Pharmacist in Nicholasville, KY

A pharmacist position is available for a contract opportunity in Nicholasville, KY, offering the chance to utilize clinical expertise and pharmacy operations experience in a hospital setting. This role focuses on maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant medication management that supports patient care and hospital pharmacy standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing adequate drug supplies, ordering medications timely, and adhering to procurement procedures for routine and emergency use
• Completing annual inventory and monthly inspections of pharmacy and patient care medication areas
• Complying with all federal and state pharmacy laws and maintaining strict control and documentation of all dispensed medications, including controlled substances
• Preparing, labeling, and dispensing medications accurately, with competency oversight for parenteral products
• Participating in formulary development and providing updated drug lists to professional staff
• Counseling patients and caregivers on discharge medications, including providing written educational materials
• Contributing to antimicrobial stewardship by interpreting culture results and providing therapy recommendations for infections such as UTI and pneumonia
• Monitoring pharmacokinetic and anticoagulation dosing to optimize patient outcomes
• Engaging in quality assurance, medication reconciliation, and pharmacy and therapeutics committee activities
• Leading training and education efforts for pharmacy staff and healthcare professionals
• Supporting compliance with accreditation standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior hospital or Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) pharmacy experience
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic medical records and medication reconciliation processes
• Strong communication skills for gathering medication histories and performing discharge counseling
• Clinical knowledge in antimicrobial stewardship, pharmacokinetic dosing, and anticoagulation management
• Ability to function as a role model and resource for pharmacy staff and interdisciplinary teams

This contract role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment with a focus on patient safety and collaborative care. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to apply your pharmacy expertise in this important capacity, please submit your application for consideration.