OGUNSOLA OLUFUNSO
Parkville,MD
Summary
A self-motivated and determined pharmacy graduate, with vast experience in improving the quality of life of clients, while also adding value to the institution and profession in general.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medication Technician/Personal Support
LIFEGATE HEALTHCARE SERVICES
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported needs of two residents under long-term care
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
Shift Supervisor
Rite Aid Pharmacy
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts
- Established effective employee schedules and delegated tasks to take advantage of individual abilities and meet expected demands
- Applied security, safety and loss prevention strategies during shifts
- Conducted shift inspections to evaluate operational activities and implement timely resolutions for diverse concerns
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress
- Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to streamline operations
Moving Associate
PACK MOVING AND STORAGE, 1537 S. PHILADEPHIA
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor for resolution
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures
Associate Pharmacy Officer
HOWARD UNIVERSITY GLOBAL INITIATIVE NIGERIA
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided Technical support in strengthening pharmacy systems and pharmacists’ capacity on pharmacy best practices and quality pharmaceutical care in PMTCT, ART, TB Care and Reproductive health
- Promoted integration of services in line with project goals for sustainability
- Handled Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), medication errors and drug therapy problems
- Conducted monitoring visits to Project sites
- Built capacity of healthcare workers to develop and implement workable capacity building plans aimed at addressing quality and operational gaps in health systems
- Responsible for ensuring drug Inventory Management and Management of other health commodities within supported facilities
- Built capacity of healthcare workers to develop and implement workable capacity building plans aimed at addressing quality and operational gaps in health systems
- Developed and implemented strategies for increasing community pharmacists capacity and involvement in delivery of quality Pharmaceutical Care services especially as it relates to HIV/AIDS.OI, STI, TB
- Coordinated formation and functionality of Drug and Therapeutic Committees in project facilities in collaboration with state teams.
Volunteer Pharmacist
FHI360; HUPACE, Community Antiretroviral Therapy
11.2015 - 11.2016
- 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.
- Evaluated drug therapy to drive appropriate medicine use.
- Reported adverse drug events to comply with regulatory policies and procedures.
- Evaluated and monitored laboratory data to drive safe and effective medication therapy.
Locum Pharmacist
DRUGRITE HEALTHCARE LTD
04.2015 - 12.2015
- Managed pharmaceutical supply procurement and management processes
- Conducted blood pressure screenings to reduce heart attack, stroke and death
- Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency
- Managed drug and supply inventories
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration
- Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients
- Performed technical processes required to dispense medications to patients
Corper Pharmacist
NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS
01.2014 - 01.2015
- 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.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
Intern Pharmacist
Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions
- Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration
- Completed accurate cycle counts, inventory management and will-calls for customers
- Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency
- Participated in clinical seminars, presentations and ward rounds
INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
State Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Dispensed anti-retroviral drugs to HIV patients as well as counseled patients in ART-to-ART clinic
- Reported consumption of anti-retroviral commodities using CRRIRF and PPR form.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD12.2024
No Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON (ONLINE)
Washington, DC12.2017
Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN
OYO STATE, NIGERIA12.2012
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Confident and professional
- Excellent team player
- Problem solver with keen attention to detail
- Effective user of Microsoft office applications
- Quick learner, possessing ability to multitask
Timeline
Certified Medication Technician/Personal Support
LIFEGATE HEALTHCARE SERVICES
10.2022 - 05.2023
Shift Supervisor
Rite Aid Pharmacy
05.2020 - 05.2021
Moving Associate
PACK MOVING AND STORAGE, 1537 S. PHILADEPHIA
09.2018 - 03.2020
Associate Pharmacy Officer
HOWARD UNIVERSITY GLOBAL INITIATIVE NIGERIA
01.2017 - 05.2018
Volunteer Pharmacist
FHI360; HUPACE, Community Antiretroviral Therapy
11.2015 - 11.2016
Locum Pharmacist
DRUGRITE HEALTHCARE LTD
04.2015 - 12.2015
Corper Pharmacist
NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS
01.2014 - 01.2015
Intern Pharmacist
Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital
02.2013 - 03.2014
INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
State Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baltimore City Community College
No Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON (ONLINE)
Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN
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