Experienced pharmacist with several years of working in diverse retail and hospital platforms. Skilled at analyzing doctor notes and prescriptions to ensure timely and effective processing of orders. Strongly committed to regulatory compliance and data accuracy.
Highly skilled pharmacist with deep knowledge in drug dispensing, counseling patients, and managing pharmacy operations. Strong skills include clear communication, precise attention to detail, and strong ethical standards. Demonstrated ability to improve patient safety and healthcare outcomes through effective medication management. Commitment to staying current on the latest advancements and regulations in the pharmaceutical industry.
Dedicated retail pharmacist skilled at assisting and instructing customers in proper use of medications used to treat acute and chronic medical problems. Excellent interpersonal, communication and training skills developed several years of progressive experience. Well-versed in federal standards and pharmacy regulations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Pharmacist In Charge
CVS Pharmacy
Jacksonville, FL
04.2025 - Current
Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
Collaborated with pharmacy technicians to accelerate urgent requests.
Addressed customer issues swiftly with professionalism.
Led team to achieve pharmacy goals.
Ensured adherence to state and federal drug regulations.
Implemented procedures to safeguard drugs from theft and loss.
Center of Excellence Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Jacksonville, FL
03.2025 - 04.2025
Developed recommendations to complete clinical services, addressing medication and immunization gaps.
Facilitated weekly communication with 150 patients through phone calls.
Engaged members through diverse clinical and non-clinical interventions to address health disparities.
District Support Pharmacist FT
CVS Pharmacy
Jacksonville, FL
08.2024 - 03.2025
Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
Increased focus on pharmacy's encompassing health services by administering immunizations and delivering patient consultations.
Analyzed prescribing trends to monitor compliance and prevent excessive usage.
Pharmacist In Charge (PIC)
CVS Pharmacy
Jacksonville, FL
01.2022 - 08.2024
Analyzed prescribing trends to monitor compliance and prevent excessive usage.
Monitored, evaluated, and updated medication inventory levels on a regular basis.
Secured drugs against theft, loss, or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
Enforced adherence to infection control protocols.
Counseled patients on preventive health measures such as diet modification, exercise programs, stress management techniques.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Oversaw the hiring and training of new pharmacy employees.
Assisted customers with insurance claims processing issues.
Worked closely with store manager to maintain day-to-day operations.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Jacksonville, FL
02.2020 - 12.2021
Ensured compliance with state laws, regulations and professional standards related to pharmacy practice.
Created new customer profiles and updated information in pharmacy computer systems.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Jacksonville, FL
10.2019 - 12.2021
Provided immunization services including flu shots, shingles vaccines, as allowed by state law.
Maintained confidential financial and patient information to reduce risk of data breaches.
Counseled patients on drug therapies to ensure proper intakes.
Prepared medications based on physician orders.
FT Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Jacksonville, FL
07.2019 - 10.2019
Delivered pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects.
Checked prescriptions for proper contents and labeling.
Administered flu immunizations to patients to prevent illness and promote well-being.
Recommended over-the-counter medications for patients after assessing symptoms.
Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
Night Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy Store 00255
Kempsville, VA
06.2015 - 06.2019
Provide great customer service and satisfy the customer’s health care needs in and out of the pharmacy area.
Openly communicate with customers and patients while protecting their confidential health and drug information.
Review prescription orders electronically entered by providers, interpreting and verifying medication orders electronically entered in the computerized patient record system.
Processing and filling medication orders for patients being discharged from hospitals, hospice patients, and 24-hour emergency medications for patients being transferred to nursing homes.
Provide counsel to customers having medical questions/interpreting medical history to give appropriate medical advice
Administered influenza, pneumonia, Tdap, and Zostavax vaccinations.
Calculated, weighed, measured, and mixed ingredients with expert precision.
Communicate with physicians, dentists, and nurses as necessary to clarify prescription orders with regard to critical drug interactions, duplicate drug therapy, inappropriate or confusing dosing, directions, or quantities.
Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
Staff Pharmacist
Banner Churchill Community Hospital
Fallon, NV
01.2014 - 04.2015
Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, offering pharmaceutical expertise to healthcare providers.
Assessed medication orders for appropriateness regarding dosing (i.e., Vancomycin dosing), route of administration, and frequency.
Assessed medication appropriateness using evidence-based guidelines along with patient specific factors such as age, weight, concurrent diagnosis.
Assured accuracy of medication orders completed by techs.
Managed medication therapy protocols for chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.
Maintained a current knowledge base of pharmaceuticals through continuing education activities and literature review.
Prepared intravenous admixtures and total parenteral nutrition (TPN), the following USP 795 guidelines.
Junior Pharmacist
Lowe’s Whole Sale Drug Agency Inc
Nassau, Bahamas
09.1999 - 07.2000
Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, pharmacy products were dispensed, compounded, stored, and distributed.
Consulted with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding medication side effects or proper use of their medications.
Recommended over-the-counter medications for patients after assessing symptoms.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Hampton University
Hampton, VA
01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry with concentration in Professional Chemistry/ Biochemistry
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
01.2002
Skills
Prescription verification
Drug interaction assessment
Team collaboration
Time management
Medication therapy management
Vaccination administration
Supervising technicians
Pharmaceutical calculations
Data entry
Therapeutic drug monitoring
Confidentiality and HIPAA
Disease state management
Medication storage
Clinical decision making
Patient education and counseling
Pharmacy operations management
Affiliations
American Pharmacists Association (APHA)
Professional Activities
Breast Cancer Awareness
March for Dimes
National Multiple Sclerosis
Zeta Phi B Sorority Inc Hampton Roads Chapter
Certification
Florida Board Of Pharmacy: PS59097
Virginia Board Of Pharmacy: 0202212049
Nevada Board Of Pharmacy: 18655
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interim Pharmacist In Charge
CVS Pharmacy
04.2025 - Current
Center of Excellence Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
03.2025 - 04.2025
District Support Pharmacist FT
CVS Pharmacy
08.2024 - 03.2025
Pharmacist In Charge (PIC)
CVS Pharmacy
01.2022 - 08.2024
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
02.2020 - 12.2021
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
10.2019 - 12.2021
FT Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
07.2019 - 10.2019
Night Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy Store 00255
06.2015 - 06.2019
Staff Pharmacist
Banner Churchill Community Hospital
01.2014 - 04.2015
Junior Pharmacist
Lowe’s Whole Sale Drug Agency Inc
09.1999 - 07.2000
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Hampton University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry with concentration in Professional Chemistry/ Biochemistry