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CHUKWUNYERE IFEOMA ESTHER

Summary

Experienced pharmacist with several years working in diverse retail and hospital platforms. Skilled at analyzing doctor notes and prescriptions to ensure timely and effective processing of orders. Strongly committed to regulatory compliance and data accuracy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

CHIEF PHARMACIST

LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL
LAGOS, Nigeria
01.2019 - Current
  • Ensure that the right medications are prescribed, dispensed, and administered correctly, considering potential drug interactions, dosing regimens, and patient preferences
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining a formulary that includes appropriate antiretroviral drugs and other medications used in HIV/AIDS treatment
  • Collaborate with medical staff to review and update the formulary regularly based on the latest clinical guidelines and research.

ASSISTANT CHIEF PHARMACIST

LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL
IKEJA, Nigeria
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize medication therapy, conducting medication reviews, and providing drug information to healthcare professionals and patients
  • Involved in managing pharmacy staff, coordinating medication distribution, ensuring proper inventory control, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

PRINCIPAL PHARMACIST

LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL (LASUTH) CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL/CENTER FOR INTEGRATED HEALTH PROGRAM
LAGOS, Nigeria
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Responsible for accurately dispensing antiretroviral medications to patients based on the prescriptions provided by healthcare providers
  • Provide comprehensive education to patients about their antiretroviral medications by explaining the purpose of each medication, potential side effects, proper dosing instructions, and the importance of adherence to the treatment regimen
  • Play a vital role in reinforcing the importance of medication adherence and offering strategies to help patients stick to their treatment plans.

SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST

ST LEO CATHOLIC HOSPITAL
LAGOS, Nigeria
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • By implementing robust medication safety protocols and conducting regular audits, significantly reduced the risk of medication errors, adverse reactions, and drug interactions among patients
  • Worked with healthcare providers to recommend the most appropriate medications for patients based on their medical history, current conditions, and potential drug interactions
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, optimized dispensing workflows, and implemented technology solutions which led to more efficient pharmacy operations.

SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST

ROYAL PHARMACT LTD
LAGOS, Nigeria
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Provided personalized consultations to patients regarding their health conditions, over-the-counter medications, supplements, and lifestyle modifications
  • Reviewed prescriptions to identify any potential errors, interactions, or discrepancies for patient safety and helps prevent adverse drug events
  • Ensured that the right medication, dosage, and instructions are given to the patient.

PHARMACIST INTERN

NATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL IGBOBI
LAGOS, Nigeria
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Assisted in preparing and dispensing medications to patients according to prescriptions provided by physicians
  • This involves accurately measuring and packaging medications, labeling them correctly, and ensuring proper dosage instructions
  • Helped verify the accuracy of medication orders and prescriptions to prevent errors which involved checking for drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications to ensure patient safety.

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGIST

NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS (NYSC)
ZARIA, Nigeria
  • Performed blood tests, urine tests, and other diagnostic procedures to assess overall health and detect any potential medical issues that could impact aviation safety
  • Conducted aviation-specific medical examinations, ensuring that individuals meet the medical standards required for flying
  • Responsible for conducting tests to identify and track infections, as well as implementing preventive measures to contain the spread of illnesses within the college community.

Education

B. PHARM -

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
NSUKKA, ENUGU STATE
12.2010

B.SC CHEMISTRY -

UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE
UMUAHIA, ABIA STATE
12.2003

SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (SSCE) -

MARGARET COVENANT SCHOOL
UMUARIAM OBOWO, IMO STATE
12.1997

Additionalinformation

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT IN HEALTH, HIT PROGRAM, TRAINING ON MANAGEMENT OF ADVANCED HIV DISEASE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN HEALTH, CLINICAL MANAGEMENT OF HIV/AIDS, PrEP TRAINING FOR PROVIDERS IN CLINICAL SETTING, BASIC ART/INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL TRAINING, MANAGEMENT OF ADVANCED HIV DISEASE, True, True, READING, TRAVELLING, DANCING, PHARMACIST COUNCIL OF NIGERIA (PCN), Available on Request

Personal Information

Nationality: Nigerian (Nigeria)

Languages

IGBO, ENGLISH

Timeline

CHIEF PHARMACIST

LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL
01.2019 - Current

ASSISTANT CHIEF PHARMACIST

LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL
01.2018 - 01.2019

PRINCIPAL PHARMACIST

LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL (LASUTH) CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL/CENTER FOR INTEGRATED HEALTH PROGRAM
01.2014 - 01.2017

SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST

ST LEO CATHOLIC HOSPITAL
01.2012 - 01.2014

SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST

ROYAL PHARMACT LTD
01.2011 - 01.2012

PHARMACIST INTERN

NATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL IGBOBI
01.2010 - 01.2011

MEDICAL LAB TECHNOLOGIST

NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS (NYSC)

B. PHARM -

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA

B.SC CHEMISTRY -

UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE

SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (SSCE) -

MARGARET COVENANT SCHOOL

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