Flora Ruto
Eldoret
Summary
Hardworking and decisive leader proficient in treatment planning, patient care and optimization techniques. Well-versed in dosing levels to meet individual patient needs. Adept at educating patients and clinicians alike to bring about best possible incomes.
Background includes clinical reviews, patient counseling and physician support for effective dosages. Familiar with contraindications, interactions and side effects of a wide range of treatments.
Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Organized and motivated while eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
Eldoret, Kenya
03.2017 - Current
- Reviewed patient medical records for drug allergies, interactions, and contraindications to ensure safe medication use.
- Monitored drug therapies by reviewing laboratory values and adjusting medications as needed.
- Provided education to patients on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and storage instructions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients.
- Conducted regular reviews of medication profiles to identify possible adverse reactions or duplications in therapy.
- Maintained a current knowledge base of pharmaceuticals through continuing education activities and literature review.
- Investigated drug information requests from health care providers including indications, dosing regimens, contraindications, interactions, adverse reactions.
- Developed policies and procedures related to clinical pharmacy services at the facility.
- Educated nursing staff on proper administration techniques of various medications used within the facility.
- Assessed medication appropriateness using evidence-based guidelines along with patient specific factors such as age, weight, concurrent diagnosis.
- Provided counseling to patients regarding their medications including appropriate administration techniques as well as potential side effects or allergic reactions that may occur.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
Pharmacist Supervisor
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
Eldoret, Kenya
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Provided oversight and guidance to pharmacy staff, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Created reports detailing medication inventory levels, sales, and other metrics.
- Reviewed drug orders for accuracy prior to dispensing medications to customers.
- Maintained records of controlled substances dispensed according to state requirements.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through generic substitution or therapeutic interchange when appropriate.
- Developed strategies for maximizing profits while maintaining excellent patient care services.
Sterile Processing Manager
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
Eldoret, Kenya
07.2013 - 12.2014
- Managed and coordinated the daily operations of a sterile processing department, including scheduling staff and assigning duties.
- Performed quality assurance checks to ensure that all instruments were properly sterilized and maintained.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for decontamination, cleaning, packaging, sterilization, storage, distribution and inventory control of sterile supplies.
- Monitored compliance with safety protocols such as proper gowning techniques, hand washing practices, biohazardous waste disposal regulations.
- Conducted regular training sessions to ensure personnel are up-to-date on best practices in sterile processing.
Hospital Pharmacist
Moi Teaching and Referral
Eldoret, Kenya
03.2010 - 03.2013
- Provided medication and pharmaceutical services to inpatients and outpatients.
- Maintained accurate records of medications dispensed, including dosage information, patient instructions, and cost.
- Ordered, stocked, labeled, and stored drugs in accordance with hospital policies.
- Evaluated prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Counseled patients on drug interactions, side effects, dosage regimens, storage requirements, and other related matters.
- Monitored drug therapies by reviewing patient profiles and providing feedback to physicians regarding therapeutic outcomes.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Clinical Pharmacy
MTRH School of Health Sciences
Eldoret04-2018
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Nairobi
Nairobi12-2008
Master of Science - Clinical Pharmacy
University of Manchester
United Kingdom 09.2020 - 09.2023
Skills
- Patient Care Optimization
- Treatment Monitoring
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Pharmaceutical Compounding
- Pharmaceutical Supply Ordering
- Intern Management
- Staff Supervision
- Customer Service
Affiliations
- Member of various hospital committees e.g inspection and acceptance Involved in ensuring that the correct quantity of the goods are received, the technical standards defined in the contract have been delivered or completed on time, ensure that all required manuals or documentation has been received; and issue interim or completion certificates or goods received notes, as appropriate and in accordance with the contract. Member of disposal committee-Involved in verification and processing of all disposal recommendations in liaison with the head of procurement function.
- Art lover- I have a keen guy for various types of art and love painting and pencil drawing.
- Avid gym goer- I believe in moving my body and strength training for longevity and keeping my mental health in check.
Accomplishments
- I was nominated and awarded as best employee of the year 2018 in our department.
- I was the ISO representative for 2 years prior to pursuing my higher education.
Certification
- MSc Clinical Pharmacy
- Postgraduate Dip Clinical Pharmacy
- BSc Pharmacy
- Pharmacy and Poisons Board Certified Pharmacist
- Internal Audit QMS Certificate
- Diabetes Educator Certificate
- Data Analyst Certificate
Languages
English
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Science - Clinical Pharmacy
University of Manchester
09.2020 - 09.2023
Clinical Pharmacist
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
03.2017 - Current
Pharmacist Supervisor
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2017
Sterile Processing Manager
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
07.2013 - 12.2014
Hospital Pharmacist
Moi Teaching and Referral
03.2010 - 03.2013
- MSc Clinical Pharmacy
- Postgraduate Dip Clinical Pharmacy
- BSc Pharmacy
- Pharmacy and Poisons Board Certified Pharmacist
- Internal Audit QMS Certificate
- Diabetes Educator Certificate
- Data Analyst Certificate
Post Graduate Diploma - Clinical Pharmacy
MTRH School of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Nairobi
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