Kami Loeffelholz

Kami Loeffelholz is an Instructor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Nursing, based at the Kearney Campus. She holds a Master’s of Nursing Education (MSN) from Nebraska Methodist College (2018), an Associate Degree in Nursing (2005) and a Practical Nursing diploma (1994), both from Central Community College. Her career spans diverse nursing roles and focuses on student success through retention programs and educational innovation.

Education:

• MSN in Nursing Education, Nebraska Methodist College, 2018
• ADN, Central Community College, 2005
• Practical Nursing Diploma, Central Community College, 1994

Research & Service: Ms. Loeffelholz pioneered a nursing retention program for at-risk students at Central Community College. At UNMC, she contributes to the Kearney Campus Learning Community Development (2021–2024), School Nurse Scholars Program (2022–present), and serves as an at-large Counselor for Sigma Theta Tau’s Iota Tau and Gamma Pi Chapters (2022–present). She also leads a Girl Scout troop (2007–present).

Awards:

• Rosalee C. Yeaworth Teaching Excellence Award (2021)
• UNMC Daisy Award Faculty Nomination (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)

Advising & Grants: Though no formal student advisees are listed, her work emphasizes student mentorship through retention initiatives. No grants explicitly noted.

Labs/Teams: Engaged with UNMC’s interdisciplinary nursing education teams and community programs.