Cristina Drake
Medford Lakes
Summary
With a proven track record at multiple hospitals, I excel in clinical and analytical thinking, enhancing provider relations and patient care. Recognized for surpassing patient outcomes, my leadership and organizational skills drive operational excellence and quality assurance, positioning me as a dynamic force in the pharmaceutical field.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Educate nursing staff and residents on drug use, benefits, dosage and risks.
- Work with providers to discuss alternative treatment options with respect to hospital formulary
- Maintain access to medical providers within the institution
- Ensure proper disposal of hazardous and pharmaceutical products with respect to OSHA, ISMP, and JCAHO standards
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with Pyxis machines and other equipment.
Staff Pharmacist
Virtua Voorhees Hospital
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Established and maintained relationships with providers while providing pharmacologic recommendations.
- Streamlined novel ways of pulling data from patient charts to create individualized outcomes.
- Reported potential and actual adverse drug events to respected parties
- Maintained state and federal records of legendary drugs and controlled substances.
- Provided education to nursing regarding administration of medications.
- Assessed appropriateness of clinical trial medication orders
- Established self as a "valued contributor" by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.
Overnight Pharmacist
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Created strong and trusted relationships with Nocturinists regarding therapeutic policies
- Performed technical processes required to dispense medications to patients.
- Trained new staff and updated training documents to meet regulations and standards.
- Remained current with scientific literature and bibliographic sources.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
Clinical Pharmacist
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
02.2019 - 01.2022
- Engaged with the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the I.C.U. during rounds and established trust and reliability.
- Attended and critiqued student presentations regarding new medications and protocols.
- Participated in daily huddles and provided guidance on any daily issues in the I.C.U.
- Served as internal technical support for pharmacy staff as an E.P.I.C. "Superuser."
- Analyzed trends in medication use and made recommendations for policy updates.
- Solved treatment conflicts and addressed issues, where appropriate
- Educated and monitored patients at the anticoagulation clinic regarding compliance, diet, and lifestyle habits
Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aid Pharmacy
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Surpassed immunization goals, leading to pharmacy ranking #3 in a district of 30 pharmacies.
- Provided community outreach and established immunization clinics with local businesses.
- Initiated long-lasting relationships with local providers.
- Served as a preceptor for pharmacy students and interns.
- Collaborated with co-managers to maintain daily operations.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Resolved issues with customers and patients, ensuring the best outcomes for all parties involved.
Staff Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Optimized reimbursement profits by providing vaccinations and patient counseling opportunities
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Pharmacy
Florham Park, NJ05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Camden, NJ01.2014
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Clinical and Technical Support
- Compliance Monitoring
- Customer Communication
- Medical Terminology
- Microsoft Teams
- Organizational Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Pharmacology
- Problem-solving abilities
- Provider relations
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control
- Resource Allocation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Virtua Voorhees Hospital
08.2022 - 09.2024
Overnight Pharmacist
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
10.2021 - 08.2023
Clinical Pharmacist
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
02.2019 - 01.2022
Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aid Pharmacy
02.2019 - 10.2021
Staff Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
07.2018 - 02.2019
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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