Nathan Donovan Pharm.D., MBA, BCPS

Pharmacy Supervisor at St. Louis Children’s Hospital

St Louis, Missouri, United States

About

Pharmacy Operations & Clinical Leadership | Healthcare Systems Leadership Strategic pharmacy leader with robust experience in health-system pharmacy operations, clinical excellence, and people leadership, including 5 years in formal leadership roles. Known for leading with integrity, fostering focused empowerment, and delivering measurable improvements across complex healthcare environments. PGY-1–trained and a Board-Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist with deep expertise in medication-use systems, regulatory readiness, operational workflow optimization, change management, and cross-functional collaboration. Eight years at BJC, driving system-level initiatives that align safety, efficiency, and workforce engagement. Leadership & Operational Impact: • HSO-specific downtime process optimization and regulatory support • Daily workflow and sterile product preparation redesign aligned to staffing models • System-level technician engagement strategy—doubling technician participation • 60% reduction in IV-fluid–specific Pyxis refill errors through process standardization and accountability Leadership style grounded in fairness, consistency, and accountability, with a strong focus on talent development, team engagement, and transparent communication. Empower teams through clear expectations, confidence in decision-making, and systems that enable visibility without micromanagement. Actively pursuing any pharmacy manager, or director-level opportunities where I can contribute expertise in operations leadership, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, workforce optimization, and patient safety. Open to collaboration, mentorship, and strategic partnerships—connect with me on LinkedIn or via email.

Experience

  • Pharmacy Supervisor at St. Louis Children's Hospital
    Aug 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 3 mos

  • Pharmacy Resident - PGY-1 at SSM Health
    Jul 2017 - Jun 2018 · 1 yr

    Robust residency program at SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis