Diane Wolfe
Mount Joy,PA
Summary
Professional nurse with strong background in home health care, hospice, and emergency nursing. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, and clinical management. Effective team collaborator with focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes through adaptability and reliable support. Known for strong communication skills, empathy, and commitment to patient-centered care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health/Hospice Registered Nurse
Visiting Nurse of Central Pennsylvania
11.2019 - Current
- Administered comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Managed 30+ patient visits weekly
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient outcomes and streamline communication.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and medication adherence strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and clinical symptoms, adjusting care protocols as necessary for optimal health results.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving patient care standards.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve quality of care and reduce hospital readmission rates.
- Provided compassionate patient care in accordance with individualized hospice plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess and evaluate patient needs effectively.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, symptom management, and end-of-life options.
- Developed and implemented nursing interventions to enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
- Streamlined medication administration processes to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
Director of Nursing/Health Services Administrator
PrimeCare Medical
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Led the nursing department to achieve high standards of patient care and satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented training programs for nursing staff, enhancing clinical skills and knowledge retention.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency in patient management and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish best practices in patient care protocols and safety measures.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
- Evaluated the work performance of 30 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Evaluated the work performance of 30 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
Staff Nurse
Ephrata Community Hospital
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Triage and implement care for patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
- Assess patient status and notify physicians of clinical changes.
- Interact with multiple hospital departments to facilitate patient care.
- Maintain patient charts and confidential files.
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined patient flow and increased overall departmental efficiency.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patients' needs, ensuring timely interventions and continuity of care.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
District Clinical Operations Supervisor/Staff Nurse
MedExpress Urgent Care Center
05.2011 - 07.2012
- Supervise clinical staff in 8 clinics.
- Collaborate with Center Managers to ensure MedExpress clinical standards are consistently met.
- Develop and implement training for clinical staff and new hires.
- Participate in the interview/hiring process of nursing staff.
- Triage and implement care for patients presenting to the MedExpress Urgent Care Center.
- Collaborate with and work together with MedExpress team members to provide outstanding customer service to patients and their family members.
- Support and enhance the MedExpress mission and philosophy of providing great care fast.
- Provide nursing care as ordered by the center’s physician.
- Perform laboratory tests and prepare laboratory samples for pickup by the center’s designated laboratory service as ordered by the physician.
- Process ordered prescriptions for patients and provide medication teaching to patients.
- Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for operational enhancements and staff development.
- Improved staff performance by conducting comprehensive training sessions and providing continuous feedback.
- Supported continuous professional development among staff members by providing opportunities for training, education, and skill enhancement.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care delivery.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance accuracy in patient record management systems.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for clinical procedures and patient interaction.
- Coordinated interdepartmental communication to streamline service delivery and reduce wait times.
Charge/Staff Nurse
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center
06.2004 - 01.2012
- Triage and implement care of patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and implementing timely interventions.I
- Collaborate with multiple hospital departments to facilitate patient care.
- Educate patients/families about health care needs, diagnosis, options for care, etc.
- Evaluate staffing requirements according to patient flow.
- Maintain patient charts and confidential files.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in patient care and emergency response procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
Home Hospice Registered Nurse
Hospice of Lancaster County
03.2007 - 06.2008
- Support and enhance the agency’s mission and philosophy of promoting excellence in end-of-life care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Conducted regular clinical assessments of assigned patients, identifying any changes in condition that may necessitate modifications to the care plan.
- Developed strong relationships with local hospitals to expedite referrals and streamline admission processes for hospice candidates.
- Administered comprehensive pain management and symptom control for terminally ill patients.
- Educated families on end-of-life care, enhancing understanding and comfort during difficult times.
- Managed complex caseloads involving diverse diagnoses such as cancer, heart failure, dementia, COPD, liver disease, kidney failure among others.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while working closely with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining open lines of dialogue with patients'' families.
- Provided education on disease processes, medication administration, and self-care techniques for both patients and families.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
Georgia11-2026
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2010
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Millersville University
Millersville, PA05-1981
Associate Degree - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Millersville State University
Millersville, PA01-1981
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Process improvements
Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers
- RN 557130
Timeline
Director of Nursing/Health Services Administrator
PrimeCare Medical
01.2022 - 07.2022
Home Health/Hospice Registered Nurse
Visiting Nurse of Central Pennsylvania
11.2019 - Current
Staff Nurse
Ephrata Community Hospital
05.2012 - 01.2013
District Clinical Operations Supervisor/Staff Nurse
MedExpress Urgent Care Center
05.2011 - 07.2012
Home Hospice Registered Nurse
Hospice of Lancaster County
03.2007 - 06.2008
Charge/Staff Nurse
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center
06.2004 - 01.2012
Associate Degree - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Millersville University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Millersville State University
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