Beebe Healthcare, Margaret H. Rollins Lewes Campus
04.2023 - Current
Antimicrobial Stewardship
Renal Dosing
IV to PO
Educated pharmacy staff on Ischemic Stroke guidelines via powerpoint presentation
Evaluating proper medications in discharged heart failure patients with LVEF < 40%
NOAC/Coumadin patient education
Initiation of Tikosyn/Sotalol monitoring and patient education
Writing TPN/PPN
Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
Daily clinical rounding with medical staff on various patient units
Reviewed prescriptions to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
Evaluated and monitored laboratory data to drive safe and effective medication therapy including pharmacokinetic dosing of Vancomycin and Gentamicin.
Developed strong relationships with Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Nurses to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
Optimized drug therapy for patients by closely monitoring lab results, vital signs, and clinical response to medications.
Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
Served as liaison between the pharmacy department and other healthcare professionals, facilitating communication regarding patient care plans.
Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, proper drug use and dosing, ensuring patient safety.
Staff Pharmacist
Beebe Healthcare, Margaret H. Rollins Lewes Campus
04.2018 - 04.2023
Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
Developed strong relationships with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to facilitate communication regarding patient needs.
Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders.
Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
Monitored medication dispensing machines within hospital pharmacy to make supplies readily available to clinical staff.
Served as a resource for nursing staff by addressing questions or concerns related to medication administration or patient care issues.
Responded to queries regarding dosages, indications and drug availability.
Performed medication reconciliation and reviewed patient MAR's in the Emergency Department.
Dosing and mixing Alteplase/Tenecteplase for use in stroke and PE patients
Written SOP's including Coumadin verification policy and Patient Home med policy
Policy reviewer for Renal Dosing Policy (10/2019)
Educated and trained new Pharmacist staff
Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreens
07.2017 - 03.2018
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of drug interactions, side effects, and contraindications, ensuring safe patient care.
Educated patients on proper medication usage, dosage instructions, potential side effects, and storage requirements.
Performed immunizations.
Assisted customers in selecting appropriate over-the-counter products based on their symptoms and medical history.
Detected potential prescription errors during drug utilization reviews which led to improved safety measures within the pharmacy practice.
Resolved insurance issues promptly by communicating with providers to secure timely coverage approvals or alternative options for patients.
Improved customer satisfaction by providing personalized medication consultations and recommendations.
Enhanced pharmacy efficiency with accurate prescription processing, medication dispensing, and drug utilization review.
Compounding medications
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy, PharmD -
Ohio Northern University
Ada, OH
05.2017
Skills
Immunization Administration
Interpreting and Processing Medication Orders
Patient education and counseling
Pharmacology
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Medication Reconciliation
Certification
Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS)
Credential # 3168771
7/1/2023 - Present
Delaware Licensed Pharmacist
License # A1-0005134
9/29/2017 - Present
References
Rebecca R. Marcinak, PharmD, rmarcinak@beebehealthcare.org
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