Medical Nutrition Adjunct Part-time Faculty

PVCCs Nutrition and Dietetic Technology Program is currently recruiting to fill two adjunct faculty openings. The delivery method for both openings will be Hybrid/Virtual; part of the class will be held online without a set time to attend; the other part will occur at the time listed in the class schedule, either in a Face-to-Face format on campus or in a virtual format using a virtual platform.

FON 242 - Introduction to Medical Nutrition Therapy: Introduction to fundamental principles of medical nutrition therapy. Introduces the study of nutritional therapy of disease and evidence-based practice in prevention and nutritional management of diseases. Nutrition care planning for chronic diseases is taught via a variety of methods including case studies. This course applies foundational skills in the application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) for diet therapy implementation and documentation. Includes strategies to promote dietary adherence and the development of educational programs for a diverse adult population.

FON 245 - Practicum II: Medical Nutrition Therapy: Practicum experience, integrated with classroom preparation and training, under the instruction and supervision of a registered dietitian. Application of principles, knowledge, and skills required for the delivery of medical nutrition therapy. Includes nutritional screening, assessment, monitoring, and evaluation for common and complex medical conditions, medical documentation, patient interviewing and counseling, and education in health promotion and disease prevention.