Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 157 - RULES OF GEORGIA BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF LICENSED DIETITIANS
Chapter 157-6 - CODE OF CONDUCT AND ETHICS OF DIETITIANS
Rule 157-6-.01 - Code of Conduct

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 157-6-.01

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024

(1) Unprofessional Conduct Defined. Unprofessional conduct may include but is not limited to the following:

(a) failing to provide appropriate consultation or direction according to minimal standards of acceptable and prevailing practice;

(b) failing to supervise the provision of nutrition services in a healthcare facility according to minimal standards of acceptable and prevailing practice;

(c) failing to notify a doctor, nurse, or other appropriate practitioner of the healing arts as to recommended nutrition care changes;

(d) practicing dietetics below the minimum standards of the profession as to assessments, evaluation, and documentation;

(e) practicing without a valid license;

(f) aiding in unlicensed practice, including but not limited to:
1. supervising, consulting, or co-signing notes of a registered dietitian that is not licensed under 43-11A;

2. failing to adequately supervise a student enrolled in an approved academic program in dietetics;

3. failing to adequately supervise a dietetic technician, certified dietary manager or dietetic aide in a healthcare facility.

(g) failing to report to the Board unlicensed practice of dietetics; and

(h) failing to provide client specific/appropriate nutritional counseling and education.

O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-1-19, 43-1-25, 43-11A-7, 43-11A-15.

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