Haley Ervin Shepherd
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Experienced Director of Pharmacy with a strong clinical background and a passion for patient care. Seeking a challenging new role where to leverage clinical expertise, leadership experience, communication skills, and pharmaceutical knowledge to build strong relationships with the healthcare team and support the advancement of pharmacy practice and patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Pharmacy
Select Specialty Hospital
North Knoxville, Powell, TN
05.2020 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing, compounding, distribution, and clinical services
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement evidence-based protocols and guidelines for medication management
- Lead and mentor pharmacy staff, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and professional development
- Manage pharmacy budget, including monitoring expenses, optimizing inventory management, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and quality assurance metrics
- Lead quarterly pharmacy and therapeutics committee meetings
- Participate on the corporate national formulary committee
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes
- Provide direct patient care by conducting comprehensive medication reviews, medication reconciliation, and therapeutic drug monitoring.
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Tennova Healthcare Harton
Tullahoma, Tennessee
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Provided direct patient care by conducting comprehensive medication reviews, medication reconciliation, and therapeutic drug monitoring
- Implemented clinical protocols and guidelines to standardize pharmacy practice and improve patient care outcomes
- Led medication safety initiatives, including medication error reporting and analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
- Increased patient satisfaction with personalized medication counseling, addressing concerns and promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by identifying areas for potential enhancement in clinical pharmacy practice and recommending appropriate solutions.
- Facilitated effective communication between physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers regarding complex pharmaceutical care issues.
- Participated in quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing medication safety within the organization, reducing adverse drug events among patients.
- Served as a subject matter expert on various Pharmacy and Therapeutics committees, providing valuable input on drug-related decisions within the organization.
- Led initiatives to improve antimicrobial stewardship by monitoring antibiotic usage patterns and recommending targeted interventions for optimal treatment outcomes.
Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Increased patient satisfaction with personalized medication counseling, addressing concerns and promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Educated patients on proper medication use, side effects, and lifestyle modifications to support their health goals.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.
- Advised physicians on how to properly dose medications.
Education
Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center -
PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency
Tuscaloosa, AL07.2017
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Mercer University College of Pharmacy
Atlanta, GA05.2016
Biochemistry
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05.2012
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Drug Inventory Management
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Patient Safety
- Patient Education
- Medication Therapy Management
- Medication Reconciliation
- Formulary management
- Pharmacy management
Accomplishments
- Tennessee Pharmacy License- 41757
Certification
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist
- Society of Infectious Disease Pharmacist Antimicrobial Stewardship Certificate
- American Pharmacist Association Medication Therapy Management Certification
- Immunization Delivery Certification American Pharmacist Association
References
References
Available upon request
Interests
I enjoy spending time with family and friends, especially if involves getting outside.
Timeline
Director of Pharmacy
Select Specialty Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Tennova Healthcare Harton
08.2017 - 05.2020
Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2017 - 07.2017
Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center -
PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Mercer University College of Pharmacy
Biochemistry
Tennessee Technological University