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Aviva Merrillville

LPN - Full Time

Merrillville, IN · On-site

$28 - $31/hr

Provide direct patient care, including bathing, dressing, and feeding * Assist with diagnostic tests and procedures * Document patient care and progress in medical records * Communicate with patients ...

Feeding America

President/CEO

Lafayette, IN · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

Vision insurance Since 1981, Food Finders Food Bank, a member of Feeding America, has worked to provide full-service programs that meet the nutritional needs of tens of thousands of families facing ...

On Broadway Daycare

Child care assistant

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$12.50 - $15/hr

We are seeking a Child Care Assistant to join our team! You will assist in the development and ... Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play Qualifications:

On Broadway Daycare

Child care assistant

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$12.50 - $15/hr

We are seeking a Child Care Assistant to join our team! You will assist in the development and ... Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play Qualifications:

Traditions Management

Resident Assistant/CNA

Fishers, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

... feeding, toileting, and mobility. • Encourage resident independence and social interaction. • Monitor residents' physical and emotional well-being and report changes to supervisors. • Maintain ...

Traditions Management

Resident Assistant

Mc Cordsville, IN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

... grooming, feeding, toileting, and mobility. • Encourage resident independence and social ... Resident Assistant Qualifications and Skills: • Completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant ...

Traditions Management

Resident Assistant

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

... grooming, feeding, toileting, and mobility. • Encourage resident independence and social ... Resident Assistant Qualifications and Skills: • Completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant ...

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What is the difference between Feeding Assistant vs Nursing Assistant?

AspectFeeding AssistantNursing Assistant
Required CredentialsOften minimal, sometimes certification in feeding or nutritionCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required
Work EnvironmentLong-term care facilities, nursing homes, assisted livingHospitals, nursing homes, clinics
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in elder care settings for feeding tasksBroader healthcare settings including patient care
Common Search & ComparisonFeeding Assistant vs Nursing Assistant

Feeding Assistants primarily focus on assisting residents with meals and feeding tasks, often requiring minimal certification. Nursing Assistants have a broader role in patient care, including vital signs, mobility, and basic health monitoring, and require CNA certification. While both roles work in healthcare settings, Nursing Assistants have a wider scope of responsibilities compared to Feeding Assistants.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a feeding assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Feeding Assistant, you typically need basic caregiving knowledge, completion of a state-approved feeding assistant training program, and understanding of nutrition and safety protocols. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs) and following established feeding procedures are often required. Patience, attentiveness, and strong interpersonal skills help build trust and ensure effective communication with residents and healthcare teams. These skills are crucial for providing safe, respectful, and effective assistance with feeding, particularly for vulnerable populations in healthcare settings.

What are some common challenges feeding assistants face when supporting residents during mealtimes?

Feeding Assistants often encounter challenges such as accommodating various dietary restrictions, ensuring residents with swallowing difficulties eat safely, and managing mealtimes for individuals with cognitive impairments like dementia. Balancing empathy and efficiency is key, as some residents may need encouragement or extra time to eat. Regular communication with nursing staff and dietitians is essential to address any changes in residents' needs and maintain a supportive dining environment.

What is a feeding assistant?

Feeding Assistants are trained professionals who help individuals, often in healthcare settings like nursing homes or hospitals, with eating and drinking. They support patients who may have difficulty feeding themselves due to illness, disability, or age-related conditions. Feeding Assistants work under the supervision of nursing staff and are trained to ensure safety, dignity, and adequate nutrition for those in their care. Their role is essential in improving the quality of life for residents and patients who need help during meal times.
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Breast Feeding Peer Counselor

New Hope Services Inc

Jeffersonville, IN • On-site

$14.70 - $15.70/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Overview

New Hope Services (NHS) is proudly celebrating 65 years of service to Southern Indiana and our extended service area. NHS has built the capacity to provide a full continuum of human services from child and family support through ability services. Our unique expertise in developing affordable housing allows us to also partner with the communities we serve to have an even greater positive economic and community development impact.

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor - FT - Clark County


Starting Pay: $14.70/hr

$15.70/hour for Fluent Spanish/English bilingual communication skills

Must have at least 1 child that was breastfed for at least 6 months within the last 5 years.

  • Medical
  • 401k - annual company match (% varies)
  • Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Personal Days, Paid Holidays

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Provide evidence based lactation information, counseling, and support to prenatal and postpartum WIC participants.
2. Present breastfeeding as the normal feeding method to all WIC contacts, while accepting and supporting whatever method of feeding the family chooses.
3. Contact the prenatal WIC client at least once before delivery.
4. Provide information prenatally on the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding, reasons to breastfeed, latch, getting started in the hospital, supply and demand, preventing problems, and growth spurts. Will discourage the use of bottles for unnecessary supplementation. Provide information consistent with the current WIC Program philosophies regardless of personal beliefs.
5. Contact all postpartum women electing to breastfeed to assist in positioning, to provide lactation information and support, and to encourage the continuation of successful breastfeeding. Will arrange follow up contacts with clients as long as it is agreeable with the WIC participant via text message, phone call, email, postcard or face-to-face counseling. Will meet with participants in the office to assist in lactation counseling.
6. Provide information to postpartum women on the expression and storage of breast milk, and use of breast pumps. Issue pumps as deemed appropriate by breastfeeding coordinator. Will clean and inventory loaner breast pumps in the local office. Contact WIC mothers who are borrowing a WIC issued pump on a monthly basis. Document pump related contacts in the WIC client chart and pump log.
7. Accept phone calls from WIC clients twenty four (24) hours a day, but will return calls at your earliest convenience within 24 hours. Will arrange coverage when unable to accept phone calls for more than 24 hours.
8. Maintain accurate records of all contacts and will document all contacts in the WIC client chart and breastfeeding spreadsheet.
9. Refer breastfeeding problems, such as possible medical problems and medication questions, directly to the WIC CPA or IBCLC, or to a physician if the concern is immediate
10. Attend conferences on breastfeeding to increase knowledge. Attend state and local breastfeeding meetings/trainings for peer counselors.
11. Plan and lead the monthly Breastfeeding Support Group.
12. Assist WIC staff in promoting breastfeeding as assigned.
13. Assist or facilitate breastfeeding class in assigned WIC office for prenatal mothers
14. Will work at least half of assigned hours in office or designated hospital, if applicable

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must have at least 1 child that was breastfed for at least 6 months within the last 5 years.
2. Must see breastfeeding as the best way to feed an infant.
3. Must be available to participants outside of usual clinic hours and clinic environment.
EDUCATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
1. High School Diploma or equivalent required

2. Bilingual in Spanish, both spoken and written communication, preferred


Benefits for Full Time
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • STD
  • LTD - company paid
  • Life Insurance - company paid
  • Employee Assistance Program - company paid
  • Accident & Critical Illness
  • 401k - annual company match (% varies)
  • Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Personal Days, Paid Holidays

*Equal Opportunity Employer