Allen Nguyen
Certified Pharmacy Technician
River Ridge,LA
Summary
While attending Xavier University of Louisiana Pharmacy School I developed a solid foundation in pharmacology, medication safety protocols, and the ability to proficiently and efficiently read and interpret clinical studies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified IV Pharmacy Technician
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
- Trained new pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent quality of medications.
- Demonstrated expertise in specialty areas such as Oncology and Pediatrics when mixing IV and Oral medications for this group of patients.
- Assisted in the training of new pharmacy technicians, ensuring competency in all aspects of the role.
- Ensured medication safety through participation in quality assurance initiatives such as recall management and continuous process improvement efforts.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to strict sterile compounding procedures and following infection control protocols.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently verifying prescription information and dosage calculations.
Ambulatory Care
South Broad Community Health Center
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Triaged patients and recommended health advice to patient and practitioner
- Created presentations on specific drug devices and disease states
Hospital Pharmacy
SLVHCS VA Hospital New Orleans
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Learned proper management of prescription documentation and filling functions
- Monitored inventory levels and notified pharmacist of items requiring reorder
- Assisted in maintaining pharmacy inventory and record-keeping in accordance with state and federal law
Acute Care Internal Medicine
Terrebonne General Medical Center
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Supported medical staff in diagnosing and treating clients
- Communicated with pathology and laboratory staff, physicians and nurses to convey optimal treatments
- Met with nursing team members and assessed patient medical records, making appropriate changes to respiratory care and therapy to enhance outcomes
Community Pharmacy Practice
Rose's Pharmacy
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms
- Communicated potential issues and reactions to specific medications for patients ranging from children and teenagers to adults and geriatrics
- Responded to questions and discussed side-effects of specific brand-name and generic pharmaceuticals
COVID-19 Vaccinator
LCMCHealth
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Worked along side other pharmacists with preparing COVID Vaccines
- Between 50-80 Vaccines per day
Community Pharmacy Practice
Wal-Mart Pharmacy
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Provided patient counseling
- Made recommendations for patients taking over-the-counter medication
- Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines
Specialty Community Pharmacy
Ochsner Health System
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Worked with other pharmacists in preparing vaccines for administration
Community Pharmacy Practice
Walgreens
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted patients with over-the-counter medication recommendations and responded to questions concerning drug interactions
- Administered wide range of immunizations
- Closely monitored department performance metrics
- Properly filled, dispensed, and checked average of 250 prescriptions per day under the supervision of my preceptor
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy
New Orleans, LA12.2021
Skills
- Sterile compounding
- Clean room procedures
Certification
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Sterile Compounding Certified - 2/26/2025
Pharmacy Technician for the month of February
Was awarded Pharmacy Technician of the Month for February. This entails being a consistent high performer, team player, and valued contributor.
Timeline
Certified IV Pharmacy Technician
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Ambulatory Care
South Broad Community Health Center
09.2021 - 10.2021
Hospital Pharmacy
SLVHCS VA Hospital New Orleans
07.2021 - 09.2021
Acute Care Internal Medicine
Terrebonne General Medical Center
06.2021 - 07.2021
Community Pharmacy Practice
Rose's Pharmacy
05.2021 - 06.2021
COVID-19 Vaccinator
LCMCHealth
03.2021 - 05.2021
Community Pharmacy Practice
Wal-Mart Pharmacy
03.2021 - 04.2021
Specialty Community Pharmacy
Ochsner Health System
02.2021 - 03.2021
Community Pharmacy Practice
Walgreens
11.2020 - 12.2020
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy
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