MEGAN NICOLE-ANN LEISS 1031 Ocean Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706 |
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Curriculum Vitae EDUCATION The University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI Major: PharmD, Pharmacy Minors: Biology and Leadership Studies Overall GPA: 3.79/4.0, Dean’s List: 7/7 Semesters
Expected Graduation May 2021
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE NY Pharmacy Intern License The University of the State of NY Education Department License Number: 098267
Valid May 2018- May 2023
RI Pharmacy Intern License RI Department of Health License Number: PHL05155
Valid July 2018-June 2019
Smoking Cessation Certification Rx for Change
September 2018
Human Subjects Research Certification Institutional Training Program
January 2018
Basic Life Support Certified American Heart Association
January 2018- January 2020
Bloodborne Pathogens Certified Occupational Safety and Health Administration
January 2018
HIPAA Training Certified University of Rhode Island
October 2017
APhA Immunization Certified American Pharmacists Association
October 2017
Safe Zone Trained University of Rhode Island
November 2016
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Pharmacy Intern May 2018-Present CVS Pharmacy #0922 and #2065; West Islip, NY, Wakefield, RI • Analyzes prescriptions and identifies when there is a potential issue with the medications prescribed • Administers immunizations to eligible patients such as the flu shot, and pneumonia shot • Communicates with doctors and healthcare providers to clarify prescriptions and for refill renewals Pharmacy Technician June 2017-May 2018 CVS Pharmacy #0922; West Islip, NY • Managed all assigned pharmacy workstations to accurately, promptly, and safely fill patients’ prescriptions • Informed customers about their medications by offering first-fill, new patient, and new drug counsels • Actively listened to customers and understood what was being said to ensure treatment adherence
INTRODUCTORY PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCE Institutional Pharmacy John T. Mathers Hospital; Port Jefferson, NY Preceptor: Jose Badillo, R.Ph., M.S.
June 2018
Service Learning Service Learning, KiDS NEED MORE, Shelter Island, NY Preceptor: Melissa Firmes-Ray, BS, MSW
August 2018
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Vice President Student Organization Leadership Consultants; Kingston, RI • Meet with new lead facilitators to review what is expected of them • Organize a lead workshop every semester for qualified members • Maintain retreat agendas and end of program reports from retreats in a master file
Sept 2018- Present
Student Intern & Lead Facilitator Sept 2017-Present Student Organization Leadership Consultants; Kingston, RI • Coordinate meeting with facilitation team to create a retreat agenda addressing an organization’s needs • Facilitate and collaborate with demographically diverse and traditionally underrepresented and oppressed groups • Instruct and train consultants on facilitation/debriefing techniques and theories Peer Leader Sophomore Breakthrough Experience; Kingston, RI • Mentored sophomores through challenges they have been faced with • Encouraged students to face their challenges and limitations and break through them
November 2018
Student Coordinator September 2018 First-Year Leadership Institute; Kingston, RI • Organized a program for first-year students who showed potential in inclusive leadership • Facilitated discussions focused on self-identity, team building, strengths, and community building • Mentored a team of 12 peer leaders in preparation to coach and mentor 100 first-year students • Coordinated a 3-day intensive training on leadership, communication, self-identity, and diversity Secretary Sept 2017-May 2018 Student Organization Leadership Consultants; Kingston, RI • Took notes during weekly meetings for the meeting minutes • Recorded attendance each week and who is available to facilitate each retreat • Analyzed retreat requests from different organizations and records it on the meeting minutes Peer Educator Spring 2017 First-Year Leaders Inspired to Excellence (FLITE); Kingston, RI • Coached one-on-one and mentored 8 students in the Leadership Studies introductory course • Provided feedback to students regarding their performance in class discussions and assignments • Maintained a balance of challenge and support to students to encourage them to grow as leaders Welcome Day Leadership Ambassador April 2016 Center of Student Leadership Development; Kingston, RI • Promoted URI CSLD’s Leadership Institute and Leadership Studies Minor • Informed accepted students and their family on the Leadership Institute for recruitment • Clarified any questions students or family had about Institute or the minor in Leadership
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PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY AFFILIATIONS Lambda Kappa Sigma Professional Sorority
September 2015- Present
Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honor Society
January 2018- Present
Academy of Student Pharmacists, American Pharmacist Association
September 2018- Present
Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society
January 2019- Present
HONORS & AWARDS Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Honor Society
2018- Present
Golden Key International Honor Society
2016- Present
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
2016- Present
Dean’s List, University of Rhode Island
2015-Present
GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS Thomas M. Ryan Scholarship
August 2018
Founder’s Grant
2015- Present
University of Rhode Island Centennial Scholarship
2015-Present
COMMUNITY ENGAGMENT Student Pharmacist October 2018- Present Pathways to Medicine; Alpert Medical School, Providence, RI • Mentors diverse high school students from inner city schools on different aspects of medical professions • Collaborates with other health care professions such as medical students, nurses, and physician assistants Student Volunteer March 2019 URI Service Corps; Dallas, TX • Traveled to Dallas, TX for spring break to volunteer at Dallas Life, Refugee Services of North Texas, etc. • Advocated for people experiencing homelessness and people seeking refuge Student Pharmacist Tiogue Elementary School; Coventry, RI • Educated younger students on medication safety
October 2017
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Manager North Woods Challenge Course; Kingston, RI
Nov 2015- Present
Park Monitor The Adventure Park; Wheatley Heights, NY
Summer 2016
Cashier King Kullen; Bay Shore, NY
Aug 2014- Aug 2016