Melanie Kelly
Sparks,Nevada
Summary
Skilled Pharmacist with strong background in compounding, pharmacological knowledge and patient care. Expert in providing accurate clinical services. Detail-oriented professional goes extra mile to deliver service and support to pharmacy patrons.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Pharmacist
Northern Nevada Medical Center
Sparks, NV
04.2022 - Current
- Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Communicated issues and reactions to specific medications to intercept potential errors.
- Reviewed and evaluated orders for non-formulary to identify generic alternatives.
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Costco
Reno, NV
01.2012 - Current
- Verified and labeled prescriptions with 8 point check.
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
- Educated patients on proper medication use.
- Counseled patients regarding proper intake of medications.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
- Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
Pharmacy Manager
Safeway
Sparks, NV
05.2007 - Current
- Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Enforced compliance with pharmacy regulations and maintained up-to-date records of all medications dispensed.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
05.2003 - Current
- Prepared medication and IV orders to deliver adequate supply for care of patient.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Northern Nevada Medical Center
Sparks, NV
04.2016 - 05.2022
- Prepared medication and IV orders to deliver adequate supply for care of patient.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Westhills Hospital
Reno, NV
05.2003 - 06.2015
- Verified and labeled prescriptions with 8 point check.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
- Monitored medication dispensing machines within hospital pharmacy to make supplies readily available to clinical staff.
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Target
Reno, NV
03.2004 - 07.2007
- Verified and labeled prescriptions with 8 point check.
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
- Educated patients on proper medication use.
- Counseled patients regarding proper intake of medications.
Staff Pharmacist
Safeway
Sparks, NV
05.2003 - 05.2007
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.
- Directly supervised three Pharmacy Technicians, interns and support staff while on duty.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Hosted numerous successful annual healthcare education and flu clinics.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Nevada - Reno
Reno, NV05.1998
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Delegating Assignments
- Medication Dispensing and Immunizing
- Immunization Administration
- Improving Processes
- Administration of Antipsychotic Injections
- Insurance Coordination
- Overseeing Technicians
Timeline
Part-time Pharmacist
Northern Nevada Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Northern Nevada Medical Center
04.2016 - 05.2022
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Costco
01.2012 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Safeway
05.2007 - Current
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Target
03.2004 - 07.2007
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
05.2003 - Current
Per-Diem Pharmacist
Westhills Hospital
05.2003 - 06.2015
Staff Pharmacist
Safeway
05.2003 - 05.2007
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Idaho State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Nevada - Reno