Deasiah Hollis
Spartanburg
Summary
Dedicated Clinical Pharmacist with expertise in medication reconciliation, patient education, and clinical decision-making. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes through collaboration and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Spartanburg Medical Center - Mary Black
Spartanburg, SC
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted medication therapy management including monitoring of vancomycin and aminoglycosides, renally dosed medications, anticoagulation therapy and IV to PO conversions to optimize patient outcomes and enhance therapeutic effectiveness.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized medication plans for diverse patient populations including advisement during drug supply shortages.
- Increased patient satisfaction by ensuring timely preparation and delivery of medications.
- Enhanced antimicrobial stewardship by evaluating documented beta-lactam allergies for potential delabeling and broadening of treatment options.
- Reviewed and verified medication orders for accuracy, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Provided drug information and education to medical staff, patients, and caregivers on medication usage and side effects.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing medication errors and improving pharmacy operations.
- Mentored pharmacy interns, IPPE and APPE pharmacy students, pharmacy technician students, and new staff on clinical practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to standardize processes across systems to optimize continuity of care.
- Advised physicians on how to properly dose medications.
- Streamlined medication reconciliation process, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
Pharmacist, Per Diem
Spartanburg Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by providing medication therapy management and comprehensive pharmaceutical care to diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized medication plans for diverse patient populations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical pharmacy services within the organization.
- Increased patient satisfaction by ensuring timely preparation and delivery of medications.
- Advised physicians on how to properly dose medications.
- Streamlined medication reconciliation process, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident
Spartanburg Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize medication therapy management for diverse patient populations.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, providing pharmaceutical expertise to improve patient care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive medication reviews to ensure patient safety and therapeutic effectiveness.
- Developed and delivered presentations on pharmacotherapy topics to healthcare professionals and staff.
- Analyzed drug utilization trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved prescribing practices.
- Presented findings from research studies at conferences, seminars, and other professional gatherings, fostering knowledge sharing among peers in the industry.
- Conducted research projects to advance the field of pharmacy practice and contribute to improved patient care methodologies.
- Enhanced medication safety by conducting thorough drug utilization reviews and providing appropriate recommendations.
- Assisted with medication order verification processes to ensure accuracy in dispensing while adhering to relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Served as a preceptor for pharmacy students and interns, providing guidance, mentorship, and hands-on training in various aspects of clinical pharmacy practice.
Education
PGY-1 - Pharmacy
Spartanburg Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC06-2022
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
South University School of Pharmacy
Columbia, SC06-2021
Skills
- Patient care optimization
- Drug utilization review
- Medication reconciliation
- Therapeutic drug monitoring
- Team development
- Pharmacotherapy management
- Patient education
- Staff supervision
- Hospital staff support
- Delegating assignments
- Clinical decision making
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Spartanburg Medical Center - Mary Black
05.2023 - Current
Pharmacist, Per Diem
Spartanburg Medical Center
07.2022 - 05.2023
PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident
Spartanburg Medical Center
07.2021 - 06.2022
PGY-1 - Pharmacy
Spartanburg Medical Center
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
South University School of Pharmacy
Leadership
- 2025 Inpatient Process Improvement Lead