Performs safe respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by physician, developing a plan of care based on assessment data and standards of care, identifying needs for alternative action in the plan of treatment and involves the multi-disciplinary team in revisions to plan of care. Sets up, maintains and monitors mechanical ventilation according to policy and procedure. Administers medications demonstrating thorough knowledge of policy and procedure. Assembles, selects, operates, and cleans respiratory equipment for proper and appropriate function. Performs tracheal, endotracheal, and nasopharyngeal suctioning including the instillation of pharmacologic agents. Draws blood gases and runs samples through the iStat point of care device. Interprets arterial blood gas and oximetry results and reports critical values to the ordering provider.