Elliana Matthysse

• Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet client needs and preferences.
• Provided compassionate personal care and assistance with daily living activities for clients.
• Monitored and documented client health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize client care strategies and outcomes.
• Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety during transfers and activities.
• Enhanced client quality of life through engaging social interactions and recreational activities.
• Ensured client environments were tidy and well-stocked by managing household chores and errands.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.

• Ensured clean and safe environment for patients and staff, enhancing overall care experience.
• Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
• Communicated effectively with patients to address their needs and concerns.
• Collaborated with team members to enhance patient care services.
• Participated in training sessions to improve skills and knowledge in patient care.
• Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
• Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
• Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
• Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
• Conducted EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests following physician or RN instructions.
• Provided emotional support for patients and families, fostering trust and comfort during challenging times.
• Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
• Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
• Assisted pediatricians during patient examinations and procedures.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to address patient needs, improving coordination of care.

• Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson preparations.
• Supported children's learning through engaging educational activities and play.
• Facilitated small group discussions to promote social skills and teamwork among students.
• Monitored student behavior and communicated concerns to lead teacher for timely intervention.
• Maintained a clean and safe classroom environment for all students.
• Engaged with parents to discuss child’s progress and daily activities, fostering strong school-home connections.
• Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
• Communicated regularly with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
• Conducted personalized lessons for students needing focused guidance.
• Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
• Observed student performance and analyzed individual records to assess progress.
• Provided one-on-one help to struggling students during study hall sessions.

My job as a Youth Treatment specialist included Addressed and de-escalated aggressive behaviors among youth clients.. implementing treatment plans, helping supervise family visits, taking on outings, monitoring during the night, cooking meals for the children, and implementing a strict routine. I have also taken many training courses for aggression and behavior, along with how to restrain in dangerous situations.

• Monitored daily activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and behavioral expectations.
• My job as a Youth Treatment specialist included dealing with aggressive behaviors.
• Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution to maintain a safe environment.
• Developed educational workshops to enhance life skills among program participants.
• Improved communication among treatment team members through regular updates and documentation of client progress.
• Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through consistent support, guidance, and encouragement.
• Provided crisis intervention services as needed, ensuring the safety and well-being of all clients under care.

• Collected blood samples from patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and effective techniques.
• Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis following established protocols.
• Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing data integrity in electronic systems.
• Ensured compliance with safety and infection control standards during procedures.
• Educated patients on blood draw process, reducing anxiety and improving cooperation during procedures.
• Obtained a variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
• Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
• Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
• Maintained accurate records of all collections performed utilizing computer systems or paper documentation forms.

• Maintained lawns through regular mowing, edging, and trimming, ensuring healthy and visually appealing outdoor spaces.
• Mowed lawns using walk-behind mowers, riding mowers and edgers.
• Operated landscaping equipment to improve outdoor aesthetics and promote plant health.
• Ensured proper care of plants through watering, fertilizing, and weeding practices.
• Cleared gardens of weeds to promote plant health and enhance overall landscape appearance.
• Trimmed trees and shrubs around the property to maintain a neat appearance.
• Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.

• Maintained landscape areas through routine pruning and planting activities.
• Assisted with installation of irrigation systems to ensure efficient water distribution for plant health.
• Monitored plant health and identified issues, facilitating timely interventions to maintain landscape quality.
• Operated a variety of hand tools, power equipment, and trucks for landscaping projects.
• Moved soil, dug holes and planted trees, shrubs and flowers.
• Installed rocks, mulch beds and other decorative elements to enhance the look of landscapes.
• Removed weeds from flowerbeds and applied fertilizer to gardens.
• Assisted in planting trees and shrubs according to landscape design plans.
• Cultivated soil before planting trees or flowers, promoting optimal growing conditions for successful establishment.
• Edged lawns and flowerbeds using gas-powered and rotary edging tools.
• Planted flowers, bushes, shrubs, trees, and grass.

I am currently finishing my final two classes in order to get my Associates degree, majoring in Criminal Justice. I will be finishing Sociology class in October and then finishing my Constitutional Law class in December.

During EMT school, I was able to renew my CPR and BLS certifications and practice safety in many emergency situations. I was also able to learn how to perform life saving medical procedures and I am training in using an AED.