June 2025 Honoree
Jennifer C. Wolf, RN
In February, I gave birth to our second child—a beautiful daughter—and was discharged home. Just days later, I found myself back in the ER with signs of infection. I expected to be evaluated and sent home with oral antibiotics, but instead, I was admitted for at least 24 hours of IV treatment. I was overwhelmed. I struggled with the decision of whether to leave my newborn at home or bring her to the hospital. My two-year-old son was already adjusting to the arrival of a new sibling, and now I would be away again. My husband was on paternity leave, and this was not how I envisioned our early days as a family of four.
I couldn’t be admitted to Labor and Delivery and was instead placed on unit 5A. Despite the emotional toll, I knew being admitted was the right choice and resolved to get through the 24 hours. Jennifer was my admitting nurse, and from the moment she entered the room, she brought a calm, compassionate confidence. She sat beside me—not at the computer—and focused entirely on my well-being. She completed the admission process through genuine conversation, making me feel seen and understood.
What was supposed to be a 24-hour stay turned into 72 hours, and I was fortunate to have Jennifer as my nurse for most of it. Her compassion never wavered. She became my biggest cheerleader, especially when it came to pumping—celebrating every ounce I produced.
She went above and beyond to ensure medications were safe for breastfeeding, even obtaining exact percentages from the pharmacist. By the third night, I was emotionally drained and developed a fever. That same night, I had a strong reaction to an antibiotic infusion and broke down in tears. Instinctively, I reached for Jennifer and hugged her as I cried. She held space for me in that moment with deep empathy. What I needed wasn’t just medical care—it was healing through her holistic, human-centered approach.
As nurses, you may meet many patients and remember only a few. But as a patient, I will remember Jennifer for a lifetime. I am forever grateful for her thoughtful, compassionate care during one of the most difficult seasons of my life.
I couldn’t be admitted to Labor and Delivery and was instead placed on unit 5A. Despite the emotional toll, I knew being admitted was the right choice and resolved to get through the 24 hours. Jennifer was my admitting nurse, and from the moment she entered the room, she brought a calm, compassionate confidence. She sat beside me—not at the computer—and focused entirely on my well-being. She completed the admission process through genuine conversation, making me feel seen and understood.
What was supposed to be a 24-hour stay turned into 72 hours, and I was fortunate to have Jennifer as my nurse for most of it. Her compassion never wavered. She became my biggest cheerleader, especially when it came to pumping—celebrating every ounce I produced.
She went above and beyond to ensure medications were safe for breastfeeding, even obtaining exact percentages from the pharmacist. By the third night, I was emotionally drained and developed a fever. That same night, I had a strong reaction to an antibiotic infusion and broke down in tears. Instinctively, I reached for Jennifer and hugged her as I cried. She held space for me in that moment with deep empathy. What I needed wasn’t just medical care—it was healing through her holistic, human-centered approach.
As nurses, you may meet many patients and remember only a few. But as a patient, I will remember Jennifer for a lifetime. I am forever grateful for her thoughtful, compassionate care during one of the most difficult seasons of my life.
Thank you, Jennifer C., for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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