Lahja Nambahu
Swakopmund, Erongo
Summary
Capable pharmacist well-versed in collaborating with patients and healthcare team members to help alleviate symptoms and address root causes of medical issues. Experienced in calculating doses, preparing compounds and securing storage to protect inventories. Knowledgeable about planning medication interventions, caring for patients and optimizing therapy choices. Expertise in dosages and customization of care plans. Successful at educating patients and improving physician knowledge to maximize treatment success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Pharmacist
Swakopmund State Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2017
- Learned how to use the electronic dispensing software used in Namibian state hospitals
- Participated in thorough counselling of patients
- Learned how to use the Electronic dispensing software
- Prepared in-patient orders for the wards.
Student Pharmacist
Katutura State Hospital
12.2019 - 12.2019
- Participating in hospital ward rounds
- Preparing and dispensing drugs to patients at both the main pharmacy and the ART pharmacy
- Preparing in-patient orders from the wards
- Carrying out ward inspections.
Student Pharmacist
Fabupharm Pharmaceutical Company
06.2019
- Observing and participating in the manufacturing of drugs as well as the packaging process
- Carrying out quality control tests
- Observing the importance of quality assurance in the manufacturing of drugs.
Student Pharmacist
Pama Pharmacy, Oshakati
12.2018
- Learned how to use the UNISOLV dispensing software
- Prepared and dispensed drug orders per physician request according to established policies and procedures
- Consulted patients on prescription and non-prescription medications
- Checking and removing of expired medications on shelves
- Processing of medical aid claims.
Pharmacist, 2nd in Charge
Mediclinic Hospital Swakopmund
10.2023 - Current
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Served as a drug information resource for healthcare professionals, improving prescribing practices across the institution.
- Contributed to antimicrobial stewardship efforts by monitoring antibiotic usage patterns and making recommendations for targeted improvements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
- Evaluated medication regimens for complex patients, identifying potential drug interactions and devising alternative treatment strategies when necessary.
- Educated patients on proper medication use and adherence, leading to improved health outcomes and decreased hospital readmissions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing medication therapy management and comprehensive pharmaceutical care to diverse patient populations.
Pharmacist
Medicine World Pharmacy
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted patients with over-the-counter medication recommendations and responded to questions concerning drug interactions.
- Reduced medication errors through diligent prescription review and verification processes.
- Ensured accurate dispensing of controlled substances, maintaining strict compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Mentored pharmacy interns to foster their growth as future professionals, sharing knowledge of best practices and real-world experience.
- Spearheaded an initiative to offer clinical services such as blood pressure monitoring, weight loss counseling, and diabetes education.
- Streamlined prescription filling process for faster service, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
Junior Pharmacist
Medicine World Eros Pharmacy
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Dispensing of prescriptions and over the counter medication to patients
- Ordering and maintenance of pharmacy stock
- Screening prescriptions for errors and ensuring appropriate and safe dosing for patients
- Dispensing of schedule 4 medication and ensuring schedule 4 register is filled in daily and medication quantities balance
- Compounding of mixtures as prescribed
- Educating patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration of their medication.
Junior Pharmacist
Rhino Park Private Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Dispensing to both in patients and out patients
- Ordering and maintenance of pharmacy stock
- Dispensing of schedule 3 and 4 medication to the wards
- Being on call during the evenings as well as on weekends
- Compounding of mixtures as prescribed
- Screening prescriptions for errors and ensuring appropriate and safe dosing for patients
- Assisting hospital staff with medicine related questions
- Proofreading and signing of scripts dispensed by pharmacist assistants
- Obtaining of medical aid authorizations.
Pharmacist Intern
Otavita Pharmacy, Otavi
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Screening prescriptions to make sure they are legally and clinically accurate
- Dispensing prescriptions as well as over the counter medication
- Processing of medical aid claims
- Ordering, receiving and maintenance of the pharmacy stock
- Dispensing, ordering and maintenance of schedule 4 medication
- Assisting in supervision and orientation of new pharmacy personnel
- Offering information to patients and other health care professionals regarding dosages, side effects, drug interactions and appropriate storage
- Compounding of creams and other mixtures as prescribed
- Measuring of blood pressure and glucose levels and offering appropriate advice to patients
- Performing administrative tasks such as filing of prescriptions and keeping patient files up to date.
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hon) -
University of Namibia
12.2020
Bachelor of Science in Applied Biochemistry (Hon) Biomedical -
University of Namibia
12.2016
Grade 12 -
Oshigambo High School
12.2015
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Reliability
- Mathematical skills
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Medication Safety Advocacy
- Inventory Management
- Medication Therapy Management
- Antimicrobial stewardship
Languages
English
Oshiwambo
Afrikaans
Personal Information
- ID Number: 98060500457
- Date of Birth: 06/05/98
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Namibian
Publications
- Rapid assessment of the potential paucity and price increases for suggested medicines and protection equipment for COVID-19 across developing countries with a particular focus on Africa and the implications Frontiers in pharmacology, 2020
- Activities in Namibia to limit the impact of COVID-19 versus Europe and Iran and the implications for the future Federation of Infection Societies/Healthcare Infection Society International, 2020
References
- Ms Jovitha Shivera, Mediclinic Hospital Swakomund, Responsible Pharmacist, +264 81 287 6198
- Mrs Marcelle Malherbe, Rhino Park Private Hospital, Responsible Pharmacist, +264 85 122 0255
- Mrs Estelle Oosthuysen, Otavita Pharmacy, Responsible Pharmacist, +264 81 273 4606
- Dr Dan Kibuule, previous dean of the school of pharmacy (UNAM), +256 771 283 093
Timeline
Pharmacist, 2nd in Charge
Mediclinic Hospital Swakopmund
10.2023 - Current
Pharmacist
Medicine World Pharmacy
05.2022 - 06.2023
Junior Pharmacist
Medicine World Eros Pharmacy
05.2022 - 06.2023
Junior Pharmacist
Rhino Park Private Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2022
Pharmacist Intern
Otavita Pharmacy, Otavi
01.2021 - 01.2022
Student Pharmacist
Katutura State Hospital
12.2019 - 12.2019
Student Pharmacist
Fabupharm Pharmaceutical Company
06.2019
Student Pharmacist
Pama Pharmacy, Oshakati
12.2018
Student Pharmacist
Swakopmund State Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hon) -
University of Namibia
Bachelor of Science in Applied Biochemistry (Hon) Biomedical -
University of Namibia
Grade 12 -
Oshigambo High School
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