concurrent documentation and follow-up calls. Educated customers on satellite programming and performed database problem-solving. Marketed for the satellite company.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ivy Tech Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Communications
Currently pursuing an Associate of Applied Science degree with a focus on Communications. This program is enhancing skills in various communication aspects relevant to professional environments.
North Central High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Completed high school education, gaining foundational knowledge and skills. Focused on general studies to prepare for future academic and professional pursuits.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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