PHYLLIS OWUSU-ANSAH
Oshawa,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse (RN – General Class) with extensive healthcare experience since 2019, complemented by a decade in diverse roles including Health Assistant and Personal Support Worker. Licensed in Ontario, New York State, and Ghana, offering expertise in acute care, long-term care, med-surg settings, disability support, and mental health. Proficient in assessment, care planning, medication administration, and therapeutic communication. Recognized for delivering safe, patient-centered care while demonstrating strong critical thinking and leadership skills across hospital units, long-term care settings, and community care environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE – TEMPORARY CLASS → GENERAL CLASS
North Centennial Manor
04.2024 - Current
- Practiced initially under CNO Temporary Class; successfully transitioned to General Class in 2025.
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to elderly residents in accordance with CNO standards and individualized care plans.
- Administer medications, monitor treatment responses, and implement physician orders with precision and safety.
- Led patient care initiatives, enhancing quality and consistency in treatment delivery.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional growth and improving team performance.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline patient admissions and discharge procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Various LTC & Home Care Agencies
10.2021 - 02.2025
- Provided daily living assistance and emotional support to residents, ensuring dignity and comfort.
- Monitored and reported health changes to the nursing team to support timely interventions.
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT (NURSING)
Trent/Fleming School of Nursing
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Delivered tutorials, graded assessments, and mentored BScN students in Health Promotion and Leadership courses.
- Provided academic coaching to improve critical thinking and evidence-based practice application.
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences for nursing students through interactive teaching methods.
REGISTERED NURSE
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Delivered acute and chronic care in medical-surgical units for diverse patient populations.
- Coordinated patient discharges and follow-up care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
NURSE ASSISTANT
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
07.2012 - 11.2019
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Worked closely with nursing staff to address any concerns or changes in patient condition, ensuring appropriate interventions were implemented quickly.
Education
Master of Arts - Sustainability Studies
Trent University
Peterborough, ON01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wisconsin International University College
01.2020
Certificate - Health Assistance Clinicals
Health Concern GH
01.2011
Skills
- Acute and long-term care proficiency
- Patient assessment and decision-making
- Infection management skills
- Gentle persuasive approach proficiency
- Culturally aware healthcare
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Elderly and disability care
- Medication administration expertise
- Wound care management
- Mental health support
- Therapeutic communication skills
- Ability to assume leadership role
- Electronic medical record management
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Certification
- Registered Nurse (General Class) – College of Nurses of Ontario
- Registered Nurse – New York State Board of Nursing
- Registered Nurse – Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association
- Basic Life Support + First Aid Level C
- Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) in Dementia Care
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE – TEMPORARY CLASS → GENERAL CLASS
North Centennial Manor
04.2024 - Current
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Various LTC & Home Care Agencies
10.2021 - 02.2025
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT (NURSING)
Trent/Fleming School of Nursing
09.2021 - 09.2023
REGISTERED NURSE
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
11.2019 - 08.2021
NURSE ASSISTANT
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
07.2012 - 11.2019
Certificate - Health Assistance Clinicals
Health Concern GH
Master of Arts - Sustainability Studies
Trent University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wisconsin International University College
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