Education: Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, or a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university. Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education and Dietetics (formerly known as the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education).
These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.
* Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process.
* Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy.
* General knowledge of electronic medical record, nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
* Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic form to patients, public, hospital/clinic and medical staff, and physicians.
* Excellent counseling skills and the ability to relate to a multi-ethnic community and varied learning levels.
* Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units and/or outpatient clinics.
* Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations.
* Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration.
* Strong interpersonal skills to establish productive working relationships with multidisciplinary team and support services.