Leah Andersen Email and Phone Number

My name is Leah Andersen and I have had the privilege over the past two years to gain experience in a variety of clinical settings at the University of Virginia hospital that have taught me about good teamwork, interpersonal skills and relationships, and how to adjust to high acuity patient needs. My experience in a program working long term with a chronically ill patient has increased and expanded my understanding of chronic illness, as well as the importance of holistic care when interacting with clients. Due to this experience I am both equipped to care for the primary and acute needs of the patients I will be working with, while also considering and compassionately ensuring that their various other needs are met. Not only will I arrive at work each day ready to fine tune my nursing skills, but I will also be bringing valuable leadership qualities and experiences that will make me an effective member of the team. During college I have uniquely learned to balance my time, academics, and relational commitments, while simultaneously creating healthy space for self-care in order to be the most effective and efficient person and nurse I can be.