Erin Nelson
Elkhorn
Summary
Talented leader highly successful at motivating teams and streamlining operations. Analytical problem solver and persuasive communicator with talent for thinking outside box for creative solutions.
Reliable business experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Care Administrator & Pharmacy Director
Douglas County Health Center
09.2009 - Current
- Managed administrative functions, ensuring compliance with health regulations and policies.
- Coordinated scheduling and communication among healthcare staff to improve operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained Electronic Health Record system for patient records, enhancing data retrieval processes.
- Implemented training programs for new hires, fostering a knowledgeable and efficient team environment. Focus on staff engagement and low turnover.
- Developed a robust admission and referral process with community partners
- Oversight of Pharmacy and Support Administrative services
Community Pharmacy Manager
Medicine Shoppe
02.2000 - 06.2009
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
- Led team training initiatives to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Developed patient care programs, improving medication adherence and health outcomes.
- Implemented vaccination program
- Provided on-site compounding services
- Implemented new technology to provide highest level of customer service and pharmaceutical review and safety
- Served as a student preceptor since 1996 educating pharmacy students
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to create comprehensive medication therapy management plans.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain knowledgeable about new medications and treatment options for patients'' specific conditions.
- Addressed medication-related issues promptly by effectively liaising between patients, physicians, and insurance companies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing personalized pharmaceutical care and counseling.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE05-1996
Skills
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Attention to detail
- Recordkeeping and file management
- Team building and leadership
- Relationship development
- Goal setting
Accomplishments
- Achieved a 5 million annual savings on pharmaceutics through effectively implementing a robust formulary, patient assistance, and sample program
- Nebraska Healthcare Administrator of the Year in 2022
- Serve on the ]Board of the Nebraska Health Care Association since 2021
- Successfully implemented an Electronic Health Records for the long term care facility and Pharmacy
- Received grant funding to implement first nursing home based dialysis center in the State
- Updated facilities to offer better security and operational amenities throughout the facility
- Serve on the Douglas County Health Center Foundation and fund raising committee
Certification
Doctor of Pharmacy
Certified Nursing Home Administrator
Certified Immunization Provider
Pharmacy Preceptor
Timeline
Long Term Care Administrator & Pharmacy Director
Douglas County Health Center
09.2009 - Current
Community Pharmacy Manager
Medicine Shoppe
02.2000 - 06.2009
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Nebraska Medical Center