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Touro University

Complex Care Instructor

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$37.75 - $51.25/hr

Directly reporting to the Director of Clinical Education and Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs ... Complex care is beyond the treatment ability of a predoctoral dental student but Touro College New ...

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Complex Care Managers

La Luz, NM · On-site

Duties: - Assist with personal care - Provide occasional house cleaning, and laundry, and assist with meal preparation - Transport clients to appointments and daily errands - Provide Companionship ...

Jobs for Humanity

Complex Care Managers

La Luz, NM · On-site

Duties: - Assist with personal care - Provide occasional house cleaning, and laundry, and assist with meal preparation - Transport clients to appointments and daily errands - Provide Companionship ...

Nationwide Children's Hospital

$166K - $215K/yr

The Division of Complex Health Care at Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Department of ... assistants, and a pharmacist. Opportunities exist to join any of the Division's programs, as well ...

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What is a complex care assistant?

Complex Care Assistants are healthcare professionals who provide specialized support to individuals with significant or long-term health conditions, disabilities, or complex medical needs. They assist with daily living activities, administer medication, and work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure the patient’s care plan is followed. Their role often involves working in clients' homes or care facilities, helping to improve quality of life and promote independence wherever possible.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a complex care assistant?

To thrive as a Complex Care Assistant, you need a solid understanding of personal care, knowledge of complex medical conditions, and relevant health and social care qualifications or certifications. Familiarity with care planning systems, manual handling equipment, and basic medical devices is typically required. Compassion, patience, strong communication, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for supporting clients with significant health needs. These skills and qualities are essential to provide safe, high-quality care and improve the quality of life for individuals with complex medical conditions.

What are some common challenges faced by complex care assistants and how can they be managed?

Complex Care Assistants often work with clients who have multifaceted medical conditions, which can present challenges such as managing multiple care tasks, adapting to rapidly changing client needs, and coordinating with various healthcare professionals. To manage these challenges, it is important to maintain clear communication with the wider care team, keep up-to-date with training, and utilize support resources provided by your employer. Building strong relationships with clients and their families also helps create a supportive environment, making it easier to address issues as they arise.

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Complex Care Assistant (CCA)

Boston, MA • On-site

Team Select Home Care
Home Health Care Services • 1 - 5K employees
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$29.25/hr

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 22 days ago

Team Select Home Care rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

A Complex Care Assistant (CCA) is a paraprofessional who is specifically trained and performs assigned functions of personal and enhanced care services in the residence under the direction, instruction, and supervision of the Nursing Supervisor. This role will report to the Director of Nursing/Nursing Supervisor/RN.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Provides personal care and related services, as well as enhanced care services, in the home, under the direction, instruction, and supervision of the Nursing Supervisor permitted under State Law

  • Tasks to be performed by a CCA must be assigned by, and performed under the supervision of an RN, who will be responsible for the patient care provided by the CCA

  • Follows the Plan of Care to provide safe, competent care to the client

  • The Complex Care Assistant can perform Personal Care Services, which can include the following:

    • Assist clients with ADL's

    • Assist the patient with ambulation

    • Assist therapy personnel as needed with rehabilitative processes.

    • Perform routine housekeeping tasks

  • Complex Care Assistants can also perform Enhanced Care Services that do not require the skills, judgment, or assessment of a nurse. These services include:

    • Enteral G-tube/J-tube feedings

    • Skin care including application of OTC products or routine G-tube/J-tube care

    • Oxygen therapy

    • Oral (dental) suction to remove superficial oral secretions

    • Ostomy and catheter care

    • Modified meal preparation

    • Braces, splints, and/or pressure stockings

    • Equipment management and maintenance (wheelchair, CPAP/BiPAP, oxygen and Respiratory care equipment) and paperwork

    • Transportation to medical providers / pharmacy

  • Reports on incomplete work assignments to Nursing Supervisor

  • Reports any variance, accident, or unusual occurrence to the appropriate personnel

  • Carries out, reports and documents care given in an effective timely manner

  • Complete the required training and/or competency evaluation for Complex Care Assistants, as well as meet all supervision requirements

  • Complete any additional requirements of the CSN agency and follow all agency requirements regarding documentation, onboarding, employment, etc.

  • Complex Care Assistants may only provide services to members they have been specifically trained to care for

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

  • Not be on the List of Excluded Individuals and Entities as provided by the Office of Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, or other applicable lists excluding individuals or entities from participating in MassHealth under state or federal law

  • Ability to carry out directions, read and write

  • Complete training requirements for Complex Care Assistant services

  • Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to patient, self, and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate this


Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications:

  • Be legally authorized to work in the United States

  • Be at least 18 years old

  • Must have current CPR certification

  • Personal Care Services, Training and Competency Requirements - The Assistant must meet the training and competency evaluation program standards for home health aides, established at 42 CFR 484.80

  • Enhanced Care Services, Training and Competency Requirements - The assistant must demonstrate prociency in safely providing the enhanced care services specic to the complex care members' needs


Job Conditions/Physical Requirements:

  • The ability to drive and the ability to access clients' homes, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible, are required

  • Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the client's condition and to perform client care

  • On occasion, it may be required to bend, stop, reach, and move client; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

EEO Status: Service Workers

Benefits + Perks of Joining the Team Select Family

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401(k)

  • Referral Program

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Paid, hands-on training

  • Weekly pay

  • Tuition Assistance Programs and Continuing Education opportunities

  • Nursing programs for new graduates available!


Pay Range: $29.25 / hourly

Team Select Home Care reserves the right to change the above job description and qualifications without notice. Team Select Home Care will not discriminate against you on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual preference, disability, political belief, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law. Team Select Home Care is an employment-at-will employer.

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