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Paula Jones

Bemidji,MN

Summary

Accomplished Lead Pharmacist with a proven track record at Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota, enhancing patient care through clinical expertise and fostering professional growth among staff. Skilled in pharmacy operations and patient counseling, demonstrated success in maintaining efficient Meds to Beds programs and mentoring teams for optimal performance. Hardworking, reliable and exceptional attention to detail.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Pharmacist

Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota
06.2017 - Current


  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, interdisicplinary teams, contributing to a collaborative approach to patient care and effective Meds to Beds program.
  • Mentored pharmacists, technicians and students fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.
  • Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
  • Counseled patients regarding proper use of medications.
  • Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
  • Managed narcotic orders and invoices.
  • Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.


Inpatient Staff Pharmacist

Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota
01.2015 - 06.2017
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and safety.
  • Mentored pharmacy students during rotations, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing medication therapy management and clinical interventions including aminoglycoside and vancomycin dosing, warfarin dosing and renal adjustments of medications.
  • Managed the preparation of sterile compounds, adhering to strict aseptic techniques for patient safety. Ensured that team was fingerprint tested annually.
  • Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in continuing education programs and professional conferences.
  • Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders.


Pharmacist/Pharmacist in Charge

Target
09.2001 - 12.2014
  • Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza.
  • Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and inventory management systems.
  • Conducted regular audits of the pharmacy''s controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
  • Collaborated with insurance providers to resolve billing discrepancies, ensuring timely reimbursement for pharmacy services.
  • Mentored pharmacy students and interns, contributing to development of future healthcare professionals.
  • Counseled patients regarding proper intake of medications.

Staff Pharmacist

Trinity Health-St Joseph's Hospital
05.2001 - 09.2001

Staff Pharmacist

UniMed Medical Center Pharmacy
03.1991 - 04.2001

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND
03-1991

Skills

  • Clinical expertise
  • Professional ethics
  • Patient counseling
  • Staff training and development
  • Pharmacy operations
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Lead Pharmacist

Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota
06.2017 - Current

Inpatient Staff Pharmacist

Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota
01.2015 - 06.2017

Pharmacist/Pharmacist in Charge

Target
09.2001 - 12.2014

Staff Pharmacist

Trinity Health-St Joseph's Hospital
05.2001 - 09.2001

Staff Pharmacist

UniMed Medical Center Pharmacy
03.1991 - 04.2001

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

North Dakota State University

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