Nutritionists/Dietitians in health care work in... · hospitals · nursing stations · community health centres · medical clinics · home care centres · public health departments · private clinics They help patients and clients of all ages, who may have health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer or AIDS. As a health professional, nutritionists/dietitians are involved in... · assessment of nutritional needs · development of nutrition care plans · nutritional counseling and follow up Working closely with the local people, nutritionists/dietitians may be responsible for organizing community activities such as... · promoting a healthy pregnancy · increasing diabetes awareness · developing disease prevention programs and support groups · educating school children · assisting elders to eat well Nutritionists/Dietitians Working in Industry Nutritionists/Dietitians in industry may work in... · catering · food manufacturing · supermarkets · nutrition supplement companies They are involved with... · food service management · development of new products · promotion and sales of food products and supplements Nutritionists/Dietitians may have an administrative role. Their responsibilities include ordering, inventory control, budgeting, personnel hiring, training and supervision.