Faustina Ofosu

Compassionate, NCLEX-passed RN with 5+ years of acute care LPN experience at Mount Carmel Health System. Skilled in medical-surgical, orthopedic, and bariatric nursing, medication/IV administration, and Epic EHR. Seeking a nurse residency position to expand clinical practice and deliver safe, patient-centered care. Known for strong assessment skills, teamwork, and ability to manage high-acuity patients in fast-paced environments.

Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical/Surgical Orthopedics & Bariatrics at Mount Carmel Grove City (2024-01 – Present)

Licensed Practical Nurse managing post-operative orthopedic and bariatric patients in acute care setting

• Assess, monitor, and document status of 5-6 post-operative orthopedic/bariatric patients per shift, promptly escalating changes in condition to RN/MD
• Administer oral, injectable, and IV medications with 100% accuracy per physician orders and facility policy
• Implement individualized plans of care, providing interventions for pain management, mobility, wound care, and DVT prevention
• Educate patients and families on post-surgical care, medications, and discharge instructions to improve adherence and reduce readmissions
• Collaborate with PT, OT, case management, and dietary to meet biopsychosocial and discharge planning needs
• Maintain standards of professional nursing practice while fostering a calm, customer-service focused environment

Long-Term Care Nurse (LPN) at The Abors at Delaware (2022-03 – 2023-01)

Long-term care nursing providing skilled nursing services to geriatric residents

• Provided skilled nursing care to geriatric residents including assessments, medication administration, IV infusions, and treatments
• Monitored patient progress and communicated changes to physicians; delegated tasks to STNAs as appropriate
• Maintained a therapeutic environment focused on dignity, safety, and individualized resident needs

Associate Director of Nursing (ADON) at Perfect Hands Home Healthcare LLC (2020-11 – Present)

Leadership role implementing evidence-based nursing practices and training staff in home health setting

• Implement evidence-based nursing practices to improve home health patient outcomes and safety
• Train and mentor new nurses on clinical procedures, medication administration, and documentation in PointClickCare
• Develop policies to reduce medication errors and ensure compliance with Ohio Board of Nursing regulations
• Manage nursing schedules and resources to maintain quality care while controlling costs

Registered Nursing Program in Nursing – Academia Medical Institute (2023 – 2023)

Licensed Practical Nurse in Nursing – Ohio (2020 – 2020)

EKG and Phlebotomy in Healthcare – New York (2018 – 2018)

Certified Nurse's Aide in Healthcare – New York (2017 – 2017)

Health Science & Individual Studies in Health Science – SUNY Broome Community College (2014 – 2017)