Noel Niyigena
Kigali
Summary
Knowledgeable professional pharmacist with robust background in community pharmacy, ensuring optimal patient care and medication management. Successfully implemented health outreach programs, improving community health outcomes, especially caregiving to Geriatric patients. Demonstrated proficiency in patient counseling and medication therapy management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Service Pharmacist
J&M Pharmacy
01.2023 - Current
- Perform daily health checks, including pregnancy test, blood pressure, blood sugar level and BMI
- Patients screening for allergies and interactions
- Review and fulfilling the patient's medical prescriptions
- Communicating with prescribers to discuss drugs interactions and incompatibilities issues with patient prescriptions
- Caregiver, conducting morning visits to geriatric patients in their homes to administer medications and monitor vital signs.
- Monitor 100% pharmacy activities and patients satisfactions
- Educated patients on the proper use of prescription medications, over-the-counter products, and medical devices for optimal results.
- Promoted adherence to treatment plans by developing personalized strategies for patients struggling with chronic conditions or multiple medications.
- Improved overall community health by organizing and participating in various outreach programs, such as immunization clinics and wellness screenings.
- Advocated for patient needs within interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual requirements.
Responsible Pharmacist
Rwanda Charity Eye Hospital
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided patients with expert guidance to ensure safe medication use.
- Delivered patient counseling, enhancing medication adherence.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy to ensure patient safety.
- Identified potential drug interactions, safeguarding patient health.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Monitored patient health outcomes, providing adjustments to therapy as necessary.
- Prepared compounded medications for customized patient care.
- Developed educational materials for patients to better understand their medications.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
Intern Community Pharmacist
Arome Pharmacy LTD
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Dispense prescription medications accurately and ensure proper labeling and instructions
- Manage inventory, including ordering, stocking, and handling medications, ensuring compliance with storage requirements
- Provide guidance to the patients on the proper use, dosage, and potential side effects of medications
- Conduct comprehensive medication reviews to identify and resolve potential drug interactions or contraindications
- Work closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care
- Educate patients on recognizing adverse effects and instruct them on when to seek further medical help
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Rwanda
Huye, Rwanda 11.2022
Skills
- Immunization administration
- Caregiver to Geriatric patients
- Medication management
- Compounding medications
- Therapeutic drug monitoring
- Medication therapy management
- Medication storage optimization
- Clinical decision making
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Advising and educating patients
LANGUAGE SKILLS
French
Elementary
A2
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Community Service Pharmacist
J&M Pharmacy
01.2023 - Current
Responsible Pharmacist
Rwanda Charity Eye Hospital
11.2022 - 08.2023
Intern Community Pharmacist
Arome Pharmacy LTD
09.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Rwanda
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