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Katie Losure

Montezuma,IA

Summary

Highly motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse graduate seeking an entry-level position in Medical-Surgical unit. Eager to apply my strong foundation in patient assessment, care planning, and medication administration while contributing to a team-oriented environment. Passionate about providing quality patient care and dedicated to continuous learning and professional development.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

St. Francis Manor
08.2024 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.

Medication Aide

St. Francis Manor
01.2020 - 08.2024
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
  • Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
  • Administered prescribed drugs to 16-19 bed patient load.

Certified Nurse's Aide

St. Francis Manor
08.2015 - 08.2024
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes.
  • Supported needs of 16+ residents under long-term care.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, IA
06-2025

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Iowa Valley Community College - Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, IA
06-2024

High School Diploma -

Ames High School
Ames, IA
05.2013

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient assessments
  • Wound care
  • Direct patient care
  • Medication administration
  • Family communication
  • Point Click Care, EMR software
  • Charting and recording
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Dementia knowledge and care

Clinical Rotation Experience

Clinical Experience LPN

  Nursing Preceptorship - 90 hours at Mayflower Community, Grinnell  

• Sunny Hill Care Center — Tama, IA 

 • Grinnell Regional Medical Center Unity Point — Grinnell, IA  

• UnityPoint Health — Marshalltown, IA  

• Medical-Surgical- 123 hours  

• Simulation Experience -36 hours 

 • Med-Surg, OB/Pediatrics, Behavioral/Mental Health  

• Geriatrics - 24 hours

Clinical Experience ADN 24'-25'

  • Medical Surgical- 160+ hours, Grinnell Regional Unity Point
  • Preceptor, Medical Surgical- 47 hours
  • OB- 30 hours, Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines
  • Emergency Room Observation- 12 hours, Grinnell Regional Unity Point


Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

St. Francis Manor
08.2024 - Current

Medication Aide

St. Francis Manor
01.2020 - 08.2024

Certified Nurse's Aide

St. Francis Manor
08.2015 - 08.2024

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Marshalltown Community College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Iowa Valley Community College - Marshalltown Community College

High School Diploma -

Ames High School

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