Rachel Kinzel
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished clinical pharmacist with extensive experience in both retail and acute care settings, demonstrating a proven track record in optimizing patient outcomes through medication management. Adept at seamlessly transitioning between acute care, retail environments, and showcasing versatile skills in pharmacy operations. Possesses a passion for driving healthcare through technology, with an ability to leverage coding expertise for improved user experience and patient outcomes. Committed to staying abreast of advancements in pharmacy technology and informatics to drive innovation and improve patient care. Eager to bring a unique blend of clinical experience, managerial acumen, and a dedication to informatics to contribute effectively to the advancement of pharmacy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Pharmacy Supervisor
Kaiser Permanente
02.2023 - Current
- Guide opening of new sterile compounding suite while integrating new USP 797 regulations
- Identify and streamline workflows including remdesivir monitoring, interdisciplinary communication, and inpatient REMs program
- Precept APPE and pharmacy residents on clinical and operational inpatient pharmacy workflows
- Participate in multidisciplinary committees including medication safety, pharmacy and therapeutics, and regional informatics group
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to sterile compounding, controlled substance procedures, and high alert medication practices.
Clinical Pharmacist
Kaiser Permanente
04.2019 - 02.2023
- Partner with physicians and other members of healthcare team to optimize patient care through effective use of medications.
- Manage an average census of 170-220 patients with high emergency department patient turnover
- Effectively utilize pharmacist driven protocols to manage heparin, warfarin, vancomycin, and other medication therapies
Staff Pharmacist
Soliant Consulting
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Review and monitored patient past and present medication records, checking for errors, incompatibilities and adverse reactions to avoid future complications.
- Respond to queries regarding dosages, indications and drug availability.
- Staff operating room decentralized pharmacy
Community Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Assist patients with over-the-counter medication recommendations and responded to questions concerning drug interactions.
- Administer wide range of immunization and contraception options in alignment with individual needs.
- Dispense and verify patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
Inpatient Pharmacist
VCU Health System
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Mentor pharmacy technicians, interns, and residents throughout their education cycles
- Participate in codes as part of code blue response team
- Partner with physicians and other members of healthcare team to optimize patient care through effective use of medications.
Community Pharmacist
Rite Aide Pharmacy
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Supervise and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
- Counsel patients regarding proper intake of medications.
- Manage an average of 300 prescriptions per day
Pharmacy Intern
Kmart Pharmacy
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Counsel patients on new medications and OTC products.
- Assist pharmacist in final review of filled prescriptions.
- Prepare packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions and refill instructions.
Pharmacy Technician
Bon Secours Hospital
07.2009 - 06.2011
- Assist with conversion to Epic software
- Calculate dosage, fill prescriptions and prepare prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Stock, label and inventory medication to keep accurate records.
Education
Prerequisite Coursework - Chemistry
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VACertificate - Software Engineering
General Assembly
New York, NY08.2022
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05.2015
Skills
- Epic, Pyxis, KitCheck, ControlCheck, and other software systems
- Managing complex projects
- Implementation and education of new and updated policies and procedures
- Review and application of state and federal policies and regulations
Certification
- Pharmacist License - California, 79041
- Pharmacist License - Virginia, 2022147
- BLS: American Red Cross
- Immunization certification: American Pharmacist Association
Timeline
Inpatient Pharmacy Supervisor
Kaiser Permanente
02.2023 - Current
Clinical Pharmacist
Kaiser Permanente
04.2019 - 02.2023
Staff Pharmacist
Soliant Consulting
12.2018 - 04.2019
Community Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
10.2018 - 04.2019
Inpatient Pharmacist
VCU Health System
05.2016 - 06.2018
Community Pharmacist
Rite Aide Pharmacy
06.2015 - 05.2016
Pharmacy Intern
Kmart Pharmacy
04.2012 - 04.2014
Pharmacy Technician
Bon Secours Hospital
07.2009 - 06.2011
Prerequisite Coursework - Chemistry
Virginia Commonwealth University
Certificate - Software Engineering
General Assembly
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Shenandoah University
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