Registered Dietitian

Duties and Responsibilities

 A registered dietitian collaborates with providers to identify and connect with patients in need of Nutrition counseling. They also establishes treatment plans and communicates with patients regarding

program compliance. A dietitian might have to meet directly with patients to identify educational needs; provide individual instruction, utilize informational handouts/booklets, or refer to community

Resources as needed.   Lastly they participates in quality improvement of the program in conjunction with other services offered.

Salary

 Annually they would receive median $56,813

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or related field required. Must have

R.D. registration and be eligible for Washington State certification. Certified as a Diabetes Educator helpful. Excellent oral and written communications skills required. Basic computer skills required.

Reflection

NO I would not like to become a registered dietitian because I’m not looking forward to studying about it. Simply not my thing.