Ayanda Jara
ICU/CCU/CTU & DIALYSIS Nurse
Port Elizabeth
Summary
Ayanda Jara is a highly skilled Critical Care Nurse with 15 years of ICU experience. He has held leadership roles, including Shift Leader in a 23-bed ICU, and is known for his expertise in intensive care and dialysis nursing. His international experience includes serving at the United Nations COVID Field Hospital in Accra, Ghana, and working as a CCU Charge Nurse at Apex Medical Health in Libya. He recently began a new role as CCU Charge Nurse at Misrata Cardiovascular and Heart Disease Hospital, where he continues to apply his leadership and advanced critical care skills. Previously, Ayanda also worked as an Intensive Care Nurse & Clinical Facilitator at Seanda Nursing Agency from July 2022 to February 2025, contributing to both patient care and the training of healthcare professionals. With a reputation for commitment, enthusiasm, and initiative, Ayanda excels in patient care, mentorship, and effective team collaboration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
CCU Charge Nurse
Misrata Cardiovascular and Heart Disease Hospital
Misrata
02.2025 - Current
- Leading and overseeing the operations of the Coronary Care Unit (CCU), ensuring high-quality patient care for individuals with cardiovascular conditions
- Responsibilities include: Providing expert care to patients with acute myocardial infarction, heart failure, and other cardiac conditions
- Managing and coordinating the activities of nursing staff to ensure efficient unit operations
- Implementing and monitoring adherence to best practice guidelines and protocols for cardiac care
- Collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Leading code blue events and providing advanced cardiac life support
- Maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Intensive Care Nurse / Clinical Facilitator
Seanda Nursing Agency
Port Elizabeth
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Provided direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU setting, managing complex cases and utilizing advanced medical equipment
- Served as a clinical facilitator, precepting and mentoring new nurses to ensure adherence to best practices and hospital policies
- Responsibilities included: Bedside Nursing and comprehensive patient assessment
- Advanced airway management, including intubation and mechanical ventilation
- Hemodynamic monitoring and management of vasoactive medications
- Leading code blue events and providing advanced life support
- Collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
ICU/Dialysis Registered Nurse
United Nations Covid Field Hospital
Accra
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided specialized ICU and dialysis care to critically ill COVID-19 patients, managing ventilator support, CRRT, and other advanced therapies
- Maintained a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio in a high-pressure environment, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety
- Responsibilities included: Administering and monitoring complex medication regimens
- Managing central lines and other invasive devices
- Providing emotional support to patients and families
- Operating and maintaining dialysis equipment, including CRRT machines
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care during dialysis treatments.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Covid ICU Nursing Shift Leader
Greenacres Hospital
Port Elizabeth
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Led nursing teams in a fast-paced COVID-19 ICU, coordinating patient care, managing resources, and providing guidance to staff
- Implemented infection control protocols and ensured adherence to safety guidelines
- Responsibilities included: Assigning patient care responsibilities to nursing staff based on skill level and patient acuity
- Monitoring patient outcomes and intervening as needed to ensure optimal care
- Providing ongoing training and support to nursing staff
- Collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans
ICU/Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse
Netcare Greenacres Hospital
Port Elizabeth
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients in both general and cardiothoracic ICU settings, managing a wide range of complex medical and surgical conditions
- Responsibilities included: Managing patients post-open-heart surgery, including CABG and valve replacements
- Monitoring cardiac rhythms and intervening as needed to manage arrhythmias
- Providing advanced respiratory care, including ventilator management
- Administered IV medications, blood products, and other critical therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing hospital-acquired infections within the ICU setting.
- Managed ventilator settings, titrating according to patient needs and physician orders.
- Coordinated with physical therapists to develop individualized rehabilitation plans for patients recovering from cardiac surgeries or events.
ICU Nurse
Netcare Greenacres Hospital [Locuming]
Port Elizabeth
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Provided locum ICU nursing services, delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring smooth unit operations
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Continuously expanded clinical knowledge base through participation in educational workshops, seminars, and conferences related to critical care nursing.
- Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional growth and development.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
National Renal Care
Port Elizabeth
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Provided specialized dialysis care to patients with acute kidney injury and renal failure, utilizing CRRT and HD machines
- Consulted with up to 4 patients each day to review physical conditions and make care plans.
ICU Nurse
Netcare Greenacres Hospital
Port Elizabeth
12.2010 - 06.2015
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients in the ICU, managing complex medical and surgical conditions
- Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional growth and development.
- Continuously expanded clinical knowledge base through participation in educational workshops, seminars, and conferences related to critical care nursing.
ICU Nurse
Greenacres Hospital [Locuming]
Port Elizabeth
06.2010 - 12.2010
- Provided locum ICU nursing services, delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring smooth unit operations
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
Registered Nurse (Community Service)
Livingstone Hospital
Port Elizabeth
04.2009 - 06.2010
- Provided general nursing care to patients in a high-volume general ward
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Four-Year Comprehensive Diploma - Nursing
Walter Sisulu University
Queenstown 01.2005 - 01.2009
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Ventilator Management
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Interpretation
- Central Line Management
- Chest Tube Management
- Patient Assessment
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Diagnostic Tool Operation
- Data Analysis
- ECG Interpretation
- Medication Administration (IV, Oral, IM)
- IV Cannulation & Infusion Therapy
- Catheterization
- Nebulization
- Wound Care
- Pain Management
- Diabetes Management
- Acute Dialysis
- CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy)
- HD (Hemodialysis)
- Plasma Exchange
- Intake & Discharge
- Staff Development & Precepting
- Resource Allocation
- Policy Implementation
- Quality Assurance
- Infection Control
- CPR Trolley
- Treatment Trolley
- IV Pumps
- Feeding Pumps
- Chest Drains
- Cardiac Monitors
- CPAP
- BIPAP
- HD Machine
- Plasma Exchange
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Team leadership
Ward management
Care quality evaluation
Patient care assessment
Time management
Rapport building
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Timeline
CCU Charge Nurse
Misrata Cardiovascular and Heart Disease Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Intensive Care Nurse / Clinical Facilitator
Seanda Nursing Agency
07.2022 - 02.2025
ICU/Dialysis Registered Nurse
United Nations Covid Field Hospital
07.2021 - 06.2022
Covid ICU Nursing Shift Leader
Greenacres Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2021
ICU/Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse
Netcare Greenacres Hospital
12.2017 - 06.2021
ICU Nurse
Netcare Greenacres Hospital [Locuming]
10.2016 - 11.2017
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
National Renal Care
07.2015 - 09.2016
ICU Nurse
Netcare Greenacres Hospital
12.2010 - 06.2015
ICU Nurse
Greenacres Hospital [Locuming]
06.2010 - 12.2010
Registered Nurse (Community Service)
Livingstone Hospital
04.2009 - 06.2010
Four-Year Comprehensive Diploma - Nursing
Walter Sisulu University
01.2005 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Health and Safety Certifications
UN COVID Courses
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