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Investigating Career Advancement for BIPOC Registered Dietitians
The aim of this study is to identify and characterize the factors influencing the
professional advancements of Registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) who identify as black,
indigenous, and persons of color (BIPOC). RDNs are food and nutrition experts who provide
specialized nutrition-related care and expertise and are employed in diverse settings in the non-
profit (37%), for-profit (39%), government (16%), and self-employed (8%). The most common
places where dietitians to work are acute-care facilities, outpatient clinic or physician’s office,
long-term care, social services or public health organizations, university or medical centers, and
in school nutrition. Nationally, providers of Latinx ethnicity comprise less than 10% of
physicians, physician assistants, registered nurses, pharmacists, and registered dietitian
nutritionists (RDNs).
A cross-sectional, online questionnaire will be designed for this study. A purposive
sample was needed to recruit RDNs that met criteria: 1) currently a RDN for at least 12 months,
2) identifies as a black, indigenous, or persons of color and 3) consent to participate in the
study. Data will be collected in July of 2024. Statistical support will be sought to identify sample
size target and analysis methods. We expect to use descriptive statistics and other analyses
such as confirmatory factor analysis, cluster analysis, and regression to characterize factors
influencing professional advancement of BIPOC RDNs.
The data gathered will be used to develop recommended strategies that will lead to
opportunities for professional growth through advancement and leadership areas for BIPOC
RDNs.
Status | Active |
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Effective start/end date | 6/1/24 → 5/31/25 |
Funding
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation: $15,048.00
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