Janelle Morene Sadicon
Waipahu,HI
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Tripler Army Medical Center, excelling in patient monitoring and effective communication. Proven ability to deliver quality care and support during critical situations, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Bilingual in English and Tagalog, adept at fostering strong relationships with patients and healthcare teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Tripler Army Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
CNA
Oahu Community Correctional Center
Honolulu, HI
- Current
- Conducted routine checks on patients' vitals
- Assisting the physician during examinations.
- Instructing patients about medication and special diets
- Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens.
- Wound care and changing dressings.
- Preparing and administering medications, including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections-including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider.
- Pulling and filling medical information.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing through patient records and updating the healthcare team on patient status.
- Taking vitals, height, weight, eye test, and medical history through admission/intake.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patient's health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
EKG volunteer
Hawaii Medical Training Center
Honolulu, HI
- Current
- Gain an understanding on how to connect electrodes to leads from the EKG machine.
CNA
Palolo Chinese Home
Honolulu, HI
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Assisted patients ADLs and promoted healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patients routine turning, vitals, monitoring, feeding, and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing through patient records and updating the healthcare team on patient status.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Taking patients accurate vitals and documented height and weight.
Phlebotomy Intern
Hawaii Medical Training Center
Honolulu, HI
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Obtained a variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringe, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
- Labeled blood vitals with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
Waitress
Anna Miller's
'Aiea, HI
07.2017 - 03.2019
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, drinks and dessert to increase profits.
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay-up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
- Hand food safety and kept specs clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Welcomed guests with a personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Developed strong and lasting resident relationships.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
- Hand special customer requests for separate checks and menu substitutions.
Hostess
Anna Miller's
'Aiea, HI
07.2017 - 03.2019
- Greeted customers and gathered information to set groups or places on the waitlist.
- Supported serving staff, food runners and bussers to keep the dining room presentable and ready for guest.
- Monitored dining area to assess server capacity and estimate wait times.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Schedules reservations and notified servers and managers to large parties to prepare seating in advance.
- Helped restaurant staff set up small and large events to coordinate smooth execution.
- Communicated with servers about new tables, changes in food availability and customer comments.
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain services levels and support guest needs.
- Engaged pleasantly with patrons and delivered information on beverage specials to encourage positive dining experience.
Cashier
Anna Miller's Restaurant
'Aiea, HI
07.2017 - 03.2019
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Volunteer
FAMES Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
12.2016 - 02.2017
- Company Overview: non-profit organization
- Engage with others successfully using strong communication and social skills.
- Connected with people needing help and coordinated referrals for available services.
- Non-profit organization
Education
Nursing and Liberal Arts Associates -
Kapiolani Community College/ University of Hawaii Community College
Honolulu, HI05.2025
Liberal Arts And Sciences
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI05-2025
High School Diploma -
Waipahu High School
Waipahu, HI05.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Health Care School of Hawaii
'Aiea, HIPhlebotomy -
Hawaii Medical Training Center
Honolulu, HIAssociate in Business -
Argosy University- Hawaii
Honolulu, HISkills
- Behavioral Health
- Infection control procedure
- Patient care
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Quality assurance controls
- Understood mobility assistance needs
- Bilingual in English and Tagalog
- Home health
- Restaurant experience
- Medical records
- Heavy lifting/ Body mechanics
- Vital signs
- Phlebotomy/ Venipuncture
- Developmental disabilities experience
- Acute care
- Critical care experience
- Patient monitoring
- Suicide/Safety watch
- Hospice care
- Hospitality
- Customer services
- Care plans
- Wound care
- Medical documentation
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- ADL support
- Qualified in patient transport
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Physical therapy support
- Patient hygiene management
- Adaptable
- Emergency response
- Catheter care
- Basic nursing care
- Health monitoring
- Patient positioning
- Vitals documentation
- Blood glucose testing
- Medical equipment operation
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Restocking supplies
- Oxygen therapy
- Bed preparation
- Information protection
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient assistance
- Healthy meal preparation
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Active listening
- Emotional support
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Tripler Army Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Phlebotomy Intern
Hawaii Medical Training Center
06.2021 - 07.2021
CNA
Palolo Chinese Home
01.2018 - 01.2022
Waitress
Anna Miller's
07.2017 - 03.2019
Hostess
Anna Miller's
07.2017 - 03.2019
Cashier
Anna Miller's Restaurant
07.2017 - 03.2019
Volunteer
FAMES Hawaii
12.2016 - 02.2017
CNA
Oahu Community Correctional Center
- Current
EKG volunteer
Hawaii Medical Training Center
- Current
Nursing and Liberal Arts Associates -
Kapiolani Community College/ University of Hawaii Community College
Liberal Arts And Sciences
Leeward Community College
High School Diploma -
Waipahu High School
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Health Care School of Hawaii
Phlebotomy -
Hawaii Medical Training Center
Associate in Business -
Argosy University- Hawaii