Erica Denise VanHyfte
Pharmacist
Fairmount,IN
Summary
Qualified professional, residency-trained, and board-certified pharmacist. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Seeking full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Skills
Medication Safety Oriented
Clinical documentation
Excellent Communication
Strong Problem-Solving Skills
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Teamwork and Collaboration
Antimicrobial Stewardship
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Work History
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo
06.2019 - Current
- Full time - 40 hours per week
- Developed guidelines for the provision of clinical pharmacy services.
- Stayed abreast of current trends in clinical pharmacy practice through continuous professional development activities such as attending conferences and completing CE to maintain board certification.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by identifying areas for potential enhancement in clinical pharmacy practice and recommending appropriate solutions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes through evidence-based pharmacotherapy recommendations.
- Developed educational competencies for training pharmacy staff on clinical initiatives.
- Mentored PharmD candidates and students, fostering professional growth and development through precepting activities.
- Partnered with physicians and other members of healthcare team to optimize patient care through effective use of medications.
- Served as a subject matter expert on various Pharmacy and Therapeutics committees, providing valuable input on drug-related decisions within the organization.
- Led initiatives to improve antimicrobial stewardship by monitoring antibiotic usage patterns and recommending targeted interventions for optimal treatment outcomes, while working closely with the Infectious Disease Service to help guide provider prescribing patterns.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical pharmacy services to ensure adherence to established policies, procedures, and best practices within the profession.
- Educated patients on proper medication use, side effects, and lifestyle modifications to support their health goals.
- Optimized patient therapy outcomes by providing expert consultation services on complex drug therapies across various medical specialties.
- Streamlined pharmacy processes for improved efficiency by reviewing prescriptions and identifying potential drug interactions.
Medication Safety Pharmacist / Clinical Specialist
Lutheran Health Network
06.2016 - 05.2019
- Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Participated in quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing medication safety within the organization, reducing adverse drug events among patients.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of therapeutic protocols for various disease states, ensuring standardized medication therapy approaches across the organization.
- Developed clinical guidelines for the safe and effective use of high-risk medications in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- Crafted and implemented performance improvement activities to enhance medication safety in the medication use process.
- Enhanced medication safety by tracking medication events through the event reporting system (ERS) and reporting data to multidisciplinary groups of healthcare providers.
- Mentored pharmacy residents and students, fostering professional growth and development through precepting activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes through evidence-based pharmacotherapy recommendations.
- Led interdisciplinary orientation classes for Pharmacy Services.
PGY1 Pharmacy Practice
Lutheran Health Network
06.2015 - 06.2016
- ASHP Accredited Postgraduate Residency Program
- Participated in hospital committees to advocate for pharmacist involvement in multidisciplinary decision-making processes.
- Optimized medication safety by providing thorough drug information to healthcare providers and patients.
- Assisted in refining pharmacotherapy protocols to align with evidence-based practices and guidelines.
- Contributed to formulary management, ensuring cost-effective utilization of medications within the institution.
- Presented findings at regional conferences, fostering a culture of shared learning among peers in the field.
PRN Staff Pharmacist
Ascension St. Vincent Williamsport Hospital
06.2015 - 06.2020
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized medication plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Lead Pharmacy Technician and Buyer
Ascension St. Vincent Williamsport Hospital
08.2003 - 06.2015
- Supervised three pharmacy technicians and coordinated day-to-day assignments.
- Helped maintain a clean and organized workspace for optimal efficiency during high-volume periods.
- Optimized inventory management, regularly reviewing stock levels and placing timely orders to prevent shortages or overstocking issues.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Education
PharmD - Pharmacy
Purdue University, College of Pharmacy
West Lafayette, IN 2011.06 - 2015.05
Certification
License
- Indiana Pharmacist License #26026057A
- Florida Pharmacist License #PS62111
Certification
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist #3157269 Board of Pharmacy Specialties
- Medication Safety Boot Camp Certificate; Midwest Medication Safety Symposium
- Indiana Pharmacy Teaching Certificate (IPTeC)
- APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certificate Training Program
Publication
Krause JE, VanHyfte ED, Wulf JN, Hazbun TR. Home Urine Pregnancy Tests: Application of Immunology to Patient Care. Indiana Pharmacists Alliance CE Portal – Home Study. http://www.indianapharmacists.org/. December 2015
Affiliations
- MAD-ID Member; 2019 - 2021
- Medication Safety Officers Society at ISMP; 2017 - 2019
- American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists; 2015 - 2016
- American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy; 2015 - 2016
- Indiana Pharmacist Alliance; 2012 - 2015
References
Available upon Request
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