Trinh Nguyen
Goose Creek,SC
Summary
Licensed pharmacist with extensive hands-on experience in drug interaction analysis and medication management at prominent healthcare facilities. Demonstrates a strong commitment to patient education and safety, with proven collaboration skills in diverse healthcare settings. CPR certified, adaptable, and dedicated to enhancing patient care through adherence to high safety standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Extern
MUSC Mail Order Pharmacy
North Charleston, SC
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Preceptor: Hunter Henderson, Pharm.D.
- Participated in inventory management by organizing stock and checking expiration dates.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
- Participated in pharmacy operations and workflow processes.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
Pharmacy Extern
MUSC Children's Hospital
Charleston, SC
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Preceptor: Jill Thompson, Pharm.D.
- Conducted patient medication histories under pharmacist supervision.
- Researched information related to drug interactions, contraindications, side effects, dosage forms and routes of administration.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.
- Performed medication reconciliation for newly admitted patients.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Pharmacy Extern
Jubilant Radiopharm
Charleston, SC
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Preceptor: Rachel Sanford, Pharm.D.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications accurately.
- Followed safety protocols for handling hazardous materials diligently.
- Organized medication storage areas for easy access and efficiency.
Pharmacy Extern
Charleston Air Force Base
Charleston, SC
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Preceptor: Thi Nguyen, Pharm.D.
- Educated customers on proper medication usage and potential side effects clearly.
- Researched information related to drug interactions, contraindications, side effects, dosage forms and routes of administration.
- Answered questions from patients about their medication regimens including side effects and storage requirements.
- Stocked shelves with new shipments of drugs received from suppliers.
- Supported the pharmacy team during busy hours by handling routine operational tasks diligently.
Pharmacy Extern
MUSC Pharmacy Support Services
Charleston, SC
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Preceptor: Eddie Bostic, Pharm.D..
- Observed pharmacy technicians in the preparation of medications.
- Participated in quality improvement projects to enhance pharmacy services and patient care.
- Compounded and prepared medications according to prescription orders.
- Cleaned work areas daily in accordance with safety regulations.
Pharmacy Extern
Delta Pharmacy
Daniel Island, SC
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Preceptor: Neely Kelleher, Pharm.D.
- Utilized pharmacy management software for prescription processing tasks.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy prior to filling them out.
- Stocked shelves with new shipments of drugs received from suppliers.
- Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
- Answered patient questions and data requests.
Pharmacy Extern
Publix Pharmacy #1775
Moncks Corner, SC
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Preceptor: James Lindsey, Pharm.D.
- Researched information related to drug interactions, contraindications, side effects, dosage forms and routes of administration.
- Answered questions from patients about their medication regimens including side effects and storage requirements.
- Used pharmacy software to verify prescription and insurance information.
- Answered customer questions regarding refills, insurance troubleshooting and status updates on prescriptions.
- Delivered personable customer service at pharmacy drop-off and pick-up counters.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
- Managed inventory by restocking shelves and organizing pharmaceutical products.
Pharmacy Extern
VA CBOC Goose Creek
Goose Creek, SC
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Preceptor: Jonathan Mansfield, Pharm.D.
- Educated patients on medication usage, side effects, and safety, fostering informed healthcare decisions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.
- Researched and analyzed drug interactions and contraindications to support pharmacist decision-making.
- Answered questions from patients about their medication regimens including side effects and storage requirements.
- Developed therapeutic interventions based on evidence-based medicine principles.
- Provided patient education regarding proper administration and use of medications.
Pharmacy Extern
Trident Medical Center
Charleston, SC
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Preceptor: Charles Kramer, Pharm.D.
- Conducted patient medication histories under pharmacist supervision.
- Researched information related to drug interactions, contraindications, side effects, dosage forms and routes of administration.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Monitored patient safety through review of medication profiles for drug interactions, allergies, therapeutic duplication and other potential problems.
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens Pharmacy #15024
North Charleston, SC
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Preceptor: Joseph Longo, Pharm.D.
- Performed data entry into pharmacy information systems for billing purposes and prescriptions.
- Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects clearly.
- Participated in inventory management by organizing stock and checking expiration dates.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to customers.
Pharmacy Extern
MUSC Health Rehabilitation Hospital
North Charleston, SC
05.2022 - 05.2022
- Preceptor: Cathy Sanner, Pharm.D.
- Documented medication interactions and reported issues to supervising pharmacists.
- Conducted drug utilization reviews to identify potential adverse effects or interactions between drugs.
- Conducted comprehensive patient medication histories and reconciliations, ensuring accurate patient records.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Pharmacy Extern
Naval Health Clinic Charleston (NHCC)
Goose Creek, SC
05.2021 - 05.2021
- Preceptor: Anhthu Nguyen, Pharm.D.
- Assisted in preparing medications by counting, pouring, labeling and verifying doses.
- Researched information related to drug interactions, contraindications, side effects, dosage forms and routes of administration.
- Provided patient counseling on medication use and health-related topics.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy
Columbia, SC05.2024
Bachelor of Science -
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2022
Skills
- Drug interaction analysis
- Medication management
- Organizational efficiency
- Information verification
- Flexible scheduling
- Team collaboration
- CPR certification
- Safety protocol adherence
- Inventory management
- Medication reconciliation
- Patient education
Volunteer Experience
- Arbor Day, Volunteer, 12/01/19
- Immaculate Conception Church, Volunteer, 06/01/19
- Discover USC at Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Volunteer, 04/01/19
- Boo at the Zoo at Columbia's Riverbanks Zoo, Volunteer, 10/01/18
Professional Organizations
- Student Societies of Health System Pharmacists (SSHP), 09/01/22-05/31/22
- American College of Apothecaries, 08/01/20-05/04/24
- National Community Pharmacy Association (NCPA), 01/01/22-05/31/22
- American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP), 08/01/20-08/31/21
Languages
Vietnamese
Professional
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacist, SC
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Mental Health America of South Carolina Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention
Accomplishments
- Plough Scholarship, Fall 2020 – Spring 2023
- SC Palmetto Fellows Scholarship, Fall 2018 – Spring 2022
- President List, Spring 2019
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pharmacy Extern
MUSC Mail Order Pharmacy
03.2024 - 03.2024
Pharmacy Extern
MUSC Children's Hospital
02.2024 - 02.2024
Pharmacy Extern
Jubilant Radiopharm
01.2024 - 01.2024
Pharmacy Extern
Charleston Air Force Base
11.2023 - 11.2023
Pharmacy Extern
MUSC Pharmacy Support Services
10.2023 - 10.2023
Pharmacy Extern
Delta Pharmacy
09.2023 - 09.2023
Pharmacy Extern
Publix Pharmacy #1775
07.2023 - 07.2023
Pharmacy Extern
VA CBOC Goose Creek
06.2023 - 06.2023
Pharmacy Extern
Trident Medical Center
05.2023 - 05.2023
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens Pharmacy #15024
06.2022 - 08.2022
Pharmacy Extern
MUSC Health Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2022
Pharmacy Extern
Naval Health Clinic Charleston (NHCC)
05.2021 - 05.2021
Doctor of Pharmacy -
University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science -
University of South Carolina
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