Optimizing Team Integration of Critical Care Pharmacists: A History of Critical Care Pharmacy Practice and Evolving Definition of "Optimal Practice".

Authors

Susan E Smith, Aeryana N Bektas, Kelli Henry, Mojdeh S Heavner, John Papadopoulos, Andrea Sikora

Published in

Critical care clinics. Volume 43. Issue 1. Pages 153-176. Epub Sep 01, 2026.

Abstract

Critical Care Pharmacists (CCPs) are essential members of the intensive care unit (ICU) team who provide comprehensive medication management to improve patient outcomes, safety, and cost efficiency. This article highlights best practices for optimal CCP integration, including optimal patient-to-pharmacist ratios, participation in interprofessional rounds, team-based practice models, and expanded coverage across all shifts. The Triple Domain framework is useful to evaluate CCP value across patients, health care teams, and institutions. Best practices include an ICU patient-to-CCP ratio of less than or equal to 15:1 and inclusion of CCPs on daily interprofessional rounds.

PMID:
43003540
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