Rhode Island Society of Health-System Pharmacists Future of Pharmacy Showcase
We're excited to announce the date for our upcoming RISHP Future of Pharmacy Showcase Event!
Saturday, November 7, 2026
The University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy
Time: 8AM-1:30PM, registration starting at 7:30am
Target audience: pharmacists and technicians in all practice settings
Learning Objectives
Future of Pharmacy Showcase Beyond the Basics: Navigating USP 797
At the completion of this activity, pharmacists will be able to:
1. Identify key changes to USP 797 requirements that impact sterile compounding practices.
2. Match USP 797 requirements to real-world sterile compounding scenarios to promote compliance and patient safety.
At the completion of this activity, pharmacy technicians will be able to:
Patient Safety
1. Describe the pharmacology and clinical effects of xylazine exposure and overdose.
2. Discuss the impact of xylazine contamination in the illicit drug supply and its implications for patient care.
3. Identify evidence-based strategies pharmacists can use to support treatment options.
4. Explain how recommendations and initiatives developed by national medication safety committees can
influence local practice and patient safety, using a specific medication safety example.
5. Describe the structure and purpose of ASHP medication safety advisory groups and committees and their role in advancing medication-use safety.
6. Identify opportunities for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to become involved in state and national professional organizations and committee work.
3. Explain how recommendations and initiatives developed by national medication safety committees can
Describe the structure and purpose of ASHP medication safety advisory groups and committees and their role in advancing medication-use safety.
5. Identify opportunities for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to become involved in state and national professional organizations and committee work.
Pharmacy Law (Pharmacists Only)
1. Describe the purpose, structure, and key content areas of the revised UMPJE.
2. Discuss initial student and faculty experiences with the new UMPJE, as well as implications for student preparation and licensure.
3. Describe the key principles of the Standard of Care regulatory framework for pharmacy practice.
4. Identify operational successes, challenges, and considerations when implementing the standard of care into statutes and rules in NH.
5. Discuss practical examples of how the standard of care regulatory model has been leveraged in ambulatory care, inpatient, and community pharmacy settings.
6. Describe the stages of the ASHP policy-making process.
7. Summarize what happens at Regional Delegate Conferences.
8. List three policies approved in 2026.
At the completion of this activity, Technicians will be able to:
1. Identify different drug classes for inhaled pulmonary therapies and potential duplicate therapies.
2. Evaluate for medication adherence and proper use of inhalers.
3. Identify when to notify the Pharmacist for appropriate intervention.
4. Recognize common inhaler types.
5. Define what CGM stands for, its role in diabetes management, and common devices.
6. Apply knowledge of CGM devices to common patient scenarios.
7. Recall commonly asked questions and answers regarding CGMs, as well as cost assistance resources for patients.
8. Identify injectable medications commonly used to treat diabetes.
9. Describe the general indication, dosage titration, administration, and adverse effect information related to these products.
10. Outline common insurance coverage challenges associated with high-cost injectable medications.
11. Explain the purpose, eligibility, rules, and processing steps for the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program and direct purchase options.
Pharmacy Administration
1. Describe the Rhode Island requirements and limitations for technology-assisted dispensing process validation within institutional pharmacies.
2. Identify two implementation pitfalls associated with treating Tech-Check-Tech as a stand-alone verification process.
3. Outline the core components of an automated dispensing system replenishment framework that integrates training, competency, barcode-supported workflow, and continuous quality assessment.
4. Analyze the operational benefits of implementing a structured technician development program within an inpatient pharmacy setting.
5. Identify key strategies to support and mentor inpatient pharmacy technicians as they transition into advanced roles or career ladders.
6. Summarize ASHP’s 2022 National Survey Results and PAI 2030 technician elements.
7. Describe how pharmacists can support technician expansion of their compounding skill set, competencies, and professional activities.
4. Identify advanced technical skills to improve workflow efficiency and department success.
5. Summarize ASHP’s 2022 National Survey Results and PAI 2030 technician elements.
6. Describe how technicians can expand their compounding skill set, competencies, and professional activities.
RISHP Showcase 2026
Table & Sponsorship Options
Residency Program Options
RISHP President
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