Pharmacy Lead

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serves as a prescription medication bridging program team lead.

Pill Pass and Facility Medication Management

Pill Pass or other operational roles dependent on staffing needs

Medication cart assignments - review and rebalance for even distribution

Diabetic/blood glucose checks

Leads medication cart audits

Prepares for pharmacy inspection

Emergency Jump Bag - inventory management and replenishment team lead

Collaborates with Pharmacy Nurse Team and other healthcare team members to implement a plan of care and education to maintain health and prevent complications.

Ensures seamless continuity of operations

Coordinates schedules to provide daily Pharmacy Nurse Team Lead coverage

Pharmacy and Medical Supplies Inventory Operations

Provides procurement, cart restocking and inventory management

Procurement and Inventory Management for Controlled Substances and Sharps

Works directly under the ordering physician and facility nursing leadership

Monitors and maintains compliance with all federal, state and local regulations

Provides staff education

Assists in the development and implementation of new processes.

Maintains necessary clinical records, collects data and prepares reports on activities.

Attends mandatory training sessions, education and staff meetings as needed.

Serves as a member of the pharmacy quality improvement subcommittee.

Performs other duties as assigned to support FCH’s goals, objectives and values.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge and expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals and providing prescription medications.

Ability to provide proper patient care and adhere to protocols.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced correctional healthcare environment.

Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with patients, leadership, staff, the public and external partners.

Possess strong judgment, discretion, high level of confidentiality, flexibility and integrity.

Ability to quickly assess medical emergencies and implement appropriate interventions effectively and calmly.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations, balancing medical care with security concerns.

Strong attention to detail, follow-up and timely completion of assigned tasks.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing

At least one (1) or more years of progressively responsible nursing experience

Required Certifications and Licenses

Must have and maintain a current LPN licensure within the State of Georgia

Must have or attain a BLS Certification prior to the first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a correctional facility

Special

Requirements

This position will be subject to a background check.

Physical

Requirements

The position requires the ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds with prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting at a desk, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time.

ADA Statement

In accordance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), FirstClass Healthcare provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would cause undue hardship on the company. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation questions or requests in writing at hr@firstclasshealthcare.com.

Physical and Mental Demands This position requires the physical and mental ability to perform essential job functions, including frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting, bending, pushing, pushing, twisting, kneeling, crouching, grasping, and repetitive motion. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. This role also occasionally requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, with or without reasonable accommodation.

In this position, you must be able to effectively communicate, possess clinical judgment, and respond to emergency or high-stress situations, with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position requires sustained concentration, sound clinical judgment, situational awareness, cognitive flexibility and adaptability, and the ability to remain calm and focused while working in a correctional environment.

Work Environment Work is performed in a correctional healthcare environment with exposure to noise, communicable diseases, controlled access areas, and unpredictable conditions. Employees must comply with all safety, security, infection control and emergency response protocols. Reasonable accommodation may be provided in accordance with the ADA, provided that it does not present an undue hardship on the company’s operations.

Summary

The Pharmacy Nurse Team Lead (LPN) plays a critical role in quality patient care and manages the pharmacy daily operations, assists in maintaining compliance, identifies problems, and creates solutions. The Team Lead works closely with the Director of Pharmacy to develop and implement pharmacy operations and process improvements. In addition, the Team Lead will provide patient education to prevent and manage medical conditions and improve the physical and psychosocial wellbeing of patients. This position will report directly to Nursing Leadership.

About Us

FirstClass Healthcare (FCH) is a physician owned and operated Atlanta-based healthcare organization focused on delivering patient-centered care that specializes in treating patients with compassionate care through operational and clinical excellence. FCH is dedicated to providing exceptional care to a population who are most often in their greatest time of need.

Come join our world-class team of professionals to make a difference and be part of our mission, “Delivering Medically-Led Quality Care to People in Jails and Prisons”.

First Class Healthcare Staffing Management, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.