Lauren Gronau (Piell) Contact: 20870 N 91st Drive Phone:224-436-1246 Peoria, AZ 85382 [email protected] Education: June 2017 - present Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate, Class of 2020 Midwestern University College of Pharmacy - Glendale January 2017 – May 2017 Pre-Pharmacy Coursework Glendale Community College September 2015 – Pre-Pharmacy Coursework January 2017 Rio Salado College August 2014 – May 2015 Pre-Pharmacy Coursework The University of Arizona Licenses and Certificates: June 2019 Arizona Pharmacy Association Psychiatric Certificate Program Completed 17.5 hours of didactic self-study and an 8-hour live course regarding psychiatric medications April 2018 Arizona Pharmacy Association Immunization Certificate Training Program Completed 15 hours of didactic self-study and an 8-hour live course regarding immunization schedules and administration March 2018 – American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course April 2021 BLS – Provider November CITI Program Course Completion: 2017 – Information Privacy Security November IRB Researchers 1 – Basic 2020 July 2017 - Arizona State Board of Pharmacy Pharmacist Intern License July 2022 License number I023139 Certified Immunizer (Certificate number 6193) Work History: Banner Behavioral Health Hospital – Scottsdale, AZ Per Diem Intern Pharmacist September 2018 - present • Accurately prepare medications for distribution to Pyxis machines, and deliver them • Help gather and verify patient medications brought in from home to be used during their stay • Monitor compliance with HBIPS Core Standards of avoiding discharging patients on multiple antipsychotic medications • Research drug information questions to make evidence-based recommendations to providers, under the supervision of a pharmacist • Communicate with nurses and patients to verify information such as drug allergies and pregnancy status Banner Boswell Medical Center – Sun City, AZ Per Diem Intern Pharmacist April 2018 - present • Accurately prepare medications for distribution to Pyxis machines throughout the hospital, and to patients • Deliver medications to appropriate Pyxis machines and patients' nurses • Compound sterile products per USP 797 standards • Shadow pharmacists, when time allows Safeway Pharmacy – Glendale, AZ Part-Time Pharmacy Technician Trainee February 2017-May 2017 • Received and input orders from doctor's offices via written and electronic forms • Accurately filled orders with correct medication, paying close attention to detail and count • Brought questionable prescriptions to the attention of pharmacists • Accurately filed hard copies of prescriptions • Answered phone calls and directed them to the attention of a pharmacist, when needed Roadrunner Pharmacy – Phoenix, AZ Full-Time Pharmacy Technician Trainee May 2016-January 2017 • Filled orders with correct medication, paying close attention to detail and count • Brought erroneous or questionable prescriptions to the attention of pharmacists • Made unit dosed syringes with ointment, creams, and liquid medications • Kept track of inventory and inform compounding when products need to be refilled Walgreens – Glendale, AZ Full-Time Clerk/Pharmacy Technician Trainee July 2015-May 2016 • Used Walgreen's proprietary software to train as a Pharmacy Technician • When time allowed, trained in the pharmacy with certified technicians • Greeted customers and inquire about their experience, and answered questions about products • Helped other departments as needed • Maintained inventory, ensuring correct counts and restocking as needed Extracurriculars & Leadership: Student Government Association Participant – February 2018 – July 2019 Leadership Development • Learned theories of leadership and ways to become a more Program effective leader under faculty guidance • Successfully completed all program activities Phi Delta Chi – Beta Sigma Secretary – April 2018 – April 2019 Chapter • Served as a member of the fraternity's Executive Board • Kept accurate records of meeting minutes, attendance, and members' contact information • Disseminated all communications to all fraternity members Social Committee Co-Chair - January 2018 – May 2018 • Helped plan and organize social events for the fraternity Member - October 2017 – present • Attended monthly meetings regarding current Fraternity business • Participated in quarterly philanthropy events, including packing groceries for community members at St. Mary's Food Bank, and caring for shelter animals at Tranquility Trails Rabbit Rescue College of Psychiatric and Fundraising Committee Chair - December 2017 – July 2019 Neurologic Pharmacists • Established initial fundraising and merchandising events for the chapter and expectations for the position • Planned fundraising events for the chapter, such as bake sales and t-shirt sales • Helped maintain funds for the chapter to be used for purposes such as community outreach events • Mentored the incoming Fundraising Chair Founding member – September 2017 - present • One of the initial members of the Midwestern University College of Pharmacy – Glendale chapter of CPNP American Society of Health- Member - August 2017 - present Systems Pharmacists – Student • Representing Midwestern University College of Pharmacy – Society of Health-System Glendale in the ASHP National Clinical Skills Competition Pharmacy • Attending the 2019 ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition in Las Vegas, NV • Participate in volunteer events, such as Puppy Pals dog walking Health Outreach through Clinic Coordinator – August 2018 – August 2019 Medicine and Education • Communicated schedules with student volunteers, pharmacy (H.O.M.E.) Clinic preceptors and the other disciplines' coordinators and recorded attendance • Ensured all clinic volunteers and preceptors were up to date on requirements such as licensure and immunization status • Kept accurate dispensing logs for medications and maintained inventory • Acted as a point of contact for students and preceptors for any issues that may arise during clinic • Worked to implement text-based reminders for student volunteers Member – June 2017 – present • Worked in interdisciplinary teams to assess homeless patients in need of medical care, under preceptor supervision • Gathered complete and accurate lists of patients' current medications and allergies • Recommended pharmaceutical treatment and counsel patients, under preceptor supervision Research: H.O.M.E. Research Mental Health Screener – November 2017 – present • Screened patients in the homeless population for mental health conditions • Gathered data that was used for analyzing effective interventions for improving access to mental health care among the homeless population • De-identified patient screening scores led to the implementation of routine mental health screenings for all patients who get seen at the student-run clinic Achievements & Awards: October 2019 1st Place – Local ASHP Clinical Skills Competition Won 1st place in the local round of the ASHP Clinical Skills Competition and will represent Midwestern University College of Pharmacy – Glendale in the National Clinical Skills Competition July 2019 Certificate of Recognition – Midwestern University College of Pharmacy – Glendale Awarded for outstanding leadership and community involvement as a clinic coordinator at the Central Arizona Shelter Services H.O.M.E. clinic July 2019 Student Government Association Leadership Development Program Successfully completed the Student Government Association Leadership Development Program June 2019 Phi Lambda Sigma Nominated and initiated into Phi Lambda Sigma, an honors society recognizing leadership, based on outstanding service in current leadership positions June 2019 Pharmacy Curriculum Outcomes Assesment (PCOA) Scored in the 96th percentile nationally September Dean's List 2017 Midwestern University College of Pharmacy – Glendale Awarded with a GPA of 3.58 for the quarter May 2015 Academic Year Academic Distinction The University of Arizona Awarded based on taking at least 30 credit hours with a GPA between 3.5 and 3.999 in the academic year December Dean's List 2014 The University of Arizona Awarded based on taking at least 15 credit hours with a GPA between 3.5 and 3.999 in the semester May 2014 The Arizona Excellence Award The University of Arizona Awarded a $16,000 per year scholarship based on high school merits Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences Banner Estrella Medical Center – Phoenix, AZ Preceptor: Jason Gerstner, Pharm.D., BCCCP, BCPS Monitored patients in the emergency department daily to ensure optimal medication therapy. Researched drug information and medication history questions asked by providers, nurses, and pharmacists in a timely fashion. Attended code blue, rapid response, stroke alert, myocardial infarction, and rapid sequence intubation scenarios to ensure efficient and accurate delivery of medications to patients in emergency situations. Presented multiple patient cases daily to preceptor, with a targeted assessment and care plan. Held topic discussions with preceptor on topics pertinent to emergency medicine, including but not limited to advanced cardiac life support, acute coronary syndromes, stroke, diabetic ketoacidosis, and toxicology. Phoenix Veterans Affairs Health Care System – Phoenix, AZ Preceptor: Kelsey Buckley, Pharm.D., BCACP Managed the medications for veteran patients’ chronic disease states, including hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes mellitus. Used evidence-based resources to research the best options for patients who have failed first-line therapy for chronic disease states. Counseled patients on lifestyle changes, including smoking cessation with nicotine replacement therapy, weight loss, diet & exercise, to improve blood pressure and diabetes control. Educated patients on their blood sugar and blood pressure goals. Held topic discussions with preceptor and other faculty on topics relevant to disease states managed, including hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and heart failure. Provided blood pressure screenings in the community. HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center – Phoenix, AZ Preceptor: Jeffrey F. Barletta, Pharm.D., FCCM Manage and optimize the medication management of the patients in the surgical intensive care unit managed by the trauma team. Attend daily trauma rounds and collaborate with other health disciplines, including physicians, nurses, dieticians, occupational and physical therapists, and respiratory therapists to provide the best care possible. Hold topic discussions and journal clubs with preceptor, other students, and residents to discuss the landmark and most recent studies pertinent to critical care, including but not limited to delirium and pain management, hemodynamic support, infectious disease, anticoagulation, insulin management, and airway support. Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences Banner Behavioral Health Hospital – Scottsdale, AZ Preceptor: Margaret Szczotka, Pharm.D. Attended interdisciplinary flash meetings daily, where current patients' care plans were discussed. Monitored compliance with HBIPS Core Standards measure of avoiding discharge on multiple antipsychotic medications. Researched drug information questions that were asked by pharmacists and providers in a timely fashion. Counseled patients on medication questions. Helped verify that medications for newly admitted patients agreed with all medication history available. Genoa Healthcare – Phoenix, AZ Preceptor: Christy Newbaker, Pharm.D. Received prescriptions via telephone, paper, fax, and electronically, and filled them. Received prescription transfers from other pharmacies. Helped resolve insurance billing issues. Counseled patients on their medications, including titration schedules. Helped supply long-acting injectable antipsychotics to the attached psychiatric clinic. Presentations Gronau L. “Resistant Hypertension: A Patient Case,” presented to faculty, students, and residents, Midwestern University College of Pharmacy – Glendale, Glendale, Arizona – November 2019 Gronau L. “Journal Club: Randomized Trial of Verubecestat for Prodromal Alzheimer’s Disease,” presented to faculty, students, and residents, Midwestern University College of Pharmacy – Glendale, Glendale, Arizona – October 2019 Gronau L. “Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura: A Patient Case,” presented to inpatient pharmacy staff, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona – September 2019 Gronau L. “Journal Club: Thrombolysis Guided by Perfusion Imaging up to 9 Hours After Onset of Stroke,” presented to inpatient pharmacy staff, Banner Estrella Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona – September 2019 Ma JK, Tam T, Hong K, Gronau L, Chuang J, Burnes C, and Colistro A. Lactobacillus: An Exploration of Complementary and Alternative Uses. Poster presented at Midwestern University, Glendale, Arizona – April 2019 Ryanto C, Lu A, Tan E, Gronau L, Volker S. “Stimulants and Depressants: The Highs and the Lows,” presented to local community audience at Horses Help, Phoenix, Arizona – January 2019 Piell L. “Acetaminophen Overdose: A Case Study,” presented to inpatient pharmacy staff, Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, Scottsdale, Arizona – June 2018
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