Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Gurinder Kaur

Lombard,IL

Summary

Licensed Pharmacist with 21+ years of experience in Clinical, Retail, and Specialty Pharmacy Practice. Expertise in medication therapy management, specialty pharmaceuticals, patient education, prior authorization support, and Interdisciplinary care coordination. Proven ability to optimize therapeutic outcomes, improve medication adherence, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering high quality patient care. Skilled in managing complex disease states, collaborating with healthcare providers, and utilizing evidence based practices to enhance Clinical and operational efficiency.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacist

Walgreens
Sycamore, Illinois
08.2025 - Current
  • Verified prescription accuracy and appropriateness, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations to enhance patient safety.
  • Provided medication counseling and clinical support to diverse patient populations, improving adherence and health outcomes.
  • Identified and resolved medication-related problems in collaboration with healthcare providers, optimizing patient treatment plans.
  • Administered immunizations and promoted preventive healthcare services.
  • Supervised Pharmacy technicians and contributed to workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Pharmacy Manager

CVS Pharmacy
Downers Grove, Illinois
05.2005 - 08.2025
  • Managed daily pharmacy operations and ensured compliance with regulations.
  • Supervised pharmacy staff and coordinated employee schedules to ensure optimal coverage and service delivery.
  • Oversaw medication dispensing processes for accuracy and safety.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Provided guidance on drug interactions, side effects, dosage information.
  • Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols, enhancing overall compliance.
  • Coordinated Immunization services, MTM Programs, Controlled substance management audits.

Clinical Pharmacist

Option Care
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Reviewed and verified specialty and infusion therapy prescriptions, ensuring dosing accuracy, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans based on individual health needs and therapy goals.
  • Monitored patients receiving complex therapies and recommended medication adjustments based on laboratory values, clinical response and evidence -based protocols.
  • Educated caregivers on administration techniques for injectable and infusion medications, enhancing patient adherence and safety.
  • Conducted comprehensive medication assessments and provided patient counseling on specialty medications, administration techniques, adverse effects and adherence strategies.

Clinical Pharmacist

Cardinal Health
Chicago, Illinois
04.2020 - 03.2021

Managed a diverse Specialty Pharmacy patient population across multiple chronic and complex disease states.

  • Identified and resolved medication-related issues, enhancing patient safety and therapeutic outcomes.
  • Reviewed laboratory results and clinical data to assess treatment efficacy and recommend therapy modifications based on findings.
  • Conducted comprehensive medication therapy services and developed individualized care plans to optimize therapeutic outcomes.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lexington
Elmhurst, Illinois
08.1998 - 07.2005
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders, ensuring patient adherence to care plans.
  • Executed wound care procedures, including dressing changes and catheter maintenance, to promote patient healing and comfort.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care strategies, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems while maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL
05-2005

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Triton College
River Grove, IL
06-1998

Skills

  • Specialty Pharmacy Management
  • Medication Therapy Management
  • Comprehensive Medication Reviews
  • Patient Counseling and Education
  • Disease State Management
  • Infusion Therapy Support
  • Immunization Services
  • Pharmacokinetics and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
  • Adherence Management
  • Care Coordination
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Certification

  • -Licensed Pharmacist in State of Illinois and Michigan
    -Immunization Certification
    -Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Technical Skills
    Epic
    Cerner
    Meditech
    Prodigy
    Specialty Pharmacy Management Platforms

Timeline

Pharmacist

Walgreens
08.2025 - Current

Clinical Pharmacist

Option Care
09.2023 - 04.2024

Clinical Pharmacist

Cardinal Health
04.2020 - 03.2021

Pharmacy Manager

CVS Pharmacy
05.2005 - 08.2025

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lexington
08.1998 - 07.2005

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Midwestern University

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Triton College
Gurinder Kaur