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Nicole Shinn

Ankeny,IA

Summary

Certified professional with strong background in pharmacy operations, medication management, and patient care. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective collaboration with healthcare teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Skilled in prescription processing, inventory control, and providing exceptional customer service. Highly organized with focus on accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. Accomplished and certified Pharmacy Technician with over Number years of experience in retail pharmacy environments for major national chains. Practiced at offering medications to patients, offering information to patients and communicating with healthcare professionals. Knowledgeable about FDA drug safety guidelines, prescription interactions and pharmacy law.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Data Entry Clerk

Right Dose Pharmacy
08.2025 - 01.2026
  • As a Data Entry II Technician I got experience in Frame Works.
  • Entered prescription data into electronic health record systems accurately and efficiently.
  • Verified patient information to ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations and policies.
  • Maintained organized records of prescriptions and inventory for seamless operations.
  • Assisted in processing medication orders, ensuring timely fulfillment for patients.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists to resolve discrepancies in prescription data promptly.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in software systems, enhancing overall data entry efficiency.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Entered data into various computer systems accurately using Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Created and maintained data entry logs to track data entry activities.
  • Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.

Certified Pharmacy Technician Team Supervisor

Heritage Partners Pharmacy
11.2011 - 08.2025

As Lead Technician at Heritage Partners Pharmacy I excelled at QS1 Prime Care, Medicine-On-Time, and Parata.

  • Managed medication inventory to ensure availability and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists to verify prescriptions for accuracy and safety prior to dispensing.
  • Trained and mentored junior pharmacy technicians on best practices and operational procedures.
  • Implemented workflow improvements to enhance efficiency in medication preparation and delivery processes.
  • Conducted patient consultations, providing medication information and addressing inquiries effectively.
  • Monitored prescription records for potential drug interactions, ensuring patient safety at all times.
  • Oversaw daily operations, coordinating team efforts to meet customer service expectations consistently.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks using pharmacy management software, improving documentation accuracy and retrieval speed.
  • Trained new pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent quality of service.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately filling and dispensing prescriptions in a timely manner.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by delivering friendly, personalized service during transactions.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels for efficient pharmacy operations and cost control.
  • Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
  • Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists to resolve medication-related issues, optimizing patient outcomes.
  • Managed insurance billing and claims processing, streamlining the reimbursement process for patients and pharmacy.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
  • Contributed to improved patient adherence by providing clear medication instructions and addressing concerns or questions promptly.
  • Performed regular audits to maintain compliance with state regulations and company policies.
  • Maintained drug inventory levels by ordering necessary medications and supplies.
  • Streamlined pharmacy operations through effective organization of supplies, workspace layout optimization, and process improvements.
  • Assisted customers with over-the-counter product selection, providing knowledgeable recommendations.
  • Proactively addressed potential conflicts or discrepancies within the pharmacy team to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Coordinated communication between healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care transitions between providers or facilities.
  • Coordinated verification and filling of more than 150 daily prescriptions in high-volume LTC pharmacy environment.
  • Developed a systematic approach to organize medications, reducing errors and improving efficiency in the workflow.
  • Identified areas for improvement in workflow processes and implemented changes that led to increased efficiency within the pharmacy.
  • Reduced medication waste by implementing proper disposal procedures compliant with environmental guidelines.
  • Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on industry standards and advancements in pharmaceutical care.
  • Implemented measures to minimize wait times for prescription pickups, enhancing overall customer experience.
  • Fostered strong relationships with local healthcare providers, promoting collaboration for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Ensured medication safety with thorough verification of prescription orders and drug interactions.
  • Supported pharmacists in compounding custom medications according to individual patient needs.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
  • Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
  • Set up and modified patient profiles to include current medications and insurance details.
  • Coordinated with physicians and insurance agency representatives for speedy resolution of prescription discrepancies.
  • Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
  • Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.
  • Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
  • Developed and implemented improvements to pharmacy organization system.
  • Precisely measured and combined ingredients to deliver scrupulous formulation on customer compound prescription orders.
  • Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
  • Liaised with other pharmacies to eliminate issues related to product expiration.
  • Led team in implementing operational efficiencies within pharmacy workflow
  • Mentored staff on best practices for patient care and medication management
  • Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and improve accuracy
  • Coordinated training programs for new employees to enhance service delivery
  • Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards and quality assurance protocols
  • Developed standard operating procedures to optimize pharmacy operations
  • Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement
  • Fostered collaborative environment that promoted teamwork and employee engagement
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
  • Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to high-quality standards.
  • Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
  • Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
  • Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project execution while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.
  • Managed risks and mitigated potential issues through proactive planning, monitoring, and timely decisionmaking.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

KAME Pharmacy
05.2000 - 11.2011
  • As Supervisor or Lead Technician I did much the same as I did at Heritage Partners Pharmacy. Even used the same programs QS1 Prime Care, Medicine-On-Time, and Parata

Education

Criminal Justice -

Southeastern Community College
Keokuk, IA 52632
05.1999

High School Diploma -

Warsaw High School
Warsaw, IL 62379
05.1996

Timeline

Data Entry Clerk

Right Dose Pharmacy
08.2025 - 01.2026

Certified Pharmacy Technician Team Supervisor

Heritage Partners Pharmacy
11.2011 - 08.2025

Certified Pharmacy Technician

KAME Pharmacy
05.2000 - 11.2011

Criminal Justice -

Southeastern Community College

High School Diploma -

Warsaw High School