Current Residents
Payton Durocher, PharmD
Hometown: Choteau, Montana
Pharmacy School: Idaho State University, L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy
Why I chose Kootenai Health: I chose Kootenai Health because of the positive experience I had as a student. Kootenai Health has highly qualified preceptors who offer numerous opportunities for the growth and development of pharmacy students and residents. By selecting Kootenai Health, I knew I would receive a quality residency experience that would effectively prepare me for my future.
Professional Interests: After my last APPE rotation in ambulatory care, I am eager to learn more in this area. Additionally, I have a strong interest in AMS.
Personal Interests: Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, running, swimming, paddleboarding, and golfing.
Chance Johnson, PharmD
Hometown: Seeley Lake, MT
Pharmacy School: University of Montana Skaggs School of Pharmacy
Why I chose Kootenai Health: There were a lot of great qualities that drew me to Kootenai Health. Including the diverse rotation opportunities, past resident successes, and numerous awards and accreditations. However, the one thing that made me want to be here more than anywhere else was the people. Everyone involved in the program was so welcoming and took so much pride in their program.
Professional Interests: Cardiology, emergency medicine/critical care, and infectious disease
Personal Interests: I love being outdoors with friends and family. I am also a huge sports fan, especially college football. Go Griz!
Past Residents
2024-2025 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Brett Baerlocher, PharmD
College of Pharmacy: Idaho State University, L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Evaluation and Optimization of Practice Surrounding Treatment of Migraines and Complications of Migraine Attacks in an Emergency Department Setting
Current Position: Specialty Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
Sidney Milbrandt, PharmD
College of Pharmacy: North Dakota State University
Residency Project: Over-treating UTIs or Do We Comply? Review of Antimicrobial Prescribing for Urinary Tract Infections in a Community Hospital Emergency Department
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, MN
2023-2024 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
James Adelman II, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: University of Toledo College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Residency Project: Implementation of a Pharmacist-Driven Review of Cancer-Associated Venous Thromboembolic Disease Prophylaxis at a Community Cancer Center
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
Ryan Armon, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Analyzing the Utility of Pharmacokinetic Estimation Models in Comparison to Two-Level Serum Area Under the Curve (AUC) Calculations for Vancomycin Inpatient Monitoring
Current Position: Clinical Lead Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
2022-2023 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Roselyn C. Johnson, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS)
Residency Project: Implementation of a Pharmacist-Driven Leucovorin Rescue Protocol following Administration of High-Dose Methotrexate in a 330-bed Hospital
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at MultiCare Deaconess Hospital in Spokane, WA and Supplemental Pharmacist at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, WA
Jake Neeman, PharmD, BCPPS
College of Pharmacy: University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis
Residency Project: Pharmacist-Led Education and Implementation of an Institutional Guideline for the Use of Phenobarbital in Severe Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome at a Community Hospital
Current Position: completed a PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Residency at Fulton State Hospital in Fluton, MO; Inpatient Psychiatric Pharmacy Clinical Specialist at SSM DePaul Hospital in St Louis. MO
2021-2022 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Erin Elms, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS)
Residency Project: Applicability of Vancomycin Area Under the Curve (AUC)-Guided Dosing at Kootenai Health
Current Position: Clinical Lead Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
Lauren Fletcher, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Residency Project: Pharmacy Support During Transition to Nursing-Driven Heparin Infusion Protocol
Current Position: Specialty Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
2020-2021 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Anne Keef, PharmD
College of Pharmacy: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS)
Residency Project: Development, Implementation, and Evaluation of a Standardized Order-Set for the Management of Postpartum Patients with Buprenorphine-Dependence
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at CHAS Health in Spokane, WA
Garett Uhlorn, PharmD
College of Pharmacy: Idaho State University, L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Development, Implementation, and Impact of a Pharmacist-Driven Emergency Department Microbiology Follow-Up Collaborative Practice Agreement
Current Position: Emergency Medicine Pharmacist at Prisma Health in Greenville, SC
2019-2020 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Audrey Nordness, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP
College of Pharmacy: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS)
Residency Project: Feasibility of a Multidisciplinary Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Inhaler Program in Reducing Hospital Readmissions
Current Position: Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
Shane Oliver Withers, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: Idaho State University, L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Feasibility of and Versatility of the Emergency Department’s Medication History Process at a Community Hospital
Current Position: Community Pharmacist at Costco in Coeur d’Alene, ID
2018-2019 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Evan Sainsbury, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS)
Residency Project: Improving the Time to Treatment of Sepsis with Intravenous Antibiotics in the Emergency Department
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at MultiCare Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital in Yakima, WA
Drew McMillan, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: University of Wyoming School of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Reducing Inappropriate Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) Usage at a Community Hospital
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at Cody Regional Health in Cody, WY
2017-2018 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Derrick Schoeben, PharmD, BCPS, BCEMP
College of Pharmacy: University of Montana Skaggs School of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Comparison of a Weight-Based Anti-Factor Xa (Anti-Xa) Protocol versus an Activated Partial Thromboplastin time (aPTT) Protocol for Continuous Infusion Heparin Monitoring
Current Position: Emergency Medicine Pharmacist at MultiCare Deaconess Hospital in Spokane, WA and Supplemental Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
Maria Nigro, PharmD
College of Pharmacy: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS)
Residency Project: Implementation of a Standardized SAT/SBT Protocol in the ICU: Effects on Sedative Use and Duration of Mechanical Ventilation
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
2016-2017 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Rachel Zander, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS)
Residency Project: Use of Antipsychotics in Acutely Ill Patients with Dementia
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at Central Peninsula Hospital in Soldotna, AK
Preston Taylor, PharmD, BCPS
College of Pharmacy: Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Pilot Process for a Pharmacy-Driven Discharge Education Service: Utilizing Students and Residents to Improve Patient Transitions and Satisfaction
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at Mercy Health in Muskegon, MI
2015-2016 PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident
Kaitlyn McDonald, PharmD, BCEMP
College of Pharmacy: University of Montana Skaggs School of Pharmacy
Residency Project: Development of an Antimicrobial Formulary Review Process
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID; Clinical Float Pharmacist at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, WA; Supplemental Pharmacist at Heritage Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
2014-2015 PGY-1 Pharmacy Residents
Nathan Bertsch, PharmD
College of Pharmacy: Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS)
Current Position: Clinical Pharmacist and Faculty within the Family Medicine Residency Program at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, ID
Jesse Wageman, PharmD
College of Pharmacy: Idaho State University, L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy
Current Position: Assistant Pharmacy Director of the Idaho Falls Community Hospital in Idaho Falls, ID
Testimonials from Residents
Kootenai Health pharmacy residents enjoy a challenging and rewarding experience as part of the program. Hear from our three pharmacy residents on why they chose Kootenai Health.
“I cannot express how excited I was when I received my match notice for the Kootenai Health Pharmacy Residency. As a candidate, I was looking for a staff that would help guide me in the right direction and help me decide my long-term goals as a hospital pharmacist. Here at Kootenai, the flexibility is amazing and opportunities are endless. I was able to customize my year as a resident to fit my passions and goals as a clinician. The staff is energetic and genuine; they all made me feel at home on day one. It is evident they encourage overall well-being and happiness.”
Jesse Sue Wageman, Kootenai Health Pharmacy Resident 2014-15
“I chose Kootenai Health for my pharmacy residency because I felt a strong connection with the people who are a part of this organization during my interview process. The staff has proved to be extremely welcoming, helpful, and happy with their jobs. This entire community is focused on maintaining a healthy life through relationships, exercise, and the pursuit of happiness. Coeur d’Alene also offers a pristine environment for community involvement and recreational activities. I am thrilled with my decision to be a part of this new residency program and I look forward to continuing my personal and professional development here in the Gem State.”
Nathan Bertsch, Kootenai Health Pharmacy Resident 2014-15
“I chose to complete my PGY1 Pharmacy Residency at Kootenai Health because they offer a well-rounded experience in an acute-care hospital, and provide many opportunities to positively impact patient care. Kootenai Health has been expanding to accommodate the growing community of Coeur d’Alene and its surrounding areas. As a pharmacy resident, I am excited to play a role in increasing clinical pharmacy services on all patient units. Another aspect of the residency program at Kootenai Health that I appreciate is that the learning experiences are customizable, allowing me to create a personalized program that specifically fits my interests and goals as a clinical pharmacist. From day one, the staff at Kootenai Health have been welcoming and supportive. It is a wonderful environment to learn in.”
Kaitlyn McDonald, Pharm.D., PGY1 Pharmacy Resident 2015-16