Sophia Katz

Recent University of Utah Graduate with a BSN in Nursing and newly commissioned 2LT in the US Army. I moved to Washington with my husband because we are stationed at JBLM, but I am still waiting to take the NCLEX and will be leaving for my follow-on training in January! In the meantime, I would love to spend time with kids, as I am hoping to be a Labor and Delivery Nurse after all of my follow-on training is complete!

RNA - Capstone Clinical Experience at University of Utah – Surgical Specialty & Transplant Unit (A50) (2026-05 – 2026-08)

• Administered and explained transplant-related medications and electrolyte replacement therapies under RN supervision while adhering to medication-safety principles.
• Received training on how to properly identify and report the early warning signs of transplant complications or patient deterioration during rotations; signs of infections, organ rejection, sepsis, or electrolyte imbalances, and what nursing interventions are necessary.
• Observed and practiced efficient, thorough charting and bedside report.
• Under RN supervision, gained experience safely administering and explaining transplant-related medication and electrolyte replacement therapies to patients with 100% adherence to medication safety standards.

Nursing Summer Internship Program – ROTC at Joint-Base Lewis McChord, Madigan Hospital (2025-07 – 2025-08)

• Provided safe, organized, holistic, and effective nursing care based on a synthesis of knowledge for patients with a range of health problems – Med Surg, Mom and baby, ER, Post/Antepartum, OR, Stepdown, Psych, and ICU exposure while shadowing 2LT Nurses
• Provided appropriate nursing care and rationale for nursing decisions using relevant knowledge, principles, and theories
• Demonstrated leadership in development and implementation of ethical and professional standards and conduct
• Accountability for personal actions and behaviors related to clinical experiences

Barista at Holy Water Coffee (2024-02 – 2025-02)

• Prepared specialty drinks and food items.
• Trained new employees and managed end-of-day cash handling.
• Maintained efficiency in a high-volume, customer-focused environment.

Lab crew at Albertine Lab (2023-07 – 2024-02)

• Assisted in data collection, specimen preparation, and lab organization.
• Ensured adherence to quality and safety standards.

Key holder/Manager at Free People (2022-07 – 2023-08)

• Oversaw daily operations, including opening/closing, cash management, and event coordination.
• Led sales associates to achieve store goals while maintaining excellent customer service.

Volunteer at IVHQ Medical Outreach (2023-05 – 2023-05)

• Malaria Testing at various Elementary schools with over 700 children tested and treated
• Help in small clinics in under-resourced, rural areas for two days a week
• Help with mobile wound care outreach service for three days a week
• Helping rural communities access vital healthcare
• Observing clinical practice in action

SECOND LIEUTENANT, U.S. ARMY NURSE CORPS in Nursing – University of Utah, College of Nursing (2020-08 – 2026-08)

Foundations of Nursing Care – University of Utah

Maternal & Infant – University of Utah

Acute Care Practicum – University of Utah

Population Health Practicum – Utah County Health Department