Olivia Blue
Dublin,CRF
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Pharmacist with extensive experience at Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service, excelling in patient-centered care and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to enhance pharmacy services through innovative practices and effective communication. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development, leveraging strong organizational skills and a passion for mentoring to elevate team performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service
Sunshine Coast
07.2024 - Current
- Maleny Hospital, Opioid Treatment Program Pharmacist, Dispensary, Mental Health, Geriatrics, General Medicine, General Surgery
- Competent in completing pharmacy services to a high standard throughout the patient journey
- Employ excellent communication skills with staff members and patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Experience in providing training and education to new or inexperienced staff members in addition to mentoring students, intern pharmacists and resident pharmacists
- Experience in providing education and support to medical, nursing, and allied health staff in both operational and clinical areas
- Proficient in reviewing policies and procedures local to the Sunshine Coast Health Service and identifying ways to incorporate innovative ideas to ensure the needs of patients are met
- Participate in the identification, development and implementation of quality and service improvement activities to enhance Pharmacy Services
Clinical Pharmacist & SHPA Resident
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service
Sunshine Coast
02.2021 - 07.2024
- Dispensary, General Medicine, Surgical Services, Stroke/Neurology/Geriatrics
- Deliver clinical pharmacy services within a rostered clinical area and within the dispensary as part of a multidisciplinary team under direction of Pharmacy Team Leaders
- Efficiently undertake routine professional pharmacy tasks within established protocols, including Admission History (PAHN) in ieMR including reconciling against MAR, documenting clinical pharmacist recommendations, medication action planning, medication discharge planning, dispensing, counselling, and liaising with community providers
- Develop clinical practice knowledge and expertise through active learning and by engaging in professional development activities
- Demonstrate a high level of communication skills within healthcare team and with patients/clients
- Actively support and promote the Pharmacy service to internal and external customers
- Provide education and training to medical and nursing staff, other pharmacists, pre-registered pharmacists, and undergraduate students
Intern and Clinical Pharmacist
Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service
Hervey Bay
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Deliver evidence-based clinical pharmacy services within an allocated clinical area on a rotational basis including medical, surgical, rehabilitation, mental health wards as well as dispensary in accordance with professional and ethical standards
- Provide input into development of clinical practices, procedures and protocols within the Pharmacy Services and participate in quality and service improvement activities to continually improve patient care
- Actively participate in pharmacy and multidisciplinary ward teams, using effective communication skills appropriate for within the healthcare team and for patients
- Participate in a prescribing working group at Maryborough Correctional Centre with aim to develop a consensus approach to prescribing, anchored on sound clinical guidelines while embracing principals of equivalence, equity, and safety
- Apply theoretical knowledge to day-to-day practice of hospital pharmacy
- Demonstrate interpersonal and effective communication skills with staff and patients, to provide medication information and counselling according to professional standards
- Work as an active member of the health care team, whilst carrying out duties with initiative and responsibility
- Demonstrate excellent time management and organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously where appropriate
- Actively participate in a working environment supporting employment equity, anti-discrimination, occupational health and safety and ethical behaviours
Pharmacy Assistant
TerryWhite Chemmart Keperra Compounding
Keperra, QLD
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Work as part of a team in a busy dispensary, performing tasks such as dispensing scripts using MINFOS dispensing software, compounding simple items, providing medication counselling, consulting heavily with doctors and nursing homes and management of MPS roll patients.
- Deliver patient focussed primary healthcare by directly consulting with customers and utilising resources such as eMIMs, AMH and APF22.
- Use time management and organisation skills to ensure daily tasks are met while professionally prioritising customer’s needs.
Pharmacy Assistant
Amcal Plus Warratah Villiage
Newcastle, NSW
04.2015 - 12.2017
- Deliver patient focused, quality health services to the Queensland community.
- Develop further skills in my approach to problem solving and finding solutions to challenging situations.
- Continue to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Interested in furthering professional credentials.
Education
Society of Hospital Pharmacists (SHPA) Residency Program -
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia07.2024
University of Queensland Intern Program -
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD, Australia01.2020
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) -
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW, Australia01.2018
Skills
- Able to work as an active part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care
- Efficiency and dedication in the workplace, working to the best of my capabilities on every task
- Thriving in team environments, especially when it comes to problem and conflict resolution
- Working with and relating to a diverse range of people
- I am open to constructive feedback and actively seeking out improvements, both in relation to my own skills and team operations, so as to become a more valuable and effective team member
- Organization and time management on tasks, balanced with a flexible and open mind in adapting to new and changing situations
- A reliable, sociable, and friendly person who enjoys helping others
References
- Ellen Garthe, Assistant Director of Pharmacy, Nambour General Hospital, (07) 5470 5806, ellen.garthe@health.qld.gov.au
- Sandy Johnston, Acting Assistant Director of Pharmacy, Nambour General Hospital, (07) 5470 5806, sandy.johnston@health.qld.gov.au
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/17/94
Professional Development
- Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Pharmaceutical Defence Limited (PDL) Insurance
- Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA)
- Vaccinated against VPD including COVID-19
- Mandatory QLD Health Training (Learning online), 01/31/25
- Medications Management abstract submission, 07/31/24
- 'Stroke Lysis: A Case Study' presentation to SCUH Pharmacists, 04/30/23
- SHPA Extension Seminar in Laboratory Functions, 03/31/23
- 'Electrolyte Case Study' presentation to SCUH Pharmacists, 09/30/22
- 'Role of a Surgical Pharmacist' presentation to Surgical Nursing staff, 06/30/22
- SHPA Extension Seminar in Clinical Medication Management, 05/31/22
- 'High Risk Medication Management' presentation to Mental Health Nursing staff, 08/31/21
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service
07.2024 - Current
Clinical Pharmacist & SHPA Resident
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service
02.2021 - 07.2024
Intern and Clinical Pharmacist
Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service
01.2019 - 02.2021
Pharmacy Assistant
TerryWhite Chemmart Keperra Compounding
07.2018 - 12.2018
Pharmacy Assistant
Amcal Plus Warratah Villiage
04.2015 - 12.2017
Society of Hospital Pharmacists (SHPA) Residency Program -
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
University of Queensland Intern Program -
University of Queensland
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) -
University of Newcastle
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