PRN Inpatient Pharmacist-Nampa

Overview

Pharmacist – PRN/Flex (0.1 FTE), Inpatient

St. Luke’s Health System – Nampa Inpatient Nampa, Idaho

PRN / Flex (0.1 FTE)

Variable shifts and hours based on department needs. This position primarily provides coverage for planned and unplanned staff absences, including PTO and FMLA. Shifts may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

The PRN/Flex Inpatient Pharmacist e’s Health System – Nampa is responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and evidence-based pharmaceutical care to patients within the medical center. This role supports inpatient pharmacy operations by providing flexible coverage to ensure continuity of care during staff absences. The pharmacist collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes.

• Review, evaluate, and verify the appropriateness of prescribed medication therapy, including dosing, interactions, allergies, contraindications, and therapeutic duplications.
• Provide medication-related information, education, and consultation to patients, nurses, physicians, and other members of the medical staff.
• Perform cognitive clinical pharmacy services such as medication reconciliation, therapeutic monitoring, renal dosing adjustments, antimicrobial stewardship support, and clinical interventions.
• Document clinical findings, recommendations, and actions in the electronic medical record in accordance with medical center standards and regulatory requirements.
• Administer medications as appropriate, including emergency and patient-specific therapies.
• Administer vaccinations in accordance with state law, organizational policy, and clinical guidelines.

• Interpret physician orders and prescriptions accurately.
• Compound, prepare, and dispense medications in compliance with federal and state regulations, USP standards, and health system policies.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, preparation, and distribution of medications, including controlled substances and high-risk medications.

• Supervise, authorize, and verify the work of pharmacy technicians, interns, externs, residents, and support staff.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to pharmacy standards.
• Serve as a role model and mentor to technicians, students, residents, and new practitioners, promoting professional development and best practices.

• Prepare and maintain accurate records related to medication therapy, prescriptions, patient charges, medical records, and inventory control.
• Support compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and safety requirements (e.g., Joint Commission, state board of pharmacy).
• Assist with training and onboarding of pharmacy staff, students, interns, and residents as needed.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives and patient safety efforts.

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm
  
  D) or Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college or university of pharmacy.

• 0 years of experience required.
• Inpatient pharmacy experience preferred but not required.

• Valid Pharmacist License in the state of Idaho (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification through one of the following:
  • American Safety and Health Institute
  • American Heart Association
  • American Red Cross

• Strong knowledge of inpatient pharmacy practice, medication safety principles, and clinical pharmacotherapy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Ability to adapt to variable schedules and changing workload demands.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and pharmacy information systems.

This position works primarily in an inpatient hospital setting and may involve standing for extended periods,…