Katherine Saxe
414 Oakdale Dr Manhattan,KS
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with over four years of clinical experience gained while serving on active duty in the U.S. Army in the National Capital Region. Experienced in labor and delivery, postpartum care, and primary care with a strong focus on pediatrics. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, patient advocacy, and the ability to perform effectively in high-acuity and fast-paced environments. Skilled in providing family-centered care, supporting mothers and newborns, and delivering comprehensive pediatric and primary care services. Known for maintaining high standards of patient safety, teamwork, and professionalism while adapting to diverse clinical settings and patient populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical LPN
Irwin Army Community Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Assisted with minimum 15 phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Supported execution of outpatient procedures for both adult and pediatric populations
Licensed Practical Nurse
United States Army
07.2020 - 07.2024
- Provide highly specialized obstetrical nursing care to either routine or high-risk neonatal and post-partum patients.
- Respond to life-saving situations, using nursing standards and protocols for treatment, as well as completing other diagnostic testing as needed.
- Initiate parent/infant bonding by promoting a baby-friendly environment.
- Educate parents on proper newborn care, providing breastfeeding assistance, and monitoring the mother and newborns well-being while still in the hospital.
- Provided safe patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Managed, documented, and enforced infection control standards and procedures on the unit per Joint Commission and facility protocol.
- Adhere to hospital policies and procedures; particularly those dealing with patient health information (PHI) and patient confidentiality.
- Work in conjunction with the charge nurse as a shift lead.
- Educated patients and their families on health management, medications, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Conducted patient assessments, developed care plans, and collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medication, immunizations, and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers, maintaining accurate and detailed patient records.
- Monitored and assessed patients' condition, vital signs, and symptoms to provide timely and effective care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of both mother and neonate assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records.
Server
River Inn Bar & Grill
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Provide exceptional customer service by taking food and drink orders with a friendly and attentive attitude.
- Ensure accuracy of orders by carefully inputting them into the system and communicating special requests to the kitchen staff.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area to uphold health and safety standards.
- Upsell menu items and promotions to increase overall sales and enhance the dining experience for customers.
- Collaborate with team members to deliver a seamless dining experience for guests, including assisting with bussing tables and refilling beverages.
Education
Some College - No Degree - Nursing
Army Practical Nurse Course
Fort Sam Houston03.2022
Skills
Health and wellness education
Vital signs assessment
Working knowledge of medical equipment
Patient evaluation
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Medication administration
Infant comfort and support
Newborn care
Growth monitoring
Immunization administration
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Nomination The DAISY Foundation
Between the years 2023 and 2024, I have been nominated for the DAISY Award on four seperate occassions by patient reccommendation.
ACE Award A.T. Augusta Military Medical Center
In the year 2023, I was awarded the facility ACE award by patient nomination.
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Red Cross March 2025
Timeline
Clinical LPN
Irwin Army Community Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
United States Army
07.2020 - 07.2024
Server
River Inn Bar & Grill
05.2018 - 01.2020
Some College - No Degree - Nursing
Army Practical Nurse Course