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Dr. Diana Rangaves, PharmD, RPh
Director Pharmacy Technology Program ~ Clinical Instructional Faculty ~PharmTech, ADN, LVN, AODS,
4090
Office phone: (707) 522-2817 |
"The witch doctor succeeds for the same reason all the rest of us succeed. Each patient carries his own doctor inside him. We are at our best when we give the doctor who resides within each patient a chance to go to work." ~Albert Schweitzer "Creativity is connecting things. When you ask creative people how they did something, they feel a little guilty because they just "SEE" something. It seemed obvious to them. That's because they were able to connect experiences they've had and synthesize new things." ~ Steve Jobs "Agreement is not necessary, thinking for one self is." ~ Romans 12:3 Welcome to the Journey ~ WELCOME back to school! Please note if you will be registering for the Pharmacy Technology coursework, specifically Pharmacy 154 A and B a background and drug screening is mandatory. BACKGROUND CHECK, DRUG TEST & DILUTE URINE INFORMATION WARNING: ALL STUDENTS registering for the Pharm 154 A/B course in the Pharmacy Technician coursework with the objective of completing the total program, MUST have a 100% CLEAR background check and drug screening. Please drink adaquate fluids; HOWEVER,do not drink copious amounts which will dilute the urine. ALL reports of dilute urine will be referred back to the student for a recheck at the students additional expense. If you are a returning student from 154A year 2012, you only need a Drug screen test. If you are a student from any year prior you must complete both drug screen test and background check. The following information was provided by Kaiser of Northern California. These restrictions prevent a student from being at any of their facilities. Other corporations evaluate background checks on a case by case basis and may exclude convictions not listed here. Students who are restricted from one institution that the Pharmacy Tech program uses are restricted from attending clinical rotations, since we rotate students to different facilities throughout the program. Therefore, accepted students who have any of the following convictions are not able to be in the Pharmacy Tech program due to clinical facilities restrictions. A student with a background check that indicates any of the following felony and/or misdemeanor convictions within the last 7 years is not eligible for a clinical placement. -DUI -Shoplifting - Violent crimes such as murder, rape, sexual assault, kidnapping, attempted murder, assault with deadly weapons. - Crimes involving theft, embezzlement, burglary, forgery, fraud, arson, identity theft. - Sex crimes including sexual molestation, and sex crimes against children, or any conviction for which a candidate is required to register as a sex offender with a state or federal agency. - Drug related crimes such as drug theft, sales, distribution, manufacturing and possession of controlled substances. - Multiple convictions (more than one conviction for same or different crime). - Name posted on any government sanctioned or debarred list Pharmacy Technology, ADN and LVN Programs competencies are based on: 100-90% A 89-80% B 79-75% C 74-65% D 64% and below F I maintain regular and frequent contact with students and faculty through phone(707-522-2817), skype (diana.rangaves), email (drangaves@santarosa.edu), face-to-face appointments, and online discussion boards to foster two way communication and build solid relationships. Schedule
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Office Hours by Telephone 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm Office Hour LARK 2004 Available at class breaks and after class. Available by appointment 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Chat Room Pharm/NR 256.1 and Pharm/NR 255 Online one to one 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Office Hour & By Appointment 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online Office Hour & By Appointment 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Office Hour on Instructional Days RACE 4090 or Emeritus 1575 ~ see office post Available by appointment Available at class breaks and after class.
Classes
Section 4913 of PHARM 153: Dosage Calculations -- Spring 2013: January 14th - May 13th Section 4917 of PHARM256.1: Advanced Pharmacology Update -- Spring 2013: Check In Starts Jan 7th - May -- Online Section 4970 of PHARM256.1: Advanced Pharmacology Update -- Spring 2013: Check In Starts Jan 7th - May -- Online Section 5207 of NR 255: Comprehensive Pharmacology Update -- Spring 2013: Check In Starts JAN 7th - May -- Online Section 5235 of NR 256.1: Advanced Pharmacology Update -- Spring 2013: Check In Starts Jan 7th - May -- Online Section 5308 of PHARM 255: Comprehensive Pharmacology Update -- Spring 2013: Check In Starts JAN 7th - May -- Online Section 5309 of PHARM 255: Comprehensive Pharmacology Update -- Spring 2013: Check In Starts JAN 7th - May -- Online Section 5466 of NR 255: Comprehensive Pharmacology Update -- Spring 2013: Check In Starts JAN 7th - May -- Online Section 7289 of PHARM 155: Pharmacology -- Spring 2013: January 14th - May 13th -- Santa Rosa Section 7290 of PHARM 156: Dispensing and Compounding -- Spring 2013: January 18th - May 17th Section 8234 of PHARM 157: Hospital Pharmacy Practice for the Pharmacy Technician -- Summer 2013: June 17th - August 7th -- Hybrid ~ Lecture online/Lab face to face Section 8441 of PHARM 150: Introduction to Pharmacy Technician -- Summer 2013: Check In Starts JUNE 1st - August -- Online Section 8442 of PHARM 150: Introduction to Pharmacy Technician -- Summer 2013: Check In Starts JUNE 1st - August -- Online Section 9829 of PHARM 157: Hospital Pharmacy Practice for the Pharmacy Technician -- Summer 2013: June 17th - August 7th -- Hybrid ~ Lecture online/Lab face to face Biography
After 26 years with Longs Drug Stores and extensive management experience she formed her own consulting firm. Living in Santa Rosa has afforded her a working relationship with many providers, prescribers and facilities. She is skilled in aseptic compounding, medication reconciliation processes, chart reviews, screening for potential adverse drug reactions, formulary and therapeutic substitutions, employee management, both in recruitment of talent and the hiring procedures, productivity, technology, human resources, marketing, communication, non-aseptic compounding and related areas for the pharmaceutical and health care field. Additionally, she has formulary 340B managed care experience to better serve patients. Educational training workshops include, but are not limited to: The Nursing Process—a Clinical Approach in Understanding Your Clients, The Art of Community-ology, Improving Interpersonal Skills, and The Power of YES. She is capable of creating Vision, Prioritize and Focus.
Education
School of Pharmacy, Doctor of Pharmacy
Academic Experience
Clinical Instructional Faculty Pharmacy, Nursing, LVN and Alcohol and Other Drug Studies Health Sciences Department Webmaster Pharmacy Technology Advisory Board Committee Treasurer SUMMER ~~Introduction to Pharmacy Technician PHARMACY 150 Online ~~Aseptic Compounding PHARMACY 157 FALL ~~Applied Therapeutics and Pharmaceutical Concepts for the Pharmacy Technician PHARMACY 101 ~~Pharmaceutical Fundamentals PHARMACY 151 ~~Comprehensive Pharmacology Update PHARMACOLOGY/NURSING 255 Online ~~Advanced Pharmacology Update PHARMACOLOGY/NURSING 256.1 Online SPRING ~~Pharmaceutical Doseage Calculations PHARMACY 153 ~~Pharmacology PHARMACY 155 ~~Pharmacy Non-Sterile Compounding PHARMACY 156 ~~Comprehensive Pharmacology Update PHARMACOLOGY/NURSING 255 Online ~~Advanced Pharmacolgy Update PHARMACOLOGY/NURSING 256.1 Online Alcohol and Other Drug Studies 92 AODS 92 ~~ Offered every third semester Next offerings: Spring 2014
Work and Consulting Experience
November 2011 to September 2012 ~~ Executive Editor ~ Chief Content Officer ~ Healthcare Worldwide Central e~Magazine Educational Global Connection Opportunity REGISTER for this open access e- magazine is a Community Service Educational Project. Our intention is to identify upcoming areas and draw an editorial vision to fulfill the information needs of a worldwide community. “Connecting the Educational and Clinical Essentials” Flip book: http://www.globalwellnessemagazine.us/vol1.html Website: http://www.globalwellnessemagazine.us/ PDF: http://www2.santarosa.edu/f/?43055 September 2011 to August 2012 ~~ Lifescience Global ~ Journal of Pharmacy and Nutrition Sciences, Editorial Board Member Lifescience Global Publications offer peer-reviewed research journals covering a wide range of academic disciplines. Currently employing a team of experienced publishing professionals, LSG maintains the highest standards of peer review for its publications. http://www.lifescienceglobal.com/ July 2011 to August 2012~~ Editor in Residence, Advisory Panel, Pharma Mirror Magazine Cutting Edge, Peer Reviewed Content A Leading Online Pharma Magazine Professional & Free Access http://pharmamirror.com/about_pharmamirror_creation.html 2009 to present ~~ Diana Rangaves Clinical Consultant Services "When people want a job done right the first time, they come to me. Not because I know how to do everything, but because I have the ability to develop and lead teams that do." Our objective is to work WITH you. As a team, we are united to create quality, and accomplish your objectives and challenges. e~Brochure: http://www.wix.com/drangaves/diana-rangaves Company Website:http://clinicalconsultantservices.webs.com/ Company Email: Drangaves@clinicalconsultantservices.info Blog: http://clinicalconsultantservices.webs.com/apps/blog/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/drangaves Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Diana-Rangaves-Clinical-Consultant-Services/149339141792190?sk=app_112078882147346 Feb 2010 to July 2012 ~~ Clinical Pharmacist ~~ RPHealthcare Service SNF’s and RCF’s Medication Reconciliation Chart Reviews Order & Dosage Verifications Hospice Palliative Care Consultations Compounding Promote improved drug/dosage utilization and therapeutic substitution. Supervise therapeutic protocols and procedures. Coordinate Pharmacy Technician duties and pharmacy workflow. May 2011 to May 2012 Experiential Education Program Preceptor California Northstate College of Pharmacy Experiential Education Program Preceptor California Northstate College of Pharmacy 10811 International Dr Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 www.californiacollegeofpharmacy.org December 2010 to present Independent e-Learning Professional, Independent Consultant ~Establishment of an in-house e-Lite, electronic Learning Information Training Experience, working with the organizations existing IT systems. December 2010 to April 2011 ~~ Experience Site Coordinator, Sonoma County at University of California at San Diego, Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Science April 2010 to Sept 2010 ~~ Clinical Instructor, Pharmacist SRJC Psychiatric Technician Program ~~ Sonoma Developmental Hospital Sept 2009 to Sept 2010 ~~ Clinical Intervention Pharmacist ~~ Santa Rosa Community Health Clinics, Lombardi Court Direct Patient Contact, Chart Reviews, Medication Reconciliation, Drug and Non-Drug Treatment Modalities, Therapeutic Substitutions, Cost Reduction Strategies March 2010 to June 2010 ~~ Clinical Pharmacist ~~ Hospice by the Bay 1993 to 2009 ~~ Director of Pharmacy Services ~~ Retail Longs Drug Store 1985 to 1993 ~~ Ambulatory Care Pharmacist Longs Drug Store
Professional Involvement and Community Service
Presentations and Publications
* Pharmacy Nationwide * July 1, 2011 Author: Diana Rangaves, PharmD, CEO Health care economics and patient outcomes are embedded every facet of the health care model. Due to their pharmaceutical knowledge and training pharmacy technicians are posed to contribute in the creation, development, and implementation of medication reconciliation. These opportunities are consistent with Safe Practice Recommendations and Patient Point-of-Care. http://www.pharmacyjobsnationwide.com/news/Medication-Reconciliation-Accepting-the-Challenge/764.html STAKEHOLDER PERSPECTIVE A Collaborative Approach to Drug Selection, Driven by Clinical Outcomes Excellence * American Health & Drug Benefits * June 21, 2011 Author: Diana Rangaves, PharmD, CEO The formulary selection process is treacherous, convoluted, and involved. Keeping the rational approach in the forefront takes exertion and integrity. All too often other standards—emotional, personal, financial, special interests, pharmaceutical marketing, and unconscious desire of power—take the place of excellence. In the formulary decision-making process, these must all be rejected. http://www.ahdbonline.com/feature/from-a-z-medication-cost-management-strategies-disproportionate-share-hospitals Comprehensive Exam Review for the Pharmacy Technician * Delmar Cengage Learning * March 5, 2011 Reviewer: Diana Rangaves, PharmD, CEO, Reviewer for Second Edition~ is the essential tool to help one prepare for and pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. Chapters are completely reorganized for improved mastery of information and structured to help assess knowledge of the topics covered. This fully revised and updated exam review prepares you for professional success! http://www.cengage.com/us/ Rational Formulary Strategies: SOJA ~ Academic Detailing * December 26, 2010 Author: Diana Rangaves, PharmD, CEO The anatomy of the formulary selection process is treacherous, convoluted, and involved. Keeping the ‘Rational’ at the forefront takes exertion, intellect, and integrity. All too often other standards, such as emotional, personal financial, special interests, pharmaceutical marketing, and unconscious desires of power take the place of excellence. http://www.behance.net/gallery/Rational-Formulary-StrategiesSOJA-Academic-Detailing/880371 Palliative Care Consultation Programs * December 15, 2010 Author: Diana Rangaves, PharmD, CEO In the creation of palliative care consultation programs, hospitals can conserve healthcare dollars. Palliative care emphasizes quality of life with significant reductions in per diem and total costs. This can produce considerable savings to the health system by “cost avoidance.” http://www.behance.net/gallery/Palliative-Care-Consultation-Programs/865657 Building Team Cohesivenss~Branding Your Ensemble * November 26, 2010 Author: Diana Rangaves, PharmD, CEO Bringing together a group of people to create a unified, organized and consistent workforce is very complicated. Something more must bind them together. They must FEEL a change from a disparate group to one that is interconnected. http://www.behance.net/gallery/Building-Team-Cohesiveness-Branding-Your-Ensemble/831335 Making the Leap to Your Own Practice * The Savvy Advisor * November 9, 2010 Authors: Diana Rangaves, PharmD, CEO, and Ann Kruse, JD, MSOD, CPCC, ACC "Have you made the leap from a job to your own professional practice? What problems did you encounter and what advice do you have for others?" Diana Rangaves, PharmD, CEO: Follow your heart and use your head. Do not compare yourself with others. Pass up projects that feel ‘unsafe’ or your inner voice says ‘no’. Never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right. http://thesavvyadvisor.com/index.php/blog
Honors and Awards
2008 Outstanding Contribution by Adjunct Faculty, Santa Rosa Junior College 2001 Longs Drugs Store Employee of the Year January 2000 Longs Drugs Award for Excellence June 1999 Longs Drugs Award for Excellence FAQ: IF I WISH TO TAKE THE PTCB NATIONAL EXAM, WHAT BOOKS ARE A GOOD REVIEW TO PREPARE FOR THE PHARMACY CERTIFICATION EXAM? *There are many different study texts available for the Nationals. Previous students have recommended the ones below. If you find others, please let me know. I have included the ISBN, so you may 'shop' around. Delmar Learing ISBN 0-7668-1432-7 APhA Pharmacy Technician Text: ISBN 0-89582-650x Workbook: 0-89582-651-8 Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam Review 0-7638-2215-9 978-0-76382-215-6
Links
Public Profile on LinkedIn Innovation, out of the box, experiential learning, 'seeing' the pictures. I hope everyone takes the 6 minutes to listen to this. Pharmacy Technician Licensing Requirement Nationwide Please use the link as a reference for specific state requirements. Online Quiz Are you ready to take on online course? This assessment will help you determine your needs. CATE Online Student Handbook How do I get my Pharmacy Technician Affidavit from SRJC for my State application? California State Board of Pharmacy Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Currently this national exam is offered multiple times a year in multiple cities. Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) Currently this national exam is available 300 days per year at 1000 locations through LaserGrade. California Medi-Cal Homepage Dictionary for All Words--it speaks to you National Council of State Boards of Nursing NCLEX Practice Tests Rx Drug List You can search for drugs by several means! Drugs.com A great place to start your research. Varsity Tutors A powerful new academic resource: a comprehensive suite of free practice tests & flashcards. |
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