Hi, I’m
Lauren Bartunek, BSN, RN, CPON, BMT-CN
Newport Beach,CA
Summary
Patient-oriented Certified Registered Nurse with 18 years of experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in Hematology/Oncology nursing while seeking transition to outpatient environment.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Hospital of Orange County
Clinical RN IV/ Clinical Shift Leader
01.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Provided collaborative, patient and family-centered care to Hematology/Oncology population (infancy to young adult).
- Management of high-acuity assignments, including CAR-T cell, BMT, immunotherapy, and Phase 1 Clinical Trials
- Served as Clinical Shift Leader (Charge RN role), demonstrating leadership, flexibility, communication skills, and further teamwork with interdisciplinary staff
- Made decisions independently with regard to staffing, acuity, budget and delegation of appropriate tasks
- Advocated for the best interests of staff and patients
- Mentored/precepted students and new RNs
Children's Hospital of Orange County
Travel RN
01.2016 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Adapted quickly to a fast-paced unit with minimal orientation in order to provide quality care to high-acuity Hem/Onc patients
- Demonstrated flexibility, teamwork, and enhanced knowledge in other specialties by floating frequently (including ICU).
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital
Clinical RN/Charge Nurse
01.2006 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Provided high level patient and family-centered care to Hem/Onc/BMT population, including performing independent assessments, developing and carrying out individualized care plans, and medication administration.
- Worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary team within a teaching hospital environment: Magnet accredited, Level 1 trauma center
- Rotated through Charge RN role while concurrently in patient care, making decisions related to staffing, acuity, and patient assignments.
- Preceptor/mentor to new graduate nurses and students.
Education
Ohio University, Athens, OH
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
Certificate of Professional Nursing/BSN Equivalent
Baldwin-Wallace College, Berea, OH
Bachelor of Science from Biological Sciences/Psychology
Skills
Chemotherapy/Infusions
Direct patient care
Leadership
Clinical judgement
Patient advocacy
Nursing education
Palliative care
Infection Control
Timeline
Clinical RN IV/ Clinical Shift Leader
Children's Hospital of Orange County
01.2017 - Current
Travel RN
Children's Hospital of Orange County
01.2016 - 01.2017
Clinical RN/Charge Nurse
Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2016
Ohio University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Case Western Reserve University
Certificate of Professional Nursing/BSN Equivalent
Baldwin-Wallace College
Bachelor of Science from Biological Sciences/Psychology
Licenses/Certifications
Registered Nurse (California Board of Nursing)- #796300
APHON Chemotherapy/Biotherapy (2006-current)
Certified Pediatric Oncology Nurse (2009-current)
Bone Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (2023-current)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
Professional Highlights
- CHOC President's Award (2023)
- Hematology/Oncology Community Service Award (2023)
- Palliative Care Superuser (2023-current)
- Resuscitation Champion (2022-current)
- SCAPHON member (2017-current)
- APHON member (2007-current)
- Safety Coach (2013-2015; 2018-2022)
- Clinical Practice Council (2019-2022)
- Leadership Committee (2011-2015)
- Hem/Onc Operational Committee (2010-2016)
- Recruitment, Recognition, & Retention Committee (2008-2009)
Conference Attendance
- APHON- 2009-2012, 2019-2020
- SCAPHON- 2018, 2021-2023
- FAPTP- 2013-2014
Publications
- Blood Management Initiatives in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Population, Baffa, A., Bartunek, L., Colella, F., An Ongoing PI Project, APHON Annual Conference, 2010, Minneapolis, MN, Paper Presentation, Pediatric Blood Conservation Symposium, 2009, Cleveland, OH, Poster Presentation
- A Dressing Change Algorithm for the Prevention of Skin Breakdown in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Population, Bartunek, L., Komlosi, M., APHON Annual Conference, 2011, Anaheim, CA, Poster Presentation
Volunteer Experience
- Dominican Republic Mission Team, Medical Clinic Provider, 2023-current
- Mariner's Church Safety/Security Team, Medical Volunteer, 2021-current
- St. Baldricks, Shavee, 2015
Licenses/Certifications
Registered Nurse (California Board of Nursing)- #796300
APHON Chemotherapy/Biotherapy (2006-current)
Certified Pediatric Oncology Nurse (2009-current)
Bone Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (2023-current)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
Professional Highlights
- CHOC President's Award (2023)
- Hematology/Oncology Community Service Award (2023)
- Palliative Care Superuser (2023-current)
- Resuscitation Champion (2022-current)
- SCAPHON member (2017-current)
- APHON member (2007-current)
- Safety Coach (2013-2015; 2018-2022)
- Clinical Practice Council (2019-2022)
- Leadership Committee (2011-2015)
- Hem/Onc Operational Committee (2010-2016)
- Recruitment, Recognition, & Retention Committee (2008-2009)
Conference Attendance
- APHON- 2009-2012, 2019-2020
- SCAPHON- 2018, 2021-2023
- FAPTP- 2013-2014
Publications
- Blood Management Initiatives in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Population, Baffa, A., Bartunek, L., Colella, F., An Ongoing PI Project, APHON Annual Conference, 2010, Minneapolis, MN, Paper Presentation, Pediatric Blood Conservation Symposium, 2009, Cleveland, OH, Poster Presentation
- A Dressing Change Algorithm for the Prevention of Skin Breakdown in the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Population, Bartunek, L., Komlosi, M., APHON Annual Conference, 2011, Anaheim, CA, Poster Presentation
Volunteer Experience
- Dominican Republic Mission Team, Medical Clinic Provider, 2023-current
- Mariner's Church Safety/Security Team, Medical Volunteer, 2021-current
- St. Baldricks, Shavee, 2015
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