Innocent Nyaoko
5214 Cool River Ct, Mansfield,Texas
Summary
Knowledgeable hospital pharmacist. Demonstrated expertise in medication management and patient counseling, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams and implement safe pharmaceutical practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
Mesquite Specialty Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Perform medication reconciliation on admission.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Reduce medication errors through rigorous adherence to pharmacy protocols and continuous staff training.
- Educate patients on proper medication use.
- Counsel patients regarding proper intake of medications.
- Dispense and verify patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Educate patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Collaborate with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
Pharmacist
Kindred Hospital Dallas Central
01.2012 - Current
- Interpret prescription orders and dispense medications following hospital protocols and pharmacy regulations.
- Participate in antibiotic stewardship.
- Participate in Drug Utilization Review.
- Report adverse drug events to comply with regulatory policies and procedures.
- Evaluate and monitor laboratory data to drive safe and effective medication therapy.
- Collaborate with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
- Improve patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.
- Conduct regular audits of the pharmacy''s controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
Pharmacist
Lifecare Hospital Dallas
11.2009 - 03.2024
- Provided pharmacy coverage on weekends and as needed.
- Educated patients on proper medication use.
- Reviewed patient profiles for right drug, dosage and route of administration.
- Monitored therapeutic drug levels for Vancomycin, Aminoglycosides and Warfarin.
- Followed government regulations and hospital policies in pharmacy practice.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, ensuring patient safety.
Pharmacist In Charge
Kindred Hospital Dallas Central
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Ensured Federal and State regulations compliance.
- Prepared and participated in P&T committee
- Closely monitored department performance metrics.
- Managed a team of pharmacy technicians, providing guidance and training to ensure adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.
- Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives that resulted in enhanced patient care services offered through the pharmacy setting.
- Monitored controlled substances inventory and records, ensuring compliance with state regulations and preventing diversion or misuse.
- Maintained a clean and organized pharmacy workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for the safe handling of medications.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, fostering trust and collaboration in medication therapy management for patients.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, ensuring the pharmacy had an adequate supply of medications to meet patients'' needs.
- Designed and implemented continuing education programs for staff members, keeping them up-to-date on industry trends, new medications, and best practices in pharmaceutical care.
Pharmacist
Scenic Mountain Medical Center
11.2006 - 11.2009
- Evaluated drug therapy to drive appropriate medicine use.
- Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
- Evaluated and monitored laboratory data to drive safe and effective medication therapy.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
- Conducted in-service for nurses on new drug products.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations, promoting compliance with legal regulations and best practices.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Texas Southern University
08.2006
Skills
- Dispensing Medications
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Compounding experience
- Antimicrobial stewardship
- Drug utilization review
- Drug safety
- Maintaining records
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Pharmacist
Mesquite Specialty Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Pharmacist In Charge
Kindred Hospital Dallas Central
08.2013 - 11.2014
Pharmacist
Kindred Hospital Dallas Central
01.2012 - Current
Pharmacist
Lifecare Hospital Dallas
11.2009 - 03.2024
Pharmacist
Scenic Mountain Medical Center
11.2006 - 11.2009
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Texas Southern University
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