Hard Skills
AdvancedMechanical Ventilator ManagementThe proficiency in setting, monitoring, and adjusting mechanical ventilators to ensure optimal gas exchange and patient-ventilator synchrony.
ExpertExtracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) OperationThe technical ability to manage machines that provide cardiac and respiratory support to patients whose heart and lungs are unable to provide an adequate amount of gas exchange.
IntermediateArterial Blood Gas (ABG) AnalysisThe skill of obtaining arterial blood samples and interpreting the results to assess a patient's acid-base balance and oxygenation status.
IntermediatePulmonary Function Testing (PFT)Performing and interpreting tests such as spirometry and lung volume measurements to diagnose respiratory conditions.
AdvancedCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Airway ManagementProviding emergency life support including chest compressions, bag-mask ventilation, and assisting with intubation during code blue events.