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Vishal Pallasena

Branchburg,NJ

Summary

Dedicated, hard-working, and compassionate student nurse with experience in the acute care setting and strong working knowledge of commonly prescribed medications. Consistently prioritizes strong interpersonal communication, empathy, and patience as a means to develop strong relationships with patients and colleagues. Driven to continually improve both individual efforts and system-wide processes to ensure optimal healthcare outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Overlook Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from healthcare providers.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and compounded sterile medications with absolute accuracy and adherence to aseptic procedures.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists and nurses to troubleshoot medication and OmniCell issues

Student Nurse

William Paterson University
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • St. Peter's University Hospital: Medical-Surgical (New Brunswick, NJ) (August 2022, July-August 2023)
  • Hackensack University Medical Center: Critical Care (Hackensack, NJ) (May 2023)
  • St. Clare's Health: Psychiatry (Dover, NJ) (November 2022)
  • St. Clare's Health: Medical-Surgical (Denville, NJ) (September-October 2022)
  • Hackensack University Medical Center: Obstetrics/Gynecology (Hackensack, NJ) (August 2022)


Pharmacy Technician/Inventory Specialist

CVS Health
08.2012 - 05.2019


  • Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ
08.2023

Skills

  • Pyxis and OmniCell System Familiarity
  • Strong Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Strong Pharmacological Background and Medication Knowledge
  • Organization, Prioritization, and Delegation
  • Vital Sign Assessment
  • Working Knowledge of Medical Equipment
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Measuring Medication Dosages

Certification

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certified (April 2022-current)
  • CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician (Current)

Timeline

Student Nurse

William Paterson University
08.2022 - 08.2023

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Overlook Medical Center
06.2019 - Current

Pharmacy Technician/Inventory Specialist

CVS Health
08.2012 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

William Paterson University
Vishal Pallasena