Timothy Johnson Pharm.D BCPS
Cloquet
Summary
Experienced Board Certified Clinical Pharmacist known for expertise in anticoagulation management, complex medication therapy regimens, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to enhancing patient care outcomes through effective medication therapy management, medication reconciliation, and impactful patient counseling and education.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Transitions of Care Pharmacist
Aspirus St. Luke's Hospital
Duluth
06.2018 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive medication reconciliation upon admission and discharge, reducing medication errors and enhancing transitions of care.
- Provide pharmacy resources for emergency department, supporting emergency medicine tasks and enhancing medication management.
- Staff clinical shifts in ICU, cardiac, general medical, and surgery units, ensuring quality patient care during critical times.
- Act as the primary PGY-1 residency preceptor for adult medicine rotations, mentoring IPPE and APPE students in acute care settings.
- Anticoagulation clinical content expert: Assists with managing and updating hospital anticoagulation policies and services. Cross-cover in the outpatient anticoagulation clinic.
Clinical Pharmacist
St. Luke's Hospital
Duluth
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Performed comprehensive patient profile reviews to ensure safe and effective medication therapy.
- Educated patients about medication use, including proper administration methods and possible allergic reactions before discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients.
- Precepted IPPE/APPE students and pharmacy residents assigned to me during my clinical shifts.
PGY-1 Acute Care Pharmacy Resident
St. Luke's Hospital
Duluth
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Actively participated in daily interdisciplinary rounds in the ICU, providing evidence-based pharmacotherapy recommendations to improve patient outcomes.
- Managed complex medication regimens for inpatient care units, adjusting therapy for renal function and pharmacokinetic parameters.
- Researched and presented timely drug information responses to physicians, nurses, and pharmacists to support therapeutic decisions.
- Designed and executed a longitudinal research project on pharmacist-led nursing education on the incidence of ICU delirium in mechanically-vented adult patients, resulting in a poster presentation at Midwest Pharmacy Residency Conference.
- Assisted with pharmacy skills lab instruction, earning a teaching certificate through University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy
Pharmacy Intern
Thrifty White Pharmacy
Fargo
10.2013 - 04.2016
- Conducted comprehensive medication reviews, ensuring patient understanding and adherence.
- Communicate effectively with patients, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Complete tasks and projects efficiently and in a timely manner.
Pharmacy Intern
Sanford Health
Fargo
05.2012 - 11.2013
- Compounded sterile and non-sterile patient medication in accordance with USP guidelines.
- Supported the training of new interns on pharmacy procedures and policies.
- Maintained records of controlled substances and monitored inventory levels.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Weber and Judd Pharmacy
Rochester
02.2007 - 08.2008
- Processed prescriptions accurately using pharmacy management software.
- Assisted pharmacists with medication preparation and dispensing tasks.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of medications and supplies.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND05-2011
Skills
- Medication reconciliation
- Anticoagulation management
- Pharmacotherapy recommendations
- Clinical decision support
- Chronic disease management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Mentoring students
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS)- Issued Dec. 2022
Timeline
Transitions of Care Pharmacist
Aspirus St. Luke's Hospital
06.2018 - Current
Clinical Pharmacist
St. Luke's Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2018
PGY-1 Acute Care Pharmacy Resident
St. Luke's Hospital
06.2016 - 06.2017
Pharmacy Intern
Thrifty White Pharmacy
10.2013 - 04.2016
Pharmacy Intern
Sanford Health
05.2012 - 11.2013
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Weber and Judd Pharmacy
02.2007 - 08.2008
Doctor of Pharmacy -
North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
North Dakota State University