Nutritionists

What the job involves

• Plans diets and menus, and instructs people on the requirements and importance of diet and on the planning and preparation of food
• Supervises the preparation and serving of meals
• Collects, organises and assesses data relating to health and nutritional status of individuals, groups and communities
• Monitors food intake and quality to provide nutritional care
• Calculates nutritional values of food served
• Plans, conducts and evaluates nutrition intervention programs and compiles educational material
• Provides nutrition assessments, nutrition management, and nutrition education, research and training
• Consults with other health professionals and related workers to manage the dietary and nutritional needs of patients

Key values of workers in Nutritionists

• Independence

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

• Achievement

  Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

• Recognition

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

• Working Conditions

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

• Support

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Top skills required for workers in Nutritionists

• Active Listening

  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Speaking

  Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Critical Thinking

  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

• Social Perceptiveness

  Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

• Judgment and Decision Making

  Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.