Kristy Brancolini
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dedicated pharmacist with over 20 years of experience in hospital and home infusion settings, as well as specialty pharmacy focused on rare genetic diseases. Expertise in interpreting physician orders and accurately dispensing medications, complemented by strong skills in sterile compounding, inventory management, and drug utilization review. Proficient in obtaining comprehensive home medication lists through patient interviews to facilitate seamless transitions from admission to discharge. Committed to delivering exceptional service, enhancing clinical knowledge, and prioritizing patient safety.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
PANTHERx Rare
08.2024 - Current
- Works collaboratively with prescribers, nurses, insurance payors, and manufacturers to support patients with rare and devastating genetic conditions for optimal patient care and improved treatment outcomes
- Works on Jynarque and generic tolvaptan team - assisting patients with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Educates patients on medication management, adherence, and potential side effects
- Ensures compliance with Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) for Jynarque, Tolvaptan, and Vigadrone
Part Time Hospital Pharmacist
Jefferson Hospital - AHN
09.2014 - 08.2024
- Review and monitor patient past and present medication records, checking for errors, incompatibilities and adverse reactions to avoid future complications
- Medication Reconciliation - obtaining the Best Possible Home Medication List upon patient admission
- Verify safety and accuracy of physician orders
- Perform pain assessment for post-op hip and knee replacement patients and discharge med education
- Participated in large scale COVID vaccination clinics
50/50 Clinical Pharmacist
Jefferson Hospital - AHN
08.2011 - 09.2014
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, facilitating communication and collaboration for better patient care
- Played integral role in emergency response situations, providing clinical support and drug therapy guidance to the emergency department and cardiac stepdown unit
- Participated in Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
- Provided rounding support in intensive care unit
Clinical Pharmacist Home Infusion
UPMC Chartwell Pennsylvania
09.2008 - 08.2011
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Provided clinical therapy management of parenteral and enteral nutrition, hydration, antibiotics, inotropes, chemotherapy, steroids, and pain management services to homebound patients
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, facilitating communication and collaboration for better patient care coordination.
Unit Based Clinical Pharmacist
UPMC Presbyterian
07.2006 - 09.2008
- Daily rounds with multidisciplinary team for 22-bed trauma unit
- Evaluated medication regimens for complex patients, identifying potential drug interactions and devising alternative treatment strategies when necessary
- Worked closely with pharmacy technicians to facilitate medication dispensing and timely delivery to patients
Pharmacy Practice Resident
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
06.2005 - 06.2006
- Assisted with evaluation and planned implementation of bedside barcode technology for medication administration
- Presented research findings at Eastern States Conference, Baltimore, MD.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, drug monitoring/interventions, and sterile products preparation and distribution
Education
Doctorate of Pharmacy -
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2005
Skills
- Pharmacy Practice Residency
- Active pharmacist license in Pennsylvania
- Medication Reconciliation
- Compounding Sterile Preparations
- Interpreting and Processing Medication Orders
- Vaccination Administration COVID clinics
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
PANTHERx Rare
08.2024 - Current
Part Time Hospital Pharmacist
Jefferson Hospital - AHN
09.2014 - 08.2024
50/50 Clinical Pharmacist
Jefferson Hospital - AHN
08.2011 - 09.2014
Clinical Pharmacist Home Infusion
UPMC Chartwell Pennsylvania
09.2008 - 08.2011
Unit Based Clinical Pharmacist
UPMC Presbyterian
07.2006 - 09.2008
Pharmacy Practice Resident
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
06.2005 - 06.2006
Doctorate of Pharmacy -
Duquesne University