Kimberly Neelans
About Kimberly Neelans
Kimberly Neelans serves as the Sr. Director of Enterprise Pharmacy Quality & Safety Programs at EmblemHealth, leveraging her extensive background in healthcare management and nursing. She has held various leadership roles at ConnectiCare and possesses expertise in quality assurance standards.
Work at EmblemHealth
Kimberly Neelans currently serves as the Senior Director of Enterprise Pharmacy Quality & Safety Programs at EmblemHealth. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's focus on enhancing pharmacy quality and ensuring safety standards are met within healthcare delivery. Her role involves overseeing various initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes through effective pharmacy management.
Previous Experience at ConnectiCare
Prior to her current role, Kimberly Neelans worked at ConnectiCare in various capacities. She served as the Director of Project Management and Vendor Oversight from 2005 to 2010, and later as the Director of Credentialing and Vendor Management from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, she held the position of Director for STARs and Quality Initiatives from 2015 to 2019. Her experience at ConnectiCare also includes a role as a Maternal Child Health Case Manager from 1996 to 1997.
Education and Expertise
Kimberly Neelans earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Russell Sage College, where she studied from 1985 to 1989. Her educational background in nursing informs her approach to healthcare management. She possesses strong skills in healthcare management and credentialing, along with expertise in U.S. National Committee for Quality Assurance standards.
Background in Nursing
Kimberly Neelans has a background in nursing that spans several years. This foundation in healthcare provides her with a unique perspective on healthcare management and quality assurance. Her nursing experience contributes to her ability to implement effective healthcare programs and initiatives.