Lauren Bunch
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with expertise in clinical assessment, effective communication, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through attentive care and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, CRC
Molina Healthcare
Louisville, Kentucky
06.2025 - Current
- Reviewed clinical data and applied ASAM criteria to assess appropriateness of requested care level
- Facilitated communication among multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care
- Established rapport with providers to enhance clarity in communication
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Norton Healthcare
Louisville, Kentucky
09.2020 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care to postpartum patients, supporting their recovery process.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions regularly.
- Guided families on newborn care and maternal health practices, promoting health and wellness.
- Maintained compliance with certification guidelines, ensuring high standards of patient care.
Utilization Review Nurse
Carewise Health
Louisville, KY
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Reviewed patient medical records for appropriate care and service authorization.
- Assessed patient medical records to determine the appropriateness of requested services and procedures.
- Evaluated clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness in order to make decisions about coverage determinations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and level of care.
- Evaluated patient medical records to determine requested services and procedures.
- Documented utilization review findings in electronic health record systems accurately.
- Served as a resource for staff members seeking guidance on utilization review matters.
House Float RN
Norton Healthcare
Louisville, Kentucky
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Delivered direct patient care across multiple hospital departments, enhancing patient comfort and recovery.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and timely intervention.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create tailored patient care plans, improving overall treatment outcomes.
- Obtained IV certification to enhance patient care skills.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
Louisville, Kentucky
09.2014 - 06.2019
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced rehabilitation environment.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation daily.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Supported rehabilitation activities to promote patient independence and mobility.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance safety standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Good Samaritan
Louisville, KY
10.2012 - 08.2014
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced rehabilitation environment.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure seamless patient transitions.
- Supported rehabilitation activities to promote patient independence and mobility.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jefferson Manor Nursing Home
Louisville, KY
08.2007 - 09.2012
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced rehabilitation environment.
- Supported rehabilitation activities to promote patient independence and mobility.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkway Medical
Louisville, KY
09.2006 - 09.2007
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced rehabilitation environment.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sullivan University
Louisville, KY 07.2017 - 05.2019
Diploma - Licensed Nurse
Spencerian College
Louisville, KY 06.2005 - 09.2006
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Utilization review
- Electronic health record
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Nursing plan development
- Evidence-based practice
- Regulatory compliance
- Charting documentation
- Direct and indirect patient care
- Medication distribution
- IV setup
- Emergency care
- Geriatric treatment
- Women's health exams
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Reporting and documentation
Certification
- CPR
- Nrp
Timeline
Registered Nurse, CRC
Molina Healthcare
06.2025 - Current
Utilization Review Nurse
Carewise Health
08.2023 - 08.2024
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Norton Healthcare
09.2020 - Current
House Float RN
Norton Healthcare
08.2019 - 09.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sullivan University
07.2017 - 05.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
09.2014 - 06.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Good Samaritan
10.2012 - 08.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jefferson Manor Nursing Home
08.2007 - 09.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkway Medical
09.2006 - 09.2007
Diploma - Licensed Nurse
Spencerian College
06.2005 - 09.2006