Cheryl Frazier-Trusty, MS, RDN, LDN
ACEND Practitioner Representative, 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 |
ACEND Practitioner Representative, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) |
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I am an on-going preceptor for dietetic interns for local and online dietetic internships. I am currently the Chair-Elect for the Maryland Dietitians in Health Care Communities. Since becoming a registered dietitian in 2004, I have been committed to elevating the profession of dietetics and assuring that I can provide the best education and mentoring to future RDs. |
Employer | Title | Years Employed |
Riverview Rehab and Health Center | Registered Dietitian | 9 |
Dietitians on Demand | Consultant Dietitian | 10 |
HCR Manorcare | Regional Dietitian/Clinical Dietitian | 3 |
Leadership Position | Organization | Years Involved in the Organization | My specific leadership contributions, achievements and outcomes: | Leadership Skills used in this position: |
Chair Elect | Maryland Dietitians in Health Care Communities | 2018 - 2019 | In my role as Chair-Elect I attend all meetings of the Executive Board and preside at any meetings in the absence of the Chair. I attend the Annual Food and Nutrition Conference and Exhibition (FNCE) as the representative of MD-DHCC, for the purpose of networking, and making contacts with speakers, exhibitors and getting ideas for future MD-DHCC programs.I will serve as Chair of the spring workshop planning committee. |
What do you see as opportunities for the future of the nutrition and dietetics profession?
The opportunities for the future of our profession are limitless. I would like to see our profession become more inclusive and diverse reaching more audiences about what we as dietitians do and what education we can provide in order for all humans to live to their greatest potential. I would like to see more opportunities for growth in mentorship and partnering with other organizations to ensure the future of dietetics is solidified as a viable profession which is well respected.
Campaign Statement
As a representative for the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, I will bring my leadership and experience to ensure that the profession of dietetics continues to move forward as being the leading source for nutrition.