Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Work Experience
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience
Certifications
Affiliations
Leadership and Mentorship
Awards
Timeline
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Omopelumi Kuku

Sandy Springs,GA

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Intern

Kroger Pharmacy
08.2020 - Current
  • Assisted pharmacists in accurately dispensing prescriptions, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
  • Conducted patient consultations, provided medication information, and dosage instructions, and addressed inquiries
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care through medication therapy management.

Pharmacy Technician

Kroger Pharmacy
06.2019 - 08.2020
  • Assisted pharmacists with clearing high volumes of prescriptions and responding to patients
  • Interpreted and processed medication and vaccination orders under pharmacist supervision
  • Coordinated new product orders and examined medications for accuracy of packaging.

Drug Information

InpharmD Rx
03.2024 - 04.2024
  • Answered drug information queries from healthcare professionals by conducting comprehensive literature searches using PubMed, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect, providing primary, secondary, and tertiary research literature
  • Summarized literature findings to deliver concise, evidence-based responses to healthcare providers, enhancing their clinical decision-making processes
  • Transformed primary literature articles into tabular formats for clearer presentation and easier comprehension, highlighting key aspects such as design, objectives, inclusion and exclusion criteria, methods, outcome measures, baseline characteristics, results, adverse events, and conclusions, while also providing critiques on the research articles
  • Ensured the accuracy and relevance of the information provided, maintaining high standards of drug information dissemination and contributing to improved patient care outcomes.

Specialty Pharmacy Practice

Tellis Rx
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Engaged in virtual consultations with patients to provide education and support for managing specialty medications, enhancing patient adherence and satisfaction
  • Assisted in the coordination of specialty pharmacy services, including prior authorization processes and patient assistance programs, improving access to high-cost medications
  • Utilized online platforms to track patient outcomes and manage therapy-related side effects, contributing to data-driven decisions and personalized care adjustments.
  • • Created and presented graphs and other data visualizations to illustrate the impact implementing a dashboard had on protocol compliance and other patient outcome metrics

Ambulatory Care

Emory University Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Provided patient education and counseling on medication management, lifestyle modifications, and chronic disease prevention, resulting in improved patient adherence and outcomes
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, optimizing pharmacotherapy for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic conditions
  • Conducted medication therapy management (MTM) reviews, identifying potential drug interactions and recommending therapeutic adjustments, leading to enhanced patient safety and efficacy of treatment.

Pharmacy Informatics and Technology

Emory Midtown
10.2023 - 11.2023
  • Assisted in the development and maintenance of pharmacy software applications, ensuring accuracy in medication dispensing systems and patient data management
  • Collaborated with pharmacy staff to troubleshoot technical issues, improving the efficiency of digital workflows and reducing system downtime
  • Participated in training sessions for pharmacy personnel, enhancing their proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and other digital tools.

Advanced Pharmacy Practice

YOO Pharmacy
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Maintained pharmacy inventory, monitored stock levels, and assisted with order placements to ensure adequate supplies
  • Focused on providing personalized and culturally sensitive pharmaceutical services to the diverse Asian community
  • Administered a variety of vaccines to patients based on established immunization guidelines and protocols
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients' immunization histories to identify and recommend appropriate vaccines.

Acute Adult Medicine

Emory Saint Josephs
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Emphasized the importance of medication adherence and addressed any concerns or questions patients had regarding their anticoagulation therapy
  • Educated patients on the importance of anticoagulation therapy in preventing blood clots and reducing the risk of stroke
  • Collaborated with pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy for patients with pulmonary diseases.

Advanced Institutional

Piedmont
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Conducted comprehensive medication reviews and assessments for complex patient cases in collaboration with the healthcare team
  • Educated patients about the specific anticoagulation medication therapy prescribed, including dosage, administration, and potential side effects
  • Assisted in the preparation of intravenous (IV) medications and maintained aseptic techniques during compounding.

Acute Adult Medicine

Shephard Center
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Contributed to the pharmacy and therapeutics committee, actively participating in formulary management and medication-use evaluations
  • Facilitated topic discussions on the outpatient management of multiple disease states as well as discussions on unique patient cases
  • Monitored and analyzed antimicrobial resistance patterns, contributing to surveillance and reporting efforts.
  • Monitored spinal cord and traumatic brain injury patients’ daily renal and antibiotic reports, and recommended necessary clinical intervention to the appropriate physician

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Mercer University College of Pharmacy
05.2024

Master of Science in Health Informatics -

Mercer University College of Professional Advancement
12.2023

Bachelor’s of Pharmaceutical Science -

Mercer University College of Pharmacy
Macon, GA
05.2022

Skills

  • Software: Microsoft Office, EPIC
  • Quality Assurance Practices
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Medication Reconciliation
  • Drug information research
  • Pharmacy Operations Support

Work Experience

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Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience

  • Introductory Community Pharmacy, Atlanta, GA, 07/2021, 08/2021, Jennifer Bass, PharmD, Administered multiple vaccinations, recommended over-the-counter products, and answered patient questions., Documented individual patient records into multiple government reporting systems., Coordinated new product orders and examined medications for accuracy of packaging.
  • Independent Community Pharmacy, Atlanta, GA, 07/2021, 08/2021, Dawn Sasine, PharmD, Engaged with the local community through health and wellness programs, contributing to the pharmacy's positive reputation., Participated in community outreach events, promoting the pharmacy's services, and educating the public on health-related topics., Assisted in managing inventory, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining optimal stock levels.
  • Institutional Introductory Pharmacy Practice, Decatur, GA, 06/2022, 07/2022, Lydia Newsom, PharmD, Assisted in the review and verification of chemotherapy orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols., Gained exposure to investigational drug studies and research initiatives within the oncology pharmacy setting., Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize patient medication regimens.

Certifications

Pharmacist Intern

Georgia Board of Pharmacy

Immunization Delivery

American Pharmacist Association

Mental Health First Aid

National Council for Behavioral Health

Medication Therapy Management

American Pharmacist Association

Good Clinical Practice

Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative

Basic Life Support

American Heart Association

Program

Affiliations

  • Phi Delta Chi Professional Pharmacy Fraternity Mercer University College of Pharmacy
  • Georgia Society of Health-System Pharmacists Mercer University College of Pharmacy
  • Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy Mercer University College of Pharmacy

Leadership and Mentorship

  • Educational/Learning Committee, Phi Delta Chi Professional Pharmacy Fraternity, 03/2022, Present, Organized and led biweekly study sessions within the pharmaceutical fraternity to enhance academic performance and promote a collaborative learning atmosphere among members., Established a recognition program to honor members who achieved high grades, celebrating those who earned A or B grades on exams for their dedication and academic success., Fostered a culture of academic excellence within the fraternity, encouraging a supportive community that values and recognizes members' educational achievements.
  • Pharmacy Ambassador, Mercer University College of Pharmacy, 08/2020, 05/2021, Engaged with prospective pharmacy students to share detailed information about Mercer’s pharmacy program, effectively showcasing its unique strengths., Responded to inquiries from potential students, providing clear and helpful answers to support them in making informed decisions about their academic paths., Organized guided tours of the Mercer campus, offering prospective students an immersive experience of the facilities and resources available within the pharmacy program.

Awards

  • Diversity Award Scholarship
  • Dean’s List
  • Kroger Company Endowed Scholarship

Timeline

Drug Information

InpharmD Rx
03.2024 - 04.2024

Specialty Pharmacy Practice

Tellis Rx
02.2024 - 03.2024

Ambulatory Care

Emory University Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024

Pharmacy Informatics and Technology

Emory Midtown
10.2023 - 11.2023

Advanced Pharmacy Practice

YOO Pharmacy
09.2023 - 10.2023

Acute Adult Medicine

Emory Saint Josephs
07.2023 - 09.2023

Advanced Institutional

Piedmont
06.2023 - 07.2023

Acute Adult Medicine

Shephard Center
05.2023 - 06.2023

Pharmacy Intern

Kroger Pharmacy
08.2020 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

Kroger Pharmacy
06.2019 - 08.2020

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Mercer University College of Pharmacy

Master of Science in Health Informatics -

Mercer University College of Professional Advancement

Bachelor’s of Pharmaceutical Science -

Mercer University College of Pharmacy
Omopelumi Kuku