Complex Care Assistant (CCA)

Complex Care AssistantA 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 LawTasks 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 CCAFollows the Plan of Care to provide safe, competent care to the clientThe Complex Care Assistant can perform Personal Care Services, which can include the following:Assist clients with ADL'sAssist the patient with ambulationAssist therapy personnel as needed with rehabilitative processes.Perform routine housekeeping tasksComplex 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 feedingsSkin care including application of OTC products or routine G-tube/J-tube careOxygen therapyOral (dental) suction to remove superficial oral secretionsOstomy and catheter careModified meal preparationBraces, splints, and/or pressure stockingsEquipment management and maintenance (wheelchair, CPAP/BiPAP, oxygen and Respiratory care equipment) and paperworkTransportation to medical providers / pharmacyReports on incomplete work assignments to Nursing SupervisorReports any variance, accident, or unusual occurrence to the appropriate personnelCarries out, reports and documents care given in an effective timely mannerComplete the required training and/or competency evaluation for Complex Care Assistants, as well as meet all supervision requirementsComplete 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 forRequired 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 lawAbility to carry out directions, read and writeComplete training requirements for Complex Care Assistant servicesMust be free from health problems that may be injurious to patient, self, and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate thisEducation/Experience/Licenses/Certifications:Be legally authorized to work in the United StatesBe at least 18 years oldMust have current CPR certificationPersonal 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 484.80Enhanced Care Services, Training and Competency Requirements - The assistant must demonstrate proficiency in safely providing the enhanced care services specific to the complex care members' needsJob Conditions/Physical Requirements:The ability to drive and the ability to access clients' homes, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible, are requiredHearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the client's condition and to perform client careOn occasion, it may be required to bend, stop, reach, and move client; lift and/or carry up to 30 poundsFLSA Status: Non-exemptEEO Status: Service WorkersBenefits + Perks of Joining the Team Select FamilyMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k)Referral ProgramFlexible schedulingPaid, hands-on trainingWeekly payTuition Assistance Programs and Continuing Education opportunitiesNursing programs for new graduates available!Pay Range: $29.25 / hourlyTeam 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.