Kelly M. Timko, RN
Farmingdale,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Catholic Health System
04.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments for up to 7 patients per shift as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Educated patients and families about medications and treatment instructions to facilitate continuum of care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Observed, recorded and communicated patient conditions utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop, implement and evaluate interdisciplinary plan of care.
Head Teacher/Director of Programming
5 Plus Recreational Programs
02.2007 - Current
- Assisted in planning, organizing and implementing a weeklong overnight camp for young adults with Down syndrome.
- Was on-site at the camp as a Director of Programming.
- Facilitated small group learning activities to promote engagement and understanding.
Administrative Support Assistant/Surgical Scheduler
Northwell Health
05.2021 - 03.2025
- Managed daily office operations, improving overall workflow efficiency.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining confidentiality protocols.
- Confirmed surgery dates and times with patients, providing them with relevant preoperative instructions.
- Liaised with hospital departments to book operating rooms and ensure availability of required resources.
- Prioritized urgent cases when scheduling surgeries based on medical necessity and availability of resources.
- Classified procedures according to ICD-10 and CPT codes.
- Communicated with insurance providers to obtain pre-authorizations for surgical procedures.
- Verified receipt of clearance letters, completed tests and lab work prior to specific procedures.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
ACDS
02.2007 - 05.2021
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse needs of students with disabilities.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued and supported.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and specialists to support student success.
- Developed individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs05.2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY01.2024
Master of Science with Distinction - Inclusive Early Childhood Special Education
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication and Rhetorical Studies
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY01.2003
Associate in Arts - Liberal Arts and Science-Human and Social Science
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY01.2001
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active listening
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Chart updating
- Medical assessment
Certification
- RN, New York State Education Department Office of Professions
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified, American Heart Association,
Language
English - Native
Spanish - Conversational
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Catholic Health System
04.2025 - Current
Administrative Support Assistant/Surgical Scheduler
Northwell Health
05.2021 - 03.2025
Head Teacher/Director of Programming
5 Plus Recreational Programs
02.2007 - Current
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
ACDS
02.2007 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication and Rhetorical Studies
Hofstra University
Associate in Arts - Liberal Arts and Science-Human and Social Science
Nassau Community College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
SUNY Empire State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nassau Community College
Master of Science with Distinction - Inclusive Early Childhood Special Education
Hofstra University
Teacher certification
- Professional Certification, Early Childhood Education, Birth-2nd Grade
- Professional Certification, Special Education, Birth-2nd Grade