Laney Gunderson
Vadnais Heights
Summary
A driven and compassionate fourth-semester nursing student focused on serving the medical and personal needs to patients of all backgrounds. Dedicated to delivering high-quality care with kindness, compassion, and respect toward the patients. Devoted to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with excellent bedside manner, communication skills, and charting abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Assistant/CNA
St. Andrew’s Village
Mahtomedi, MN
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and mobility while maintaining dignity and comfort.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff, and maintained accurate patient documentation.
- Provided compassionate care and emotional support to patients and families in long-term care and rehabilitation settings.
Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Accra Homecare
Mankato, MN
03.2026 - Current
- Conducted critical skills such as collecting vital signs, assisting with bathing and dressing, showering, laundry, meal prepping, and housekeeping
- Provide emotional and physical support to clients
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting client independence and well-being.
Assistant Women's Gymnastics Coach
White Bear Lake Gymnastics
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Provided individualized coaching for diverse skill levels, ensuring safety and providing effective constructive criticism
- Demonstrated proper techniques and safety practices during training exercises.
- Assisted in planning and implementing gymnastics training sessions for athletes.
- Supported head coach in organizing team practices and competitions.
- Enhanced choreography for performance routines, elevating presentation quality and engagement
Shadowing: Student Nurse
Balance Medical: Women's Health Clinic
Bismark, ND
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Shadowed Dr. Rhonda Schafer, MD, PhD, FACOG
- Observed endometrial ablations, intra-uterine device placements, and laparoscopic hysterectomies to enhance understanding of gynecological procedures.
- Assisted in locating fetal heart tones with an ultrasound wand, conducting birth control consults, and educating patients on comfort measures.
- 60 hours
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN12-2026
Skills
- Communication & Teamwork
- Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Therapeutic Communication & Active Listening Skills
- Infection Control
- Wound care
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Reasoning
- Catheter Cares
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 07/24/2024
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider, 06/01/2024
- American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - CPR, 05/01/2021
- Mental Health First Aid, 04/07/2024
- Certified Dementia Friend, 03/24/2025
- SALT Triage Training, 03/16/2026
Timeline
Resident Assistant/CNA
St. Andrew’s Village
05.2026 - Current
Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Accra Homecare
03.2026 - Current
Shadowing: Student Nurse
Balance Medical: Women's Health Clinic
07.2025 - 07.2025
Assistant Women's Gymnastics Coach
White Bear Lake Gymnastics
06.2022 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Activities and Honors
Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Society of Nursing: April, 2026 - Present
Student Nurses Association: January, 2025 - Present
Student Nurses Association Executive Board, November, 2025 - Present: Head Committee Member & Health and Wellness Coordinator: April, 2026 - Present