Louisa Shing
Pharmacist
43408 Mission Siena Circle, Fremont,CA
Summary
Pharmacist with 6 years of experience specializing in long-term acute care and inpatient hospital settings. A dedicated and proactive professional committed to delivering exceptional patient care by leveraging expertise in pharmaceutical practices. Adept at streamlining processes to enhance operational efficiency within dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Inpatient Pharmacist
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital
12.2018 - 09.2022
- Streamlined pharmacy operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems and reducing waste.
- Utilize weight-based and body surface area dosing for pharmaceutical calculations for pediatric therapies.
- Enhanced patient care through collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize treatment plans.
- Provided comprehensive pharmaceutical care for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate medication selection and dosage adjustments.
Inpatient Pharmacist
Kindred Hospital Bay Area
08.2017 - 02.2019
- Assessed patient drug therapy by performing pharmacokinetic analysis with adjustments in vancomycin, Coumadin, renal, and hepatic dosing.
- Demonstrated knowledge of sterile compounding and experience in operation of inert atmosphere glovebox isolators.
- Provided comprehensive pharmaceutical care for critically ill patients, ensuring appropriate medication selection and dosage adjustments.
Lead Pharmacist
Skilled Nursing Pharmacy
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Supervised pharmacy staff in a fast-paced, closed door, long-term care pharmacy, while facilitating medication deliveries to nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
- Provided cost-effective and appropriate therapeutic alternatives for Medicare Part D interchanges.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing expert pharmaceutical advice and medication management support.
Intern Pharmacist
Walgreens
10.2013 - 02.2015
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing questions and concerns regarding their prescriptions in a timely manner.
- Educated patients on proper medication administration techniques, potentially reducing adverse effects or complications from incorrect usage.
Education
Pharm.D - Pharmacy
University of The Pacific
Stockton, CA 08.2008 - 05.2015
Skills
EPIC
Omnicell: AcuDose-Rx & NarcStation
MEDITECH
CUBEX
Excellent interpersonal and team management skills
Patient Counseling
Order Verification
Sterile technique
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Medication Management
Parenteral Nutrition
Pediatric Dosing
Geriatric Pharmacotherapy
Medication Reconciliation
Certification
Registered Pharmacist #73940
Timeline
Inpatient Pharmacist
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital
12.2018 - 09.2022
Inpatient Pharmacist
Kindred Hospital Bay Area
08.2017 - 02.2019
CPR: BLS License for Healthcare Providers
01-2017
Lead Pharmacist
Skilled Nursing Pharmacy
02.2016 - 08.2017
Registered Pharmacist #73940
05-2015
APhA Travel Health Services Certification
05-2015
Intern Pharmacist
Walgreens
10.2013 - 02.2015
APhA Immunization Certification
09-2011
Pharm.D - Pharmacy
University of The Pacific
08.2008 - 05.2015