Emily Walner

Honors Nursing Student committed to delivering culturally-congruent care by using evidence-based practices to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Strong foundation in clinical skills and a deep understanding of diverse patient needs. Actively pursuing opportunities to further develop expertise in holistic nursing approaches and health initiatives.

• American Heart Association BLS Provider
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - Advocate Health (renewed quarterly)
• CPR/AED & First Aid Certified
• Certified Nursing Assistant (IDPH)

Tongue-tie and Breastfeeding, International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, 07/20/22

• Reviewed and edited a published research paper which evaluated the relationship between lingual frenulum release procedures and breastfeeding efficacy in infants with ankyloglossia
• Collaborated with MDs and RNs to ensure accurate data interpretation and analysis in academia

President, Aspiring Nurses Association, Madison, WI, 05/23, 05/24

• Fostered an inclusive community for pre-nursing students through organizing team-building activities, social events, and fundraisers
• Represented student needs by inviting local RNs, NPs, and CRNAs to provide valuable guidance and unique perspectives at club meetings
• Partnered with organizations like Ronald McDonald House Charities and Letters of Love to get involved in the community and grow as students, team members, and future nurses

Founder & Co-President, Cycle Forward UW, Madison, WI, 01/23 - Present

• Promotes increased accessibility to period products and de-stigmatizes menstruation through educational efforts
• Collects in-kind and cash donations to fund the bulk purchase of menstrual products, which are distributed to local food pantries and shelters
• Partnered with Intimina for a campaign addressing menstrual inequity, collecting data on accessibility and financial strain among college students; received $1K worth of reusable period products from Intimina to donate to underserved communities in Madison

Volunteer, Babies & Beyond of WI, Inc., Madison, WI, 10/23 - Present

• Works with a Madison-based non-profit dedicated to providing pregnancy assistance and resources to local families
• Engages in cognitive development activities with young children while parents shop for necessities such as clothing, diapers, bottles, and more
• Utilizes Spanish skills to effectively communicate with non-English-speaking families