Katherine Stafford

Concentrated on patient calls to foster clear communication, confirming patients fully understand their medications and treatment plans. Partnered with the pharmacy district to remotely verify new prescriptions for other pharmacies, ensuring seamless access to care for all patients in the area.

Conducted Medication Therapy Management (MTM) on the Outcome platform to enhance patient adherence and optimize treatment outcomes. Administered vaccinations to help safeguard the health and well-being of the community.

Counseled patients on their new medications, ensuring understanding of directions and increasing likelihood of proper usage. Led and mentored pharmacy technicians to streamline and enhance workflow efficiency.

Conducted intensive MTM services, including comprehensive medication reviews (CMRs) for patients with chronic conditions. Monitored key metrics like blood glucose levels, blood pressure, and international normalized ratio (INR) results, providing recommendations for adjustments.

Leveraged MTM outcomes to consistently complete 3-5 therapeutic interventions and pharmacist services (TIPS) and 2-4 CMRs per week. Administered an average of 18 vaccines weekly, providing essential immunization services to a diverse patient population.

Contributed to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the administration of oral COVID-19 medications, ensuring compliance and safety in patient care. Provided consultation for an average of 15 long-term care patients weekly, conducting comprehensive medication regimen reviews to optimize treatment plans.

Conducted an average of three annual wellness visits per clinic day. Provided diabetes medication education and strategies.

Conducted up to eight inpatient consultations daily. Reviewed alerts from the clinical surveillance system Vigilanz® to ensure patient safety.

Performed 2-3 INR tests daily, adjusting warfarin doses as needed to maintain optimal therapeutic levels. Engaged with patients daily to develop and implement personalized prevention strategies.

Participated in daily rounds with the inpatient care team, contributing to patient assessments and treatment planning. Monitored patient progress over time, providing recommendations on medication regimens, and addressing any drug-related inquiries.

Assisted uninsured patients in accessing resources to help them afford their medications. Reviewed high-risk, high-cost medications to assess affordability for patient upon discharge.

Conducted initial pharmacist assessments for patients initiating new medications. Contributed to MTM outcomes for patients enrolled in the 340B drug pricing program who received most of their medications at this pharmacy.

Conducted weekly check-in calls with elderly community members to ensure adequate access to food, medications, and transportation to doctor’s appointments. Provided counseling to patients on lifestyle modifications and new medication regimens during clinic visits.

Worked collaboratively as part of an interprofessional team of students and faculty to provide expert guidance to the medical team on optimal medication therapies. Engaged in interdisciplinary huddles with pharmacists, nurses, healthcare providers, social workers, and community volunteers to share insights and learn from each other’s experiences.

Optimized inpatient pharmacy workflow by efficiently dispensing medications through the Pyxis and Talyst systems. Prepared IV medications in USP 797 Compliant clean rooms.

Provided support in compounding specialized medications for neonatal and pediatric patients. Partnered with pharmacists to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the safe and effective use of hazardous compounding.

Completed a rigorous Doctor of Pharmacy program, gaining expertise in pharmaceutical care. Focused on patient-centered care, medication therapy management, and drug dispensing.

Majored in Biochemistry, building a strong foundation in scientific principles. Developed analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to healthcare and research.