133VN1101X Gerontological Nutrition Registered Dietitian
- Definition
- An individual who is a Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition and provides nutrition care to promote quality of life and optimal health for older adults across the continuum of care, including: acute care, post-acute care, primary care, long-term care, assisted living, home care, palliative care, community-based nutrition, food service, correctional facilities, and government programs. RDN who works indirectly with gerontological nutrition through roles in management, industry, education, and research.
- Classification
- Dietitian, Registered
- Specialization
- Nutrition, Gerontological
- Section
- Individual
- Notes
- Source: The Commission on Dietetic Registration, https://www.cdrnet.org/certifications/specialty-practice-experience [7/1/2019: new]
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