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Dianne Conklyn, RN

Emerson,NJ

Summary

Registered Nurse with a solid clinical background in acute, sub-acute and long term care. Extensive management and supervisory experience.

Knowledgeable Case Manager experienced in coordinating care for injured workers in New Jersey . Proactive and resourceful with strong knowledge of community resources. Strong communicator with passion for advocating for others.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Patient Services

CareTen
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
  • Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
  • Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.

Registered Nurse, Infusion

4 Ever Young
01.2023 - 09.2023


  • Educated clients regarding various Intravenous , intramuscular and subcutaneous vitamin and antioxidant products.
  • Performed phlebotomy for lab work as needed.
  • Peripheral IV insertion ,
  • Prepared and administered IV fluids as ordered and monitored client for any potential adverse reaction.


Nursing Supervisor

Senior Quest/ Homecare Assistance
10.2019 - 12.2020
  • Interviewed, hired, instructed and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers and social workers.
  • Developed and implemented new nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors.
  • Maintained strong commitment to patient care through dedicated case management and delivery of services.
  • Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.

Medical Case Manager

CorVel Corporation
09.2015 - 10.2018
  • Worked directly with physicians, adjusters and ancillary care providers to achieve maximum medical improvement and return to work
  • Maintained detailed documentation on each case, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
  • Performed initial client assessment and analysis to begin plan of care and return to work objectives.
  • Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations, and procedural costs.
  • Monitored patient progress closely and adjusted interventions accordingly to maximize treatment effectiveness.

Nurse Case Manager

Compassionate Hospice
11.2008 - 09.2015
  • Coordinated End of Life care for an average monthly case load of 16-20 patients
  • Facilitated an on-going assessment of patient/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
  • Management of implantable Ports, PICC lines, and IV medications for management of End stage heart failure and for pain management

Home Care Coordinator

Valley Home Care
06.2006 - 08.2014
  • Implemented marketing strategies which resulted in 40 % growth of customer base.
  • Performed initial patient assessment and analysis to begin discharge planning and coordinate for home care needs
  • Collaborated  with hospital and sub-acute facilities to provide seamless transfer to home with home care services

Nurse Manager

Emerson Healthcare
12.2002 - 05.2005

Unit manager ,organizing and supervising care of geriatric population, including Alzheimer's Disease, wound care, and sub-acute care

Staff Nurse

Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center
09.1984 - 09.2000
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
  • Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
  • PICC , IV and phlebotomy certified, was member of the IV team for a number of years

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ
12.2007

Associates - Nursing

Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ
08.1984

Skills

  • Case management
  • Relationship development
  • Client assessment and analysis
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Patient Services Coordination
  • Problem-Solving
  • Case Documentation
  • Organization and Multitasking
  • Client Advocacy
  • Referral Coordination
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Case Needs Assessment

Certification

  • BLS/CPR certified
  • IV certified
  • PICC and implantable ports, certified
  • Phlebotomy certified
  • IV Chemotherapy administration
  • NJ Certified School Substitute

Timeline

Director of Patient Services

CareTen
09.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Infusion

4 Ever Young
01.2023 - 09.2023

Nursing Supervisor

Senior Quest/ Homecare Assistance
10.2019 - 12.2020

Medical Case Manager

CorVel Corporation
09.2015 - 10.2018

Nurse Case Manager

Compassionate Hospice
11.2008 - 09.2015

Home Care Coordinator

Valley Home Care
06.2006 - 08.2014

Nurse Manager

Emerson Healthcare
12.2002 - 05.2005

Staff Nurse

Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center
09.1984 - 09.2000

Bachelor of Arts -

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Associates - Nursing

Bergen Community College
Dianne Conklyn, RN