Salma Nasr

Pharmacist with 10 years of clinical, hospital and community pharmacy experience. Skilled in medication therapy management, medication reconciliation, patient counseling and dispensing high-risk therapies including immunosuppressants. Collaborative team player focused on improving patient outcomes and medication safety. Passed UAE DOH pharmacist exam (Sep 2025).

PHARMACIST at Dr Selma Centre for Kidney Diseases (2021-01 – 2024-01)

• Monitored prescribed medications for appropriate indication, dose, frequency and duration to optimize therapeutic outcomes for renal and transplant patients.
• Dispensed and managed immunosuppressants and adjunct therapies, ensuring correct dosing, storage and documentation.
• Counseled post-kidney transplant patients and caregivers on medication regimens, adherence strategies and side-effect management.
• Responded to drug-related queries from physicians and nursing staff, providing evidence-based recommendations and therapeutic alternatives.
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to identify and resolve drug-related problems and supported protocol development for medication safety.

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST at Aseel Pharmacy (2020-07 – 2020-11)

• Dispensed prescriptions and provided over-the-counter treatment recommendations for minor ailments while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Conducted patient counseling to improve adherence, explain dosing schedules and identify adverse drug reactions.
• Provided accurate drug information and responded to medication safety questions from the public and healthcare providers.
• Promoted medication adherence through follow-up and education on proper use and storage of medicines.
• Trained and supervised pharmacy students on dispensing procedures and patient communication.

PHARMACIST at Tamayoz Emergency and Trauma Center (2019-09 – 2020-02)

• Participated in multidisciplinary ward rounds to review medication plans and optimize pharmacotherapy for acute and trauma patients.
• Reviewed medical records to identify and resolve drug-related problems including dosing errors and potential interactions.
• Provided bedside counseling to inpatients in the internal medicine ward on correct medication use and adverse effect monitoring.
• Prepared and checked medication orders and supported emergency medication availability and safety processes.
• Liaised with physicians to recommend dose adjustments and clarifications to improve patient safety.

PHARMACIST at Ibrahim Malik Teaching Hospital (2018-06 – 2019-06)

• Participated in clinical rounds with physicians and other healthcare professionals to optimize inpatient pharmacotherapy.
• Provided therapeutic recommendations including dose adjustments and management of drug-drug interactions.
• Conducted medication reconciliation at admission and discharge to prevent omissions, duplications and errors.
• Counseled internal medicine patients and caregivers on medication regimens, side effects and adherence strategies.
• Documented interventions and communicated outcomes to the healthcare team to support continuity of care.

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST at Lavender Pharmacy (2011-08 – 2015-08)

• Dispensed prescriptions and advised patients on correct use, dosing and potential side effects of medications.
• Managed minor illnesses with OTC recommendations and triaged patients requiring medical referral.
• Promoted adherence through counseling and patient education initiatives.
• Trained pharmacy students in dispensing practices, customer service and patient counseling.
• Managed administrative pharmacy tasks including stock checking, expiry tracking and placing supplier orders to maintain inventory control.

HOSPITAL PHARMACIST at Shaab Teaching Hospital (2011-03 – 2012-03)

• Dispensed urgent and routine medications in the emergency department ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Provided patient counseling on proper use, drug interactions and recognition of adverse drug reactions.
• Supported medication safety initiatives and adherence programs for discharged patients.
• Reviewed prescriptions for appropriateness and clarified orders with prescribers to prevent medication errors.
• Maintained documentation of dispensed medications and participated in pharmacy quality checks.

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST at Al Baz Pharmacy (2009-12 – 2011-02)

• Dispensed prescriptions and provided drug information to patients and caregivers.
• Assessed and managed minor ailments with OTC treatments and advised on when to seek medical care.
• Counseled patients to promote adherence and safe medication use.
• Conducted stock checks and expiry tracking to maintain inventory accuracy and reduce waste.
• Supported daily pharmacy operations and customer service functions.

BACHELOR OF PHARMACY in Pharmacy – Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Khartoum (2003 – 2008)