Blessing Hunsu, PharmD
Frisco,TX
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented pharmacist with a strong background in both community and hospital settings. Skilled in providing exceptional patient care by combining empathy with evidence-based practice. Expertise in collaborating with hospitalists to establish drug use guidelines, evaluating new medications, and closely monitoring medication therapy. Excellent communication skills, professional attitude, and meticulous attention to detail. Committed to enhancing patient safety and education. Consistently demonstrated ability to excel in fast-paced environments by working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Pharmacist, Part-time
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and pharmacy services provided.
- Managed pharmacy staff scheduling, training, and development, fostering a cohesive and high-performing team environment.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local laws pertaining to pharmacy practice as well as company policies and procedures.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to resolve billing disputes, ensuring timely reimbursement for pharmacy services rendered.
Staff Pharmacist, Overnight/Evenings, Full-time
Cayuga Medical Center
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained strict compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to hospital pharmacy practice.
- Implemented various medication therapy management services, such as drug therapy monitoring, pharmacokinetic dosing, and therapeutic drug monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care plans, resulting in improved therapeutic outcomes.
- Participated in medication utilization evaluations to identify areas for potential improvement in prescribing practices among clinicians.
Staff Pharmacist, Full time
Rite Aid Pharmacy
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local laws pertaining to pharmacy practice as well as company policies and procedures.
- Administered immunizations and met with patients for medication consultations, effectively improving awareness of pharmacy's health services.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage, side effects, and potential interactions, promoting safety and adherence.
- Managed pharmacy staff scheduling, training, and development, fostering a cohesive and high-performing team environment.
Pharmacy Intern/Graduate Intern
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed duties as assigned under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
- Assisted with immunization administration, promoting overall community health and increasing vaccination rates within the pharmacy''s clientele.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience with excellent customer service skills while assisting at the pharmacy counter.
Pharmacy Technician
Costco Wholesale Pharmacy
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Binghamton University School of Pharmacy
Binghamton, NY05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY06-2018
Skills
- Drug utilization review
- Pharmacokinetics Analysis
- Pharmacy Automation Systems
- IV Admixtures
- Medication Therapy Management
- Skilled in clinical interventions
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
A retrospective analysis to understand the predictability of animal PK studies for antibody biotherapeutics.
Nathan Tumey, PhD, Adedeji A, Green S, Hunsu B, Leni A, Oct 2020, Binghamton University SOPPS Capstone Research Poster.
Monocarboxylate Transporter 6 (MCT6) as a Determinant of Cisplatin Ototoxicity.
Marilyn Morris, PhD, Hunsu B, July 2018, University at Buffalo Summer Research Poster.
Development and Validation of a GC-MS Method for the Analysis of Isoflurane in Intralipid.
Hilliard Kutscher, PhD, Hunsu B, Aug 2017, University at Buffalo Summer Research Poster.
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS). 02/2023
- ACLS/PALS For Health Care Providers 08/2023
- CITI for Biomedical Researchers 04/2021
- New York State (NYS) Pharmacist License (069917) 11/2022
- Texas State Pharmacist License (73909). 04/2024
AWARDS
SOPPS Leaders in the Pharmacy Award 06/2022
Phi Lambda Sigma Pharmacy Leadership Society 04/2020
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member, Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Society, 2020
Member, National Pharmaceutical Association, 2022
Member, American Pharmacist Association, 2020
REFERENCES
Available upon request
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist, Part-time
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2024 - 09.2024
Staff Pharmacist, Overnight/Evenings, Full-time
Cayuga Medical Center
06.2023 - 06.2024
Staff Pharmacist, Full time
Rite Aid Pharmacy
11.2022 - 05.2023
Pharmacy Intern/Graduate Intern
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2021 - 11.2022
Pharmacy Technician
Costco Wholesale Pharmacy
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS). 02/2023
- ACLS/PALS For Health Care Providers 08/2023
- CITI for Biomedical Researchers 04/2021
- New York State (NYS) Pharmacist License (069917) 11/2022
- Texas State Pharmacist License (73909). 04/2024
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Binghamton University School of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
SUNY At Buffalo
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