Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Additional Information
Software
Certification
IPPE Rotations
APPE Rotations
Timeline
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Brehanna Edwards

Doctorate Of Pharmacy
Hendersonville,Tennessee

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Doctor of Pharmacy candidate, 2024 with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Registered Nurse, ICU

Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
Nashville, TN
08.2018 - Current
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.


Registered Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Franklin, TN
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.


Registered Nurse

Azalea Trace Assisted Living
Nashville, TN
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Assisted staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.


Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Ascension Saint Thomas West
Nashville, TN
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Collaborated with five-person health care team to revise and develop treatment plans for seven patients simultaneously.


Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk Assistant

Saint Joseph Candler Hospital
Savannah, GA
01.2016 - 05.2017
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
  • Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
  • Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
  • Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
  • Responded to and resolved diverse patient issues with speedy and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.


Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
Savannah, GA
07.2014 - 08.2016
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs..
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Coordinated with physicians and insurance agency representatives for speedy resolution of prescription discrepancies.



Education

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Belmont University
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Armstrong State University
Savannah, GA
08.2014 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Bethune - Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL
08.2009 - 05.2014

Skills

Patient and family advocacy

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Affiliations

American Pharmacist Association

American Society of Health-System Pharmacists

Belmont Student Pharmacists Alliance

Student National Pharmaceutical Association

Belmont College of Pharmacy Class of 2024



Additional Information

Service Activities

  • Breast Cancer Awareness Event
  • Belmont University Vaccination Clinic
  • Disease Prevention Passport Immunization Awareness
  • Street Works Needle Exchange
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Mt Nebo Missionary Baptists Dance Ministry
  • Mount Nebo Missionary Baptist Health Committee
  • Back to School Drive
  • Room in the Inn
  • Neighborhood Cleanup
  • Neighborhood Baby Shower

Software

Cerner

Medi-Tech

MobiLab

Frameworks

DocuTrack

Certification

BLS-Basic Life Support

IPPE Rotations

  

Saint Thomas West Hospital   

June 14- June 25, 2021

4320 West Harding Pike 

Nashville, TN 37205

Preceptor: Dr. Margaret Judkins 

Email: mjudkins@ascension.org

Roman Pharmacy     

July 12- July 23, 2021

250 Long Hollow Pike 

Goodlettsville, TN 37072

Preceptor: Dr. Doug Evans

Email: communitydrug@bellsouth.net 

Rx Partners  

January 2022-April 2022 

1911 Church Street 

Nashville, TN 37203

Preceptor: Dr. Jocelyn Shrum

Email: jshrum@rxpartnersmgt.com

CVS Pharmacy 07626 

August 2022-November 2023

4709 Nolensville Rd

Nashville, TN 37211

Preceptor: Dr. Samy Said

Email: ssaid6438@yahoo.com

APPE Rotations

  

UnitedRx      

May 01, 2023-May 31, 2023

553 E Bledsoe St

Gallatin, TN 37066

Preceptor: Dr. Jacqueline Diaz

Email: jdiaz@unitedrx.net

Romans Pharmacy       

June 01, 2023-June 30, 2023 

250 Long Hollow Pike 

Goodlettsville, TN 37072

Preceptor: Dr. John Evans 

Email: communitydrug@bellsouth.net

Ascension St Thomas Hospital West       

 July 01, 2023-July 31, 2023 

4220 Harding Road

Nashville, TN 37205

Preceptor: Dr. Fernando Diggs 

Email: Fernando.diggs@belmont.edu

Ascension St Thomas St Louise Family Medicine Center  

August 01, 2023-August 31, 2023 

1020 North Highland Avenue

Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Preceptor: Dr. Jonathan Hughes

Email: jonathan.hughes@ascension.org

Ascension St Thomas Rutherford  

September 01, 2023-September 29, 2023 

1700 Medical Center Pkwy

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Preceptor: Dr. Wade Dickerson

Email: wade.dickerson@ascension.org

Ascension St Thomas Rutherford   

October 01, 2023-October 31, 2023 

1700 Medical Center Pkwy

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Preceptor: Dr. Melissa Ragheb

Email: melissa.ragheb@ascension.org

Ascension St Thomas Rutherford   

November 01, 2023-November 30, 2023 

1700 Medical Center Pkwy

Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Preceptor: Dr. James Carroll

Email: james.carroll1@ascension.org

Ascension St Thomas Midtown    

December 01, 2023-December 29, 2023 

2000 Church Street

Nashville, TN 37203

Preceptor: Dr. Adedayo Onafowokan

Email: adedayo.onafowokan@ascension.org

Riverside Village Pharmacy   

January 01, 2024-January 31, 2024 

1406A McGavock Pike

Nashville, TN 37216

Preceptor: Dr. Traci Poole

Email: traci.poole@belmont.edu

Vanderbilt University Medical Center   

March 01, 2024-March 29, 2024 

1211 Medical Center Drive 

Nashville, TN 37232

Preceptor: Dr. Kristy Wahaib

Email: kristy.wahaib@belmont.edu

Timeline

Certified Immunization administration, Belmont College of Pharmacy - 2021

05-2021

HIPAA Training - Continuous Education Credit

02-2021

OSHA Training - Continuous Education Credit

02-2021

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Belmont University
08.2020 - 05.2024

Registered Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2020 - 08.2021

Registered Nurse

Azalea Trace Assisted Living
02.2019 - 08.2019

Registered Nurse, ICU

Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
08.2018 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Ascension Saint Thomas West
07.2017 - 08.2018

BLS-Basic Life Support

07-2017

ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support

07-2017

Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk Assistant

Saint Joseph Candler Hospital
01.2016 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Armstrong State University
08.2014 - 05.2017

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
07.2014 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Bethune - Cookman University
08.2009 - 05.2014

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