Ann-Desdemonia Fowajuh
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Highly experienced and dedicated clinical pharmacist with a proven track record of safely providing patient-centered care in various hospital settings and managing technician workflow efficiently to ensure compliance and productivity. Seasoned Clinical Pharmacist adept at providing evidence-based recommendations to physicians. Proficient in reporting, documentation and compliance guidelines. Focused on maintaining current knowledge of therapeutic options. Experienced in completing clinical reviews, counseling patients and supporting physicians with information about appropriate dosages and protocols. Well-versed in medication contraindications, interactions and side effects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Christus Health
07.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: 150 Bed Hospital
- Process and verify medication orders for adult population in various departments, including ER, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, Free Standing ED, and Remote Locations
- Review, manage, and document anticoagulation reports daily, ensuring optimal patient care
- Manage and monitor clinical interventions such as vancomycin dosing, aminoglycosides, warfarin, renal adjustments, iv to po switches, and therapeutic interchanges
- Verify controlled substances delivered to each unit, ensuring compliance and documentation of medication overrides
- Perform 24-hour pharmacy revenue reports and pharmacist performance order entry for multiple Christus Health branches
- Provide medication recommendations to healthcare providers and manage pharmacy workflow effectively
- Attend meetings and collaborate on pharmacy projects, contributing to process improvement initiatives
- 150 Bed Hospital
- Implemented cost-saving measures through formulary management and utilization review, ensuring efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Analyzed trends in medication use and made recommendations for policy updates.
- Trained pharmacy residents and interns on clinical care and medication dispensing.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Assisted with the development of institution-specific order sets to standardize prescribing practices throughout the hospital system.
- Participated in continuous professional development activities to stay current on evolving trends within clinical pharmacy practice.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical pharmacy services within the organization.
- Streamlined medication reconciliation process, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Contributed to antimicrobial stewardship efforts by monitoring antibiotic usage patterns and making recommendations for targeted improvements.
- Mentored pharmacy students and residents, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
- Served as a drug information resource for healthcare professionals, improving prescribing practices across the institution.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing medication therapy management and comprehensive pharmaceutical care to diverse patient populations.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.
- Evaluated medication regimens for complex patients, identifying potential drug interactions and devising alternative treatment strategies when necessary.
- Advised physicians on how to properly dose medications.
- Educated patients on proper medication use and adherence, leading to improved health outcomes and decreased hospital readmissions.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, facilitating communication and collaboration for better patient care coordination.
- Played an integral role in emergency response situations, providing expert guidance on appropriate drug therapy interventions during critical moments of patient care.
- Enhanced clinical pharmacy services through the development and implementation of evidence-based protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
- Counseled patients regarding proper intake of medications.
- Closely monitored department performance metrics.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
- Managed drug and supply inventories.
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
- Educated patients on proper medication use.
- Hand counted controlled medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
- Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
- Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
- Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
- Administered immunizations and met with patients for medication consultations, effectively improving awareness of pharmacy's health services.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients.
- Completed accurate cycle counts, inventory management and will-calls for customers.
- Reconstituted oral liquids.
- Performed technical processes required to dispense medications to patients.
- Monitored medication dispensing machines within hospital pharmacy to make supplies readily available to clinical staff.
- Led integration of new drug interaction software, enhancing patient care quality.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations, leading team to adopt electronic prescription systems.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting detailed medication therapy management reviews.
- Facilitated supportive pharmacy environment, mentoring junior pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
- Boosted adherence rates with personalized patient counseling sessions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing comprehensive discharge counseling and follow-up care.
- Developed and implemented health promotion programs, focusing on disease prevention.
- Reduced medication errors, implementing double-check system for all prescriptions dispensed.
- Improved pharmacy workflow, introducing efficient medication storage solutions.
- Achieved significant cost savings by optimizing inventory management practices.
- Strengthened community health awareness by organizing educational seminars on medication management.
- Increased patient satisfaction by ensuring timely preparation and delivery of medications.
- Enhanced drug safety by participating in pharmaceutical research and staying informed about drug recalls and safety alerts.
- Contributed to healthcare team decisions by providing expert pharmaceutical advice.
- Improved team efficiency by providing ongoing education on latest pharmaceutical guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to tailor medication plans for complex cases.
- Optimized therapeutic outcomes by reviewing and adjusting medication regimens based on patient feedback and clinical indicators.
- Played key role in pharmacy's accreditation process, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Supported patient health outcomes by conducting immunization clinics.
- Strengthened patient-pharmacist relationships through empathetic and clear communication.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Clinical Pharmacist
Methodist Health
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: 1000 Bed Hospital
- 1000 Bed Hospital
Director of Pharmacy
ContinueCare Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Company Overview: 25 Bed Hospital
- Efficiently organized and managed Pharmacy Department processes in compliance with hospital policies and federal/state legal requirements
- Implemented cost-effective medication therapies, ensuring safe and appropriate usage for patients
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures promoting cost-effective, safe medication use
- 25 Bed Hospital
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Medical Center Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Company Overview: 402 Bed Hospital
- 402 Bed Hospital
Education
PharmD -
Skills
- Leadership and Pharmacy Management
- Clinical Pharmacy and Patient Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation
- Strategic Planning and Quality Improvement
- Medication Therapy Management
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Staff Supervision and Leadership
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Care Optimization
- Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring
- Drug utilization review
- Healthcare Policy Awareness
- Pharmacy operations management
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Medication Safety Advocacy
- Pharmacotherapy Knowledge
- Inventory Management
- Patient Counseling
- Team Development
- Patient education and counseling
- Sterile Product Preparation
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Treatment monitoring
- Clinical consultations
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Drug preparation
- Clinical Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Drug Inventory Management
- MEDITECH Software
Degrees
- MS
- PharmD
Awards
Departmental Employee of the Month, ContinueCare Hospital, Received recognition for outstanding dedication to service and patient care.
Performancehighlights
Ann is an integral part our team and she works well with others to accomplish the vision for the department, Emmanuel Aniemeke, Director of Pharmacy, Christus Health
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Christus Health
07.2022 - Current
Clinical Pharmacist
Methodist Health
11.2020 - 04.2022
Director of Pharmacy
ContinueCare Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2020
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Medical Center Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2020
PharmD -
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