Kimberly Nelson
Ada,OH
Summary
Results-driven Clinical Pharmacist with over 20 years of comprehensive experience in home infusion and hospital pharmacy settings. Expert in developing efficient workflows and policies, implementing cost-savings initiatives, and conducting thorough medication reconciliations to optimize patient care and enhance the patient experience. Board-certified in Pharmacotherapy with specialized ASHP certification in sterile compounding, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Recognized for my contributions to pharmacy practice, including presenting a poster at the ASHP Midyear Conference. Seeking a management position in the Home Infusion field to leverage my extensive background and leadership skills to drive quality care and operational excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center
Lima, OH
01.2007 - Current
- Reviewed patient medical records for drug allergies, interactions, and contraindications to ensure safe medication use.
- Monitored drug therapies by reviewing laboratory values and adjusting medications as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients.
- Mentored residents and interns in pharmacy on operations, clinical support, medications and other vital job aspects.
Clinical Home Infusion Pharmacist
Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center
Lima, OH
05.2000 - Current
- Provided medication, supplies, and clinical services to home infusion patients.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each patient based on their needs and diagnosis.
- Prepared intravenous admixtures utilizing aseptic technique following USP 795 guidelines.
- Monitored drug therapies by reviewing laboratory values and adjusting medications as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members such as nurses or social workers when providing care for home infusion patients.
- Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
Education
Master of Science - Managment Healthcare Administration
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Ohio Northern University
Ada, OH05-2000
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Order dispensing
- Patient care improvements
- Clinical Decision Making
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Drug Ordering & Storage
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Documentation accuracy
Certification
- Ohio Registered Pharmacist's License
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist-2020
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- ASHP Sterile Compounding Certificate
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center
01.2007 - Current
Clinical Home Infusion Pharmacist
Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center
05.2000 - Current
- Ohio Registered Pharmacist's License
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist-2020
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- ASHP Sterile Compounding Certificate
Master of Science - Managment Healthcare Administration
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Ohio Northern University
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