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Kathy Timko

Granville,NY

Summary


Professional healthcare leader with significant background in nursing and team management. Skilled in patient care coordination, staff training, and implementing healthcare protocols. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability to evolving healthcare needs. Known for reliability, effective communication, and fostering collaborative environment to achieve optimal outcomes.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Supervisor

The Warren Center
07.2025 - Current
  • Supported nursing staff in daily operations and patient care tasks.
  • Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient outcomes.
  • Observed and learned best practices for effective nursing supervision.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Monitored compliance with health regulations and safety protocols.
  • Provided feedback to improve workflow efficiency among nursing staff.
  • Engaged in interdisciplinary communication to support patient care plans.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
  • Contributed to positive team dynamics as an approachable supervisor who actively listened to concerns from both patients and nurses.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
  • Maintained a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff by enforcing infection control measures and risk management strategies consistently across the unit.

Nurse Educator

Eden Park Health Care Center
06.2002 - 02.2010

Please see the job description for this facility from previous entry. I returned to the same position

Nurse Educator

Eden Park Health Care Center
06.1991 - 06.1999
  • Developed and implemented educational programs for nursing staff to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Facilitated training sessions on patient care protocols and best practices for improved outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess educational needs and tailor training initiatives.
  • Evaluated nursing competencies through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • I was also responsible for teaching the NATP
  • Created instructional materials and resources to support ongoing professional development of nursing staff.
  • Assisted in onboarding new nurses by providing orientation and mentorship during initial training phases.
  • Monitored compliance with regulatory standards in educational content delivered to nursing staff.
  • Assessed competency levels among nursing staff, identifying areas of improvement for targeted interventions.
  • Established a supportive learning environment by providing guidance and mentorship to nursing staff.
  • Served as a subject matter expert in clinical practice areas, offering specialized instruction to enhance skill sets among nurses.

RN II

Great Meadown Correctional Facility
05.1996 - 01.1999
  • Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to medical protocols and standards.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, providing training on best practices and hospital policies.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices, improving patient safety and quality of care initiatives.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS
05-1979

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

SUNY College At Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY

Skills

  • Clinical leadership
  • Patient treatment planning
  • Medical documentation
  • Patient assessments
  • Electronic medical records
  • Disease prevention education
  • Medication administration
  • Care planning
  • Quality improvement
  • Ethical practice
  • Staff orientation
  • Policy enforcement
  • Clinical quality improvement
  • Staff development
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Patient care oversight
  • Medical records management
  • Proficient in Microsoft office and PCC

Timeline

Nursing Supervisor

The Warren Center
07.2025 - Current

Nurse Educator

Eden Park Health Care Center
06.2002 - 02.2010

RN II

Great Meadown Correctional Facility
05.1996 - 01.1999

Nurse Educator

Eden Park Health Care Center
06.1991 - 06.1999

Associate of Science - Nursing

Northwest Mississippi Community College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

SUNY College At Plattsburgh
Kathy Timko