Hard Skills
ExpertCardiopulmonary Bypass ManagementThe operation of heart-lung machines and ancillary equipment to support or replace a patient's circulatory or respiratory function during surgery.
AdvancedMechanical Ventilation ManagementThe technical proficiency in setting up, adjusting, and troubleshooting invasive and non-invasive ventilators to optimize patient gas exchange.
IntermediateArterial Blood Gas (ABG) InterpretationThe collection and diagnostic analysis of arterial blood to evaluate oxygenation, ventilation, and acid-base balance.
AdvancedHemodynamic MonitoringThe continuous tracking of blood pressure, heart rate, and cardiac output through invasive and non-invasive monitoring systems.
ExpertExtracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) OperationProviding prolonged cardiac and respiratory support to patients whose heart and lungs are unable to provide an adequate amount of gas exchange or perfusion.
AdvancedEmergency Airway ManagementThe ability to assist with or perform endotracheal intubation, suctioning, and maintaining airway patency in emergency situations.