MELISSA RAMBUR
Roseville,CA
Summary
I am hardworking and reliable. I have 3 years experience as a pharmacy tech, I have 8 years experience as a foster parent, and 7 years experience as a Nursing Assistant. I am a quick learner and I am highly adaptable. I am a highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. I have exceptional communication skills, I am able to multitask and have excellent time management skills. I work well under pressure and I pride myself in remaining calm and professional under stressful circumstances
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
Safeway Pharmacy
Roseville, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Organized work areas so that everything was easily accessible when needed.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Monitored supply inventory and promptly submitted replenishment orders to prevent shortages.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Liaised with pharmacist to measure and prepare medication doses and packaging and label prescriptions.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
- Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
- Assisted customers by answering questions, locating items or referring to pharmacist for medication information.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Immunizing patients
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Folsom, CA
07.2020 - 10.2023
- Requested scripts from doctors and verified insurance and coding
- Verified labeled prescriptions using 8-point check system to maintain accuracy and efficiency
- Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Verified and filled medications for over 200 patients per day, maintaining 100% accuracy
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist
- Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items
- Refilled medications, offered insight into over-the-counter products and verified insurance benefits
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs
- Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies
- Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises
- Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas
- Verified patients' identities at pickup to prevent sale of wrong medications
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality
- Efficiently processed cash register transactions for new and refilled prescription orders
- Prepared prescription labels, promoting accuracy in medication administration and dosing
- Adhered to regulatory guidelines for workplace safety and customer confidentiality
- Worked with insurance companies to process claims, resolve problems and obtain payments
- Established and updated patient profiles, medications and insurance details
- Consulted with customers via telephone or in-person to assist with navigating pharmacy systems and completing requests.
Foster Parent
Paradise Oaks Youth Services
Sacramento, CA
08.2013 - Current
- Providing 24-hour care for children newborn-3 years of age who have been placed in foster care due to drugs, domestic violence, abuse, or neglect
- Caring for medically fragile infants
- Coordinating the child's visits with biological families
- Making sure child has all medical needs met, such as Dr
- Appointments, immunization, and therapies
- Being an advocate for the children who are in need
- Communicating with biological families, social workers, medical professionals, and court officials as needed to insure the needs of the foster child are being met
- Maintaining detailed records for child's time in foster care; including medical records, daily medication and dosage, developmental milestones, etc
- Maintaining CPR and First Aid certification.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Staffing Network Inc.
Reno, NV
01.2002 - 03.2005
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross contamination
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pershing General Hospital
Lovelock, NV
03.1999 - 03.2004
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross contamination.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Education
Walgreens Employee Certification Program -
Walgreens Pharmacy
02.2022
Pershing County High School
Lovelock, NV06-1996
Licensed pharmacy Technician -
Some College (No Degree): Certified Nursing Assistance - Nursing Assistance
Western Nevada College
Fallon, NVSkills
- APHA Immunization Certification
- Licensed pharmacy Tech in California
- CPR certified
- First Aid certified
- Time management
- Scheduling etc
- Record keeping
- Effective communication skills
- Crisis management experience
- Advocate trainings
- Multi-tasking
- Working well independently and in a team environment
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Patient
- Dependable
- Versatile
- Ordering and stocking medications
- Proper labeling procedures
- Pharmacy operations
- Stocking shelves
- Verifying orders
- Drug inventory control
- Labeling prescriptions
- Quality assurance and control
- Supporting pharmacy operations
- Insurance billing
- Insurance Verification
- FDA compliance
- Workflow Optimization
- Data Entry
- Problem-solving abilities
- PC proficient
- High Volume Phone Inquiries
- Effective Communication
- Typing
- Product Knowledge
- Customer Service
Additional Information
I have spent the last 2.5 years working as a Pharmacy Tech at Walgreens. I have been licensed for the last year as a Pharmacy Tech. Prior to my pharmacy experience, I had been a homemaker for 15 years. During that time, I enjoyed volunteering, raising my family and foster parenting.
References
- Richetta Hughes, Walgreens Pharmacy Operational Manager, (916)-547-1476
- Daniel Flores, Pharmacy Tech Co-Worker, (559)776-6055
- Trista Durkee (916)532-0512
- Michael Spates, Regional Services Manager, The Home Depot, 1865 Lexi Way, ElDorado Hills, CA, Michael_Spates@homedepot.com, (775)313-4582
- Teresa Lachino at Paradise Oaks youth services (916)550-2841
- Jennifer Spates, 1865 Lexi Way, ElDorado Hills, CA, Jennifer_Spates@yahoo.com, (925)980-0355
- Sherri Rouse, Walgreens pharmacy supervisor, +1 (916) 799-2179
- Robert Haddad, Pharmacist at Walgreens, +1 (916) 216-0157
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician
Safeway Pharmacy
10.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
07.2020 - 10.2023
Foster Parent
Paradise Oaks Youth Services
08.2013 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Staffing Network Inc.
01.2002 - 03.2005
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pershing General Hospital
03.1999 - 03.2004
Walgreens Employee Certification Program -
Walgreens Pharmacy
Pershing County High School
Licensed pharmacy Technician -
Some College (No Degree): Certified Nursing Assistance - Nursing Assistance
Western Nevada College