Process Improvement Pharmacy Manager
Resume:
Amanda Ruggeri
Cleveland GA ****8
Mobile: 618-***-****
Email: ad3lro@r.postjobfree.com
To obtain a pharmacist position within a hospital, long-term care, retail or clinical setting to further advance my career as a Registered Pharmacist.
Experience:
Southern Illinois Healthcare
200 W Jackson St
Carbondale IL 62901
01/22-Present
$82.31 per hour
Hours per week: Varies; up to 40
Clinical Pharmacist
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Safety
Manages processes effectively in regard to employee/patient safety.
Record Keeping
Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, logs, files and other documents as required, including but not limited to payroll, schedules and status changes.
Process Improvement
Promotes a culture of process improvement by establishing unit/department based programs that supports the systems process improvement goals.
Actively participates on system-wide or hospital-based teams.
Role Specific Responsibilities
Educates patients on medication usage.
Maintains records, processes and monitors narcotic usage.
Monitors drug therapy, takes an active role in drug utilization, intervenes on the patients behalf, as necessary, including conferring with providers and other caregivers about therapy, and documents those interventions.
Obtains and maintains competence in pharmacy, including assigned areas and required continuing education.
Oversees technician staff.
Participates in community health related events.
Participates in work assignments at other SIH facilities.
Prepares IV admixtures and other medications.
Reviews, interprets, and processes provider medication orders.
Walmart
07/16-01/22
1713 S. Park Ave.
Herrin, IL 62948 United States
Salary: $155,000.00 USD Per Year
Hours per week: 40
Pharmacy Manager
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Oversee daily operations with a retail pharmacy setting. During my time as the Pharmacy Manager, I have held many responsibilities. In addition to the common objectives that the Staff Pharmacists are responsible for, I oversee the implementation and participate in community outreach programs. I provide pharmaceutical care to customers by processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders, counseling customers regarding health care and prescription medication needs, maintaining confidential information, maintaining controlled medication and required documentation. I provide supervision and development opportunities for employees in assigned areas by selecting, training, mentoring, assigning duties, providing performance feedback, providing recognition, and ensuring diversity awareness. I drive sales and profit in the Pharmacy and OTC areas by ensuring effective merchandise preparation, including accurate and competitive pricing, proper signing, in-stock and inventory levels, budgeting and forecasting sales, developing and maintaining cross functional relationships, and assessing economic trends and demographics. During my tenure as the Pharmacy Manager, I have scheduled staff to ensure proper coverage of all shifts, including registered pharmacy technicians. I use consultations to appropriately and courteously answer any questions of the customers. I also ensure that all patients' confidentiality is secured both electronically, in print, and in person by following the HIPAA guidelines as well as company protocols. I have made it a point to make sure that myself and staff safely functioned within a pharmacy setting. This included proper disposal of any bio-hazard materials. During my tenure as the Pharmacy Manager, I deal with a multitude of customers (young and old) and make sure each person was assisted in not only a timely manner but also a courteous, professional manner. I am trained in the administering of the Covid-19 Vaccinations and have trained all of my Pharmacy Technicians in the practice. Our Pharmacy was awarded with the Pharmacy of the Year award in 2020 in the Southern Illinois Region.
UnitedRx
04/15-07/16
120 N. Tower Rd.
Carbondale, IL 62901 United States
04/2015-07/2016
Salary: $147,680.00 USD Per Year
Hours per Week: 40
Pharmacy Manager
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills:
Oversee a Staff of (8) eight Pharmacy Technicians and (2) two drivers within a long-term care pharmacy setting. I supervise a staff that is highly trained to dispense medications, follow federal and state laws and regulations, and ensure that all of the patients at our 14 nursing homes pharmaceutical needs are met in a professional and timely manner. I handle disciplinary issues, hand out promotions, and make staffing decisions based solely on my knowledge and experiences. I ensure that all federal and state laws and regulations are followed and self-report these if any are known to arise. I conduct and submit inventories as required by central office and I also maintain proper and accurate records in case of federal or state audits. I control the controlled substance and narcotics inventories and order all stock for the pharmacy when it is needed. I speak directly with Directors of Nursing throughout the 14 nursing homes we supply to correct any issues and continuously keep that line of communication open. Working within this environment, along with my retail experiences as a manager, has helped me become a more well-rounded pharmacist and a more efficient manager. I am knowledgeable and follow all current laws and regulations that regulate the pharmacy practice including controlled substances as well as pharmacy security (ex; HIPAA). In addition, I have skills in monitoring and assessing drug interactions as well as ensuring that labs and other pertinent patient information is included in the formulary decisions for each nursing home patient on a case by case basis.
Walmart
919 Giacone Dr.
Benton, IL 62812 United States
03/2013 – 04/2015
Salary: $147,680.00 USD Per Year
Hours per week: 40
Pharmacy Manager
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills:
Oversee daily operations with a retail pharmacy setting. During my time as the Pharmacy Manager, I have held many responsibilities. In addition to the common objectives that the Staff Pharmacists are responsible for, I oversee the implementation and participate in community outreach programs. Provide pharmaceutical care to customers by processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders, counseling customers regarding health care and prescription medication needs, maintaining confidential information, maintaining controlled medication and required documentation. I Provide supervision and development opportunities for employees in assigned areas by selecting, training, mentoring, assigning duties, providing performance feedback, providing recognition, and ensuring diversity awareness. I drive sales and profit in the Pharmacy and OTC areas by ensuring effective merchandise preparation, including accurate and competitive pricing, proper signing, in-stock and inventory levels, budgeting and forecasting sales, developing and maintaining cross functional relationships, and assessing economic trends and demographics. During my tenure as the Pharmacy Manager, my pharmacy was 2nd in the Region in sales and customer service rating during FY 2013. I also scheduled staff to ensure proper coverage of all staff, including registered pharmacy technicians. I use consultations to appropriately and courteously answer any questions of the customers. Ensure that all patients' confidentiality is secured both electronically, in print, and in person by following the HIPAA guidelines as well as company protocols. I also ensured that myself and staff safely functioned within a pharmacy setting. This included proper disposal of any bio-hazard materials. During my tenure as the Pharmacy Manager, I deal with a multitude of customers (young and old) and make sure each person was dealt with in not only a timely manner but also a courteous, professional manner.
During FY 2014, Walmart began administering vaccinations. I completed the required training and follow the proper protocols and procedures during the administration of the vaccines. Prior to the implementation of the vaccination program I completed the steps necessary to ensure that all the possible issues were addressed and the proper protocols were in place before beginning the administration of vaccines.
**I worked as a Staff Pharmacist, with similar duties and responsibilities, for Walmart from October 2000 until promoted to Pharmacy Manager in March 2013.**
Education:
St. Louis College of Pharmacy St. Louis, MO United States
Professional 05/2000
GPA: 2.5 of a maximum 4.0
Credits Earned: 120 Semester hours
Major: Pharmacy Minor: N/A
Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications: Pharmacology
Job Related Training:
Vaccination Training: Yearly
CPR Training: Yearly
MTM Training (Periodically throughout entire career)
Continuing Education courses (Periodically throughout entire career)
Clinical Rotation at the VA in Marion, IL to complete degree requirements
Affiliations:
American Pharmacists Association - Member
References:
Rhonda Herrmann Walmart Pharmacist 618-***-****
Carrie Wiggins
Trista DiGiacomo
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