Christopher Messenger, PhD, MS, RD, LD
CDR Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
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POSITION | Skills/Attributes associated with the position | Examples of how I have demonstrated outcomes for each skill/attribute that qualify me for the position |
CDR Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) |
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1 I worked on the CDR task force developing the examination requirements and questions for the RDN-AP credential; 2 Creating and grading projects for demonstrating CRDN competencies; 3 As MS/DI program faculty, I am up to date with credentialing requirements and helped 98 of 100 of our graduates earn their RDN credential; 4 Our MS/DI program is accountable to UTMB, the UT System, and SACS (organization focused) and being accountable to ACEND (profession focused); 5 As one of three RD faculty I work on evolving our selection criteria to meet the changing expectations of our stakeholders. |
Employer | Title | Years Employed |
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Assistant Professor | 5 |
Morrison Management Specialists | Clinical Nutrition Manager | 3 |
Morrison Management Specialists | Clinical Dietitian | 8 |
Leadership Position | Organization | Years Involved in the Organization | My specific leadership contributions, achievements and outcomes: | Leadership Skills used in this position: |
Quality Management Committee (QMC) Definition of Terms Taskforce Chair | Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics | 2020 - 2022 | During my tenure, the task force worked with multiple stakeholders to draft and seek QMC and board approval of the terms of the “Diversity and Health Equity” section of the Academy’s Definition of Terms (DOT) list. These included "Diversity and Inclusion", "Health Disparities", "Health Equity", "Access to Health Care and/or Services", "Implicit Bias", "Social Determinants of Health", "Culturally Appropriate Care". "Food as Medicine" was also drafted, approved, and added to the DOT. |
Regardless of the opportunities/trends before us, I believe the credibility of the RDN credential must be the profession’s highest priority. The three Rs of respect, recognition, and rewards necessarily follow from consistently clear evidence that those using the credential stand apart from other food & nutrition professionals. Adaptable requirements for registration and certification allow us to anticipate the needs of our increasingly diverse stakeholders. Change seldom comes from the unanimity of opinion, but I will support and defend well-reasoned action despite uncertainty of outcome.
We take pride in having earned the RD/RDN and specialty certifications. It signifies our legitimacy as knowledgeable and trustworthy professionals. Maintaining and enhancing the credibility and respect of our credential is my number one priority.