Lauren Merrell

I love helping therapists fulfill their career and travel goals! And I love to travel myself! I’ve been to 42 of the 50 states, with plans to get to the last 8 over the next two years. My extensive travel experience gives me good insight into different parts of the country and what to expect there. I also have a unique perspective on travel healthcare – my mom is a travel nurse! I get to see the company and the candidate side of the situation, which gives me a great platform to advocate for my travelers.

When I think about the benefits that CoreMedical offers and what sets us apart, it’s easy: Core Cares! This is by far the best benefit of working for CoreMed. They genuinely care about their employees and have consistently shown me and my travelers support over the years when faced with tough situations. (The free Club CoreMed vacation isn’t bad either!)

When you work with me you can be sure:

• I will listen to your wants and needs and do everything I can to help you achieve your goals.
• Your resume will never be submitted without your permission
• I always discuss in detail your pay package, and any details of a position with you prior to submitting you to a job.
• I will not disappear during your assignment. We will check in regularly and you will always be able to reach me.
• I will be your advocate.
• Most importantly, I will always be honest with you. You can count on me for clear and open communication.

Here at Core, we have a full team to support you while you are on assignment. You will have direct access to me 24/7 through my email, office line, cell phone, or text. You will also have access to a personal credentialing specialist, payroll administrator, and housing assistant. My focus is on making this the best experience for you and making sure you are fully supported while you are on assignment.

As a mother of two disabled children, I have a passion for placing quality therapists in healthcare settings where they can improve the lives of their patients. In my daily life, I see how important quality healthcare is to patients and their families. I truly believe our patients are the most important part of both of our jobs. I believe that through our hard work we can improve the lives of our patients and give back in a way that we wouldn't be able to in any other way. I look forward to taking this journey with you and getting to know you!

Here's what some of my travelers have to say about me: 

I have had the pleasure of working with Lauren for the past year and 5 months at Core Medical Group. Lauren is an awesome recruiter! I don't think I would be a traveler as long as I have without Lauren's support through every step of the way! She is very organized, knowledgable about allied traveling, very compassionate, caring as always checking in on a regular basis, and always has a positive vibe. Lauren is truly an asset to Core Medical Group and I am happy to have her as my recruiter!

Lauren is a very well organized, attentive, and honest, which really helped make my transition as a traveler as enjoyable as it has! Always there to attend to any needs that come about and persistent in finding the best situation for her therapists. Highly recommend to anyone joining the traveling healthcare industry.