Aranya Prasannakumar
Sydney,Canada
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong foundation as a Pharmacist in India and hands-on experience as a Long-Term Care Assistant in Canada. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Seeking an opportunity to leverage clinical knowledge, medication management skills, and compassionate caregiving abilities to contribute meaningfully to resident care and the healthcare team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long-Term Care Assistant
Northside Community Guest Home
North Sydney, Canada
08.2024 - Current
- Assist in admission, transfer and discharge of residents
- Foster a safe and comfortable environment, promoting dignity and independence.
- Monitor residents' well-being, reporting changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborate with staff to ensure consistent, high-quality care delivery.
- Answered patient call bells promptly and responded to requests for assistance with a positive attitude.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas within the facility.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Provided companionship to patients by talking, listening and engaging in activities such as reading or playing board games.
- Reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff immediately.
- Transported patients to appointments or other locations using wheelchairs or stretchers.
Caregiver
Osprey Angels Homecare Services
Sydney, Canada
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided individualized care to clients, ensuring safety and emotional support.
- Assisted with grooming, dressing, and mobility while promoting mental engagement.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
Pharmacist (Part time)
Med House Pharma
Kottayam, India
02.2020 - 04.2023
- Dispensed and reviewed prescriptions for safety and compliance.
- Provided medication counseling and education to patients.
- Managed inventory and collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Verified accuracy of prescription labels before dispensing medications.
- Provided medication counseling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
- Analyzed physician's medication orders for correctness according to policy guidelines.
- Organized inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels for all products carried by the pharmacy.
Assistant Professor
Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, CPAS
Kottayam, India
11.2018 - 04.2023
- Designed and delivered lectures on pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, and clinical pharmacy.
- Supervised and mentored undergraduate and postgraduate students in academic and research projects.
- Conducted research on drug formulations and therapeutic interventions, contributing to publications and academic conferences.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop and update course curriculum, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
- Organized workshops and seminars to enhance students' practical and theoretical knowledge.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development initiatives to ensure academic excellence.
- Advocated for students through participation in committees focused on faculty-student interactions.
Pharmacist
Matha Hospitals
Kottayam, India
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Counseled patients on proper medication use and storage.
- Conducted drug utilization reviews for safety and efficacy.
- Supported the preparation of compounded medications and managed patient records.
- Performed administrative duties such as updating patient information or submitting insurance claims forms.
- Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Healthcare Management
Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS04.2025
Master of Pharmacy - Pharmacology
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala, India01.2017
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala, India01.2015
Skills
- Medication management
- Inventory management
- Healthcare collaboration
- Dementia care
- Client confidentiality
- Conflict resolution
- Complex Problem-solving
- Patient counseling
- Clinical research
- Drug inventory management
- Healthcare management
- Animal models expertise
- Toxicology
- In vivo studies
- In vitro studies
- Cellular assays
Affiliations
Registered Pharmacist, Kerala State Pharmacy Council, India
Certification
- First Aid & CPR (National CPR Foundation)
- Food Safety Certification
- Diploma in Caregiving
- Certificate in Dementia Care and Management
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care Certification.
- WHMIS
Timeline
Long-Term Care Assistant
Northside Community Guest Home
08.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Osprey Angels Homecare Services
08.2023 - 08.2024
Pharmacist (Part time)
Med House Pharma
02.2020 - 04.2023
Assistant Professor
Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, CPAS
11.2018 - 04.2023
Pharmacist
Matha Hospitals
01.2018 - 11.2018
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Healthcare Management
Cape Breton University
Master of Pharmacy - Pharmacology
Mahatma Gandhi University
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Mahatma Gandhi University