About the Role
The Katsina State Government is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nutritionist to join our healthcare team within the state health service. In this rewarding role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive nutrition assessments, personalized counselling, and effective dietary support to patients. Working alongside multidisciplinary clinical teams, you will play a crucial role in developing dietary plans, monitoring nutritional progress, and promoting optimal health and recovery for individuals across our healthcare facilities.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct thorough nutritional assessments of patients as directed by medical staff
- Assess individual dietary needs and overall nutritional status
- Develop, recommend, and monitor appropriate meal and dietary plans
- Provide targeted nutrition counselling and education to patients and their caregivers
- Support the clinical management of patients with specific nutrition-related conditions
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records and assessment documentation
- Collaborate closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
- Promote healthy eating habits and evidence-based dietary practices within the community
- Participate in ongoing nutrition education and public health promotion activities
- Ensure strict compliance with all relevant nutrition and food safety standards
- Diploma, degree, or recognized professional qualification in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related field
- Solid foundational knowledge of human nutrition and dietary management principles
- Demonstrated understanding of nutritional assessment and counselling practices
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and patient-care skills
- Ability to work effectively and empathetically within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Relevant professional experience in a healthcare or clinical setting is preferred
- Competitive salary aligned with state government healthcare structures
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous medical education
- A supportive and stable working environment within a peaceful state
- The chance to make a meaningful, positive impact on public health and community wellbeing