Amanda Coufal, NDTR
CDR Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR)
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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 Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR) |
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•I have participated in a CDR/Academy led focus group aimed at addressing issues faced by NDTRs. •Developed department competencies to define role of NDTR in direct patient care. •Researched scope of practice and utilization of NDTRs at other facilities to help expand role of NDTRs to best support RDs at my facility. •Recognizes challenges faced by the entire nutrition profession and how they are related to challenges faced specifically by NDTRs. |
Employer | Title | Years Employed |
The University of Kansas Health System | Dietitian Assistant III | 3.5 |
Saint Luke's Health System | Diet Tech | .5 |
Lawrence Kansas Parks and Recreation | Nutrition Program Assistant | 1 |
Leadership Position | Organization | Years Involved in the Organization | My specific leadership contributions, achievements and outcomes: | Leadership Skills used in this position: |
Team Coordinator | American Heart Association | 2015 - 2016 | I recruited a team of 20 members that was able to achieve our set fundraising goal. | |
Be the Bridge Ambassador | The University of Kansas Health System | 2017 - 2017 | Responsible for facilitating department involvement in annual fundraising drive. |
What do you see as opportunities for the future of the nutrition and dietetics profession?
I believe the future of food and nutrition professionals will continue to expand as we all work to advance ourselves as the experts in the field and continue to gain respect and recognition. I also hope that as a profession we are able to expand our role in promoting both food security and sustainable food practices as well as expanding the role of nutrition professionals in the public health field.
Campaign Statement
My goal is to help move the profession forward, helping the public see or value as the true food and nutrition experts, while ensuring we maintain a foundation of science and integrity.