MEGAN NICOLE-ANN LEISS

1031 Ocean Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706 | megan_leiss@my.uri.edu | (631)894-6864

Curriculum Vitae

EDUCATION
The University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI Expected Graduation May 2021
Major: PharmD, Pharmacy
Minors: Biology and Leadership Studies
Overall GPA: 3.79/4.0, Dean’s List: 7/7 Semesters

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

NY Pharmacy Intern License Valid May 2018- May 2023
The University of the State of NY Education Department
License Number: 098267

RI Pharmacy Intern License Valid July 2018-June 2019

RI Department of Health
License Number: PHL05155

Smoking Cessation Certification September 2018

Rx for Change

Human Subjects Research Certification January 2018

Institutional Training Program

Basic Life Support Certified January 2018- January 2020

American Heart Association

Bloodborne Pathogens Certified January 2018

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

HIPAA Training Certified October 2017

University of Rhode Island

APhA Immunization Certified October 2017

American Pharmacists Association

Safe Zone Trained November 2016

University of Rhode Island

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 June 2018
John T. Mathers Hospital; Port Jefferson, NY
Preceptor: Jose Badillo, R.Ph., M.S.

Service Learning August 2018

Service Learning, KiDS NEED MORE, Shelter Island, NY
Preceptor: Melissa Firmes-Ray, BS, MSW

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Vice President Sept 2018- Present
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

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 November 2018

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

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 October 2017

Tiogue Elementary School; Coventry, RI
• Educated younger students on medication safety

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Manager Nov 2015- Present
North Woods Challenge Course; Kingston, RI

Park Monitor Summer 2016

The Adventure Park; Wheatley Heights, NY

Cashier Aug 2014- Aug 2016

King Kullen; Bay Shore, NY