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Work History
Education
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Jennifer Mulkerin

West Middlesex,PA

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience at Allegheny Health Network, excelling in teamwork and problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance patient care through meticulous medication preparation and effective communication. Recognized for training staff and advocating for clients' needs, ensuring a supportive environment and adherence to safety protocols.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DSP

Abound Health
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Advocated for clients' needs during team meetings and case reviews.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology

Allegheny Health Network
01.2022 - 08.2024
  • Compounded and prepared chemotherapy medications adhering to strict safety protocols.
  • Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ensuring timely medication availability.
  • Provided patient education on medication usage and side effects for oncology treatments.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline medication dispensing processes.

DSP

PHS
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Provided training and support to new staff on best practices in client care.
  • Documented client interactions accurately in compliance with organizational standards.
  • Advocated for clients' needs during team meetings and case reviews.
  • Developed rapport with clients, fostering a trusting and supportive environment.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology

UPMC CancerCenter
10.2016 - 12.2020
  • Implemented standard operating procedures to enhance compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Trained new staff on pharmacy workflows, emphasizing safety and accuracy in medication handling.
  • Monitored drug storage conditions to ensure optimal efficacy of oncology medications.
  • Aided in cost containment efforts through effective utilization of resources such as generic alternatives when appropriate, ultimately benefiting both patients and the organization financially.
  • Assisted in training new pharmacy technicians, leading to improved staff performance and increased productivity within the department.
  • Reduced medication errors through diligent verification of prescriptions and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Maintained a safe pharmacy environment by adhering to infection control procedures and proper handling of hazardous materials.
  • Exceeded quality assurance standards by consistently adhering to proper procedures for medication preparation, storage, and disposal.
  • Promoted adherence to regulatory requirements by staying current on industry standards for oncology practice settings, reducing risk for compliance violations.
  • Enhanced efficiency in medication management by maintaining accurate records of medication inventories and patient profiles.
  • Expedited prescription processing times through proficient use of pharmacy software systems for order entry, labeling, and billing purposes.
  • Facilitated timely medication administration by ensuring accurate and efficient processing of intravenous admixture orders for oncology patients.
  • Streamlined workflow processes by organizing pharmaceutical supplies and assisting in the timely delivery of medications to patients.
  • Improved patient care by accurately preparing and dispensing oncology medications under the supervision of a pharmacist.
  • Facilitated smooth operations during busy periods by multitasking effectively between various responsibilities such as medication compounding, inventory management, and customer service tasks.
  • Contributed to a positive working environment by effectively communicating with team members and providing support as needed.
  • Minimized potential drug interactions or contraindications through thorough review of patient medical histories before dispensing medications.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.

Education

West Middlesex High School
West Middlesex, PA
06.1992

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solving

Certification

Certified pharmacy technician

Timeline

DSP

Abound Health
08.2024 - Current

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology

Allegheny Health Network
01.2022 - 08.2024

DSP

PHS
12.2020 - 01.2022

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology

UPMC CancerCenter
10.2016 - 12.2020

West Middlesex High School

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