EZINWANNE OLUCHI UDEOGALANYA
Pharmacist
115 Nigerian Air Force Base, Rumuomasi, Port Harcourt.,Rivers State
Summary
Committed and patient-focused Community Pharmacist with over 5 years’ experience in retail/community pharmacy practice. Demonstrated ability to dispense medications accurately, counsel patients effectively, supervise pharmacy operations, and ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards. Possesses excellent communication skills with a strong passion for patient education, medication safety, and improving pharmacy service delivery. Proven record of leadership and operational efficiency in community pharmacy settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
Safari Pharmacy
01.2021 - Current
- Reviewed and dispensed prescriptions accurately in line with professional standards.
- Provided comprehensive patient counselling on medication use, side effects, adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
- Recommended appropriate OTC medicines and cost-effective generic alternatives.
- Conducted point-of-care health screenings and provided follow-up pharmaceutical care.
- Collaborated with pharmacy staff to ensure smooth workflow and excellent customer service.
Co-Founder and Editorial Lead
healthynaija.ng
01.2018 - Current
- Decide the themes for each edition of the quarterly e-Magazine.
- Edit and review all articles before publication on the website.
- Write the editorial or opinion pieces.
- Supervise and train content creators on health writing.
Pharmacy Supervisor
Safari Pharmacy
01.2022 - 02.2026
- Supervised daily pharmacy operations to ensure safe, ethical, and efficient service delivery.
- Oversaw dispensing activities and prescription validation to minimize medication errors.
- Managed inventory control, stock reconciliation, and procurement to prevent stock-outs and expiries.
- Trained, supervised, and mentored pharmacy technicians and support staff.
- Improved customer satisfaction and retention through enhanced counselling and service quality.
National Youth Service (NYSC)
Nigerian Army School of Medical Sciences
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Provided clear, informative lectures on Basic Dispensing Theory and Practical to first- and second-year students.
- Monitored student progress through test administration and adapted learning plans to optimise progress.
- Supervised 3 final year pharmacy technician students during their seminar work.
Intern Pharmacist
University of Abuja Teaching Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Compounded and prepared extemporaneous medications for paediatric patients.
- Informed other healthcare professionals on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal alternatives.
- Attended monthly clinical presentations on HIV/AIDS drug-resistance, Pain management and antibiotic stewardship with the Pharmacy department.
Trainee Pharmacist
Nigerian Air Force Reference Hospital
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Alongside the Pharmacist, observed daily pharmacy operations to ensure safe, ethical, and efficient service delivery.
- Revised dispensing activities and prescription validation to minimize medication errors.
- Managed inventory control, stock reconciliation, and procurement to prevent stock-outs and expiries.
- Mentored pharmacy technicians and support staff.
- Improved customer satisfaction and retention through enhanced counselling and service quality.
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy - undefined
University of Port Harcourt
Choba, Rivers State01.2017
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSC) - undefined
Air Force Secondary School
Port Harcourt, Rivers State01.2010
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) - undefined
Bereton Montessori Primary School
Port Harcourt, Rivers State01.2004
Skills
Team management
Effective communication
Technologically proficient
Pharmaceutical care
References
Will be provided on request.
AWARDS
2018/2019 PHARMACY DEPARTMENT AWARD: OVERALL BEST CLINICAL PRESENTER Association of Hospital and Administrative Pharmacists of Nigeria, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital.
SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS
- 10th-14th August, 2020 TRAINING OF TRAINERS FOR MANDATORY ENTRY POINT TRAINING PROGRAMME Pharmacists Council of Nigeria, Society for family health.
- June, 2019 TREAT THE PAIN: PAIN MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME American Cancer society.
Timeline
Pharmacy Supervisor
Safari Pharmacy
01.2022 - 02.2026
Pharmacist
Safari Pharmacy
01.2021 - Current
National Youth Service (NYSC)
Nigerian Army School of Medical Sciences
11.2019 - 10.2020
Intern Pharmacist
University of Abuja Teaching Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2019
Co-Founder and Editorial Lead
healthynaija.ng
01.2018 - Current
Trainee Pharmacist
Nigerian Air Force Reference Hospital
12.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Pharmacy - undefined
University of Port Harcourt
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSC) - undefined
Air Force Secondary School
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) - undefined
Bereton Montessori Primary School