Shawn Patel
Glenview,IL
Summary
Dynamic pharmacy professional with a robust foundation in clinical practice, medication management, and patient care. Expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize therapeutic outcomes while upholding the highest standards of care. Proficient in pharmacokinetics, drug safety, and patient counseling, ensuring comprehensive support for patients' health needs. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, consistently achieving results in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident
Advocate Condell Medical Center
Libertyville, IL
06.2025 - Current
- Supervisor: Stephanie Rawson Fox
- Mentored pharmacy students and interns, fostering professional growth and clinical skills development.
- Evaluated drug utilization patterns, recommending formulary changes based on evidence-based practices.
- Led research projects focusing on pharmacotherapy outcomes, presenting findings at professional conferences.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations for increased efficiency through workflow optimization and process improvements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive patient treatment plans, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Assisted with medication order verification processes to ensure accuracy in dispensing while adhering to relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Designed educational materials and programs to enhance the knowledge and skills of fellow staff members, promoting a culture of continuous learning within the pharmacy team.
- Supported hospital-wide antimicrobial stewardship efforts through participation in antibiotic review committees, development of treatment guidelines, and monitoring of prescribing patterns for targeted interventions.
- Presented findings from research studies at conferences, seminars, and other professional gatherings, fostering knowledge sharing among peers in the industry.
Pharmacy Intern
Hy-Vee Pharmacy #1142
Des Moines, IA
10.2021 - 01.2025
- Supervisors: Allison Jacobson, PharmD; Peter Elliot, PharmD
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications accurately.
- Educated patients on medication usage, side effects, and adherence strategies for optimal health outcomes.
- Trained new pharmacy interns on operational procedures and customer service standards in a fast-paced environment.
- Implemented improvements in workflow processes to enhance efficiency and reduce wait times for customers.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Counseled patients on new medications and OTC products.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.
- Supported implementation of medication disposal program, promoting environmental sustainability and community safety.
Neurology APPE
Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital
Chicago, IL
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Preceptor: Josephine Varda, PharmD, BCPS
Hospital Practice APPE
City of Hope Chicago
Zion, IL
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Preceptor: Andrew Romero, PharmD
Acute Care APPE
Broadlawns Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Preceptor: Andy Miesner, PharmD, BCPS
Ambulatory Care APPE
Jewel Osco Pharmacy District 1
Chicago, IL
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Preceptor: Alpina Patel, PharmD
Specialty Pharmacy APPE
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy
Des Moines, IA
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Preceptor: Margaret Abbas, PharmD
Community Pharmacy APPE
Jewel Osco #2219
Glenview, IL
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Preceptor: Numera Quraishi, PharmD
Psychiatry APPE
Broadlawns Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Preceptor: Sarah Grady, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP
Anticoagulation APPE
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Anticoagulation Clinic
Niles, IL
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Preceptor: Elizabeth Kuhr-Bailey, PharmD, BCACP
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA05-2025
Master of Business Administration -
Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA05-2025
Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum -
Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA05-2021
Skills
- Clinical decision making
- Prescription verification
- Monitoring therapeutic effectiveness
- Antimicrobial stewardship
- Drug utilization review
- Therapeutic drug monitoring
Affiliations
ASHP Member Nov 2025 - Present
Iowa Pharmacy Association | 2021 – 2025
- Went to the capitol building in January 2023 to advocate for pharmacy change with state congress
- Attended interprofessional experiences with other healthcare professionals to discuss issues in healthcare
LKS Member | 2023 – 2024 Professional pharmacy fraternity at Drake University
- On the publicity committee in charge of the social media and advertising of the organization
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Aug 2025 - Present
- Registered Pharmacist License # 051.307465 Sep 2025 - Present
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Cultural Fluency
Languages
Gujarati: Fluent, second language including pharmacy and medical terminology
Spanish: Conversational, tertiary language including pharmacy and medical terminology
Timeline
PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident
Advocate Condell Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
Neurology APPE
Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital
03.2025 - 04.2025
Hospital Practice APPE
City of Hope Chicago
01.2025 - 02.2025
Acute Care APPE
Broadlawns Medical Center
11.2024 - 12.2024
Ambulatory Care APPE
Jewel Osco Pharmacy District 1
10.2024 - 11.2024
Specialty Pharmacy APPE
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy
09.2024 - 10.2024
Community Pharmacy APPE
Jewel Osco #2219
08.2024 - 09.2024
Psychiatry APPE
Broadlawns Medical Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Anticoagulation APPE
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Anticoagulation Clinic
05.2024 - 06.2024
Pharmacy Intern
Hy-Vee Pharmacy #1142
10.2021 - 01.2025
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Master of Business Administration -
Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum -
Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Honors and Awards
Presidential Scholarship, Fall 2019 – Spring 2023, Drake University Dean’s List, Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024, Drake University President’s List, Spring 2020, Fall 2023, Hayes Pharmacists Mutual Scholarship, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Walgreens Scholarship, Fall 2024, Spring 2025