Dedicated Clinical Pharmacist specializing in neonatal and pediatric care, delivering advanced clinical support and optimizing patient outcomes through evidence-based recommendations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
University of Tennessee Medical Center
Knoxville, TN
01.2021 - Current
Specialize in neonatal, pediatrics, and obstetric care
Provide advanced clinical pharmacy support in a high acuity environment managing complex weight based and high risk medication regimens
Perform pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring for narrow therapeutic index medications to optimize efficacy and safety
Serve as clinical resource for IV compatibility, stability, and safe administration of complex parenteral nutrition and infusion therapies
Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to provide evidence based drug therapy recommendations and resolve medication related issues
Participate in emergent response situations, providing real time medication preparation and dosing support in high stress clinical scenarios
Assist with development and maintenance of medication protocols, order sets, and evidence based practice standards
Support medication safety initiatives including high alert medication safeguards, adverse event review, and error prevention strategies
Contribute to antimicrobial stewardship initiatives through therapy optimization, de-escalation, and dose adjustments.
Mentor pharmacy students and residents during acute care and pediatric clinical rotations
Provide clinical guidance during drug shortages, identifying therapeutic alternatives and ensuring continuity of care
Clinical Pharmacist
Johnson City Medical Center
Johnson City, TN
07.2017 - 12.2020
Conducted comprehensive medication reviews to enhance patient safety and therapeutic outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize pharmacotherapy plans for diverse patient populations.
Educated healthcare staff on drug interactions, side effects, and appropriate medication use protocols.
Assessed patient medication regimens for accuracy and compliance with clinical guidelines and best practices.
Trained pharmacy residents and interns on clinical care and medication dispensing.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical pharmacy services within the organization.