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Channell States

CHICAGO,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Support Specialist

Arise Virtual Solutions
09.2022 - Current
  • Resolved open issues for customers by investigating problems and coordinating solutions with other staff
  • Increased company revenue by cross-selling products to new and existing customers
  • Set up customer accounts in system and updated details to reflect current information.
  • Assisted clients with complex tax situations, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.
  • Implemented feedback from management to continually improve performance metrics within the chat support team.

Mental Health Technician

OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center
06.2017 - 01.2020
  • Enhanced medication administration compliance by monitoring behaviors and using customized and caring approaches
  • Followed treatment plan for best results when using verbal and physical behavior management interventions


  • Prepared clients for handling challenging situations independently and taught coping skills and strategies
  • Provided individual and group therapy to over 15 patients with chronic mental illnesses, chemical dependency, and geriatric needs in accordance with established hospital
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.

Certified Nursing Assistant-

LifeStyle Options
07.2010 - 02.2014
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.

Hospice Aide

Merit Hospice Services
07.2009 - 05.2010
  • Protected patients by monitoring conditions and promptly reporting problems to RNs
  • Kept patients clean, dry, and properly cared for under direction of registered nurses
  • Assist in redirection offering emotional and educational support to clients and family
  • Measured vital signs and updated chart with current information
  • Minimized infection risk to staff and patients by cleaning and sanitizing rooms, equipment and tools.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Smith Crossing, Continuing Care Community
12.2006 - 04.2010
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

Certification - Nursing assitance -

Olive-Harvey College
Chicago, IL
08.2002

Diploma - General -

Carver Area High School
Chicago, IL
06.1997

Skills

  • Inbound call management
  • Complaint investigation
  • Crisis Management
  • Behavioral Health
  • Task prioritization
  • Salesforce
  • EHR / EMR software
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Remote Support
  • Online Chat Support

Timeline

Product Support Specialist

Arise Virtual Solutions
09.2022 - Current

Mental Health Technician

OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center
06.2017 - 01.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant-

LifeStyle Options
07.2010 - 02.2014

Hospice Aide

Merit Hospice Services
07.2009 - 05.2010

Certified Nursing Assistant

Smith Crossing, Continuing Care Community
12.2006 - 04.2010

Certification - Nursing assitance -

Olive-Harvey College

Diploma - General -

Carver Area High School
Channell States