Kori P. Zukowski
Ludlow,MA
Summary
Experienced operations coordinator skilled in managing multiple projects and meeting production schedules while enhancing patient care quality. Proven ability to streamline processes and coordinate cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency. Strong analytical skills and strategic planning capabilities contribute to consistent achievement of organizational goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Clinical Staff Compounded Sterile Products Lab
Western New England University
Springfield, MA
01.2023 - Current
- Instructed students in accurate compounding of sterile products, emphasizing garbing, hand hygiene, cleaning, and proper use of compounding instruments to ensure patient safety.
- Educated students on USP chapter standards for sterile compounding, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Facilitated student learning in simulated sterile compounding lab, enhancing practical skills and understanding of sterile techniques.
Clinical Pharmacist II
Baystate Health Systems
Springfield, MA
01.2001 - Current
- Collaborated with neonatal care team to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Conducted training programs for residents, pharmacists, students, and pharmacy technicians.
- Managed acute care pharmacist schedule using Kronos, including per diem staff.
- Streamlined TPN consolidation project workflow, reducing equipment duplication and optimizing resources.
- Developed LDRP care team integrating pharmacy into labor and delivery processes, improving patient safety.
- Contributed to facilities planning committee focusing on 797 clean room and TPN process during pharmacy transition.
- Launched 795 non-sterile oral medication project, conducting stability research and assigning CDM codes.
- Staffed specialty areas including sterile compounding and parenteral nutrition.
- Compounded sterile products according to USP 797 standards when necessary.
Pharmacy Sterile Compounding/Operations Coordinator
Baystate Health Systems
Springfield, MA
01.2020 - 05.2025
- Oversaw and coordinated clean room operations to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Facilitated sterile compounding training for residents, pharmacists, students, and pharmacy technicians to enhance competency.
- Supervised preparation of media fill kits and plates, ensuring adherence to USP regulations.
- Conducted routine environmental sampling to verify compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated semi-annual certification processes aligned with industry standards.
- Performed annual assessments of written and didactic competencies for staff.
- Assisted in developing operational policies that streamlined workflows and improved regulatory compliance.
- Supported training initiatives for new staff on operational procedures and systems.
Clinical Pharmacist III/ NICU Lead Pharmacist
Baystate Health Systems
Springfield, MA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with NICU team to develop critical care medication guidelines enhancing product efficacy.
- Updated guidelines based on current recommendations in literature for critical care situations.
- Coordinated with pharmacy team to develop and test NICU intravenous products using Dose Edge program.
- Provided pharmacy with a simpler and safer method of compounding of NICU products, streamlining IV manufacturing.
- Developed order sentences to incorporate in NICU power plans.
- Developed processes for transitioning NICU satellite functions to central operations.
- Streamlined off-hour operations by overseeing processes for satellite closure.
- Engaged with experts at Neonatal Pharmacology Conference in San Diego, CA and shared insights and recommendations with Baystate Health Systems.
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens Pharmacy
Springfield, MA
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Oversaw daily operations of retail pharmacy, ensuring accurate dispensing and consulting for 500+ prescriptions daily.
- Recruited and trained pharmacists, technicians, and interns to build a skilled pharmacy team.
- Managed pharmacy inventory and scheduled weekly deliveries including controlled substances.
- Coordinated intern schedules across multiple locations in Western MA to enhance training and service delivery.
- Active in company-sponsored community outreach program and obtained corporate sponsorship for Western MA AIDS foundation annual fundraiser.
Education
Compounding Sterile Compounding Designated Person Competency Training -
ASHP
01-2024
Compounded Sterile Preparations Certificate for Pharmacists -
ASHP
01-2022
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Boston, MA01-1997
Skills
- Sterile compounding
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance
- Process improvement
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Process improvement
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Staff Compounded Sterile Products Lab
Western New England University
01.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Sterile Compounding/Operations Coordinator
Baystate Health Systems
01.2020 - 05.2025
Clinical Pharmacist III/ NICU Lead Pharmacist
Baystate Health Systems
01.2016 - 01.2017
Clinical Pharmacist II
Baystate Health Systems
01.2001 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens Pharmacy
01.1999 - 01.2001
Compounding Sterile Compounding Designated Person Competency Training -
ASHP
Compounded Sterile Preparations Certificate for Pharmacists -
ASHP
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy