Laura VanderSchaaf shows exceptional dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence in nursing education and patient care. During my clinical experience in October of 2025, she consistently demonstrated an extraordinary level of professionalism, compassion, and skill that far exceeded expectations.

VanderSchaaf exemplifies the true spirit of nursing. She is deeply committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, taking the time to mentor and guide new nurses with patience and encouragement. Her approach to teaching is thorough and thoughtful. She not only ensures clinical competence but also emphasizes critical thinking, ethical practice, and compassionate care.

During my clinical shift, VanderSchaaf devoted several hours to ensuring that I felt confident and well-prepped. She went beyond routine instruction by providing real-time feedback, sharing valuable insights, and modeling excellence in both patient interactions and teamwork. Her ability to balance mentorship with her demanding workload reflects her dedication to both professional growth and quality patient outcomes.

Beyond her clinical expertise, VanderSchaaf is an inspiring role model whose empathy and professionalism positively influence everyone around her. She embodies the core values of nursing, integrity, respect, and service, and continuously strives to elevate the standard of care. Her exceptional commitment to education, mentorship, and patient care has had a lasting impact not only on my professional development and my nursing career. Again, thank you for all that you do!