Job description
Registered Dietitian - NICU/Acute Care
Location: Webster, Texas
Start Date: 10-26-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Saturday rotating coverage
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $53 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Conduct nutrition assessments to guide patient care
- Perform nutrition focused physical exams to identify needs
- Participate in ICU multidisciplinary care rounds to collaborate with the team
- Collaborate with dietitians and medical staff to develop care plans
- Document patient care in Meditech EMR
- Adhere to the 72‑hour nutrition assessment policy
Qualifications
- RD or LD certification
- Texas licensure
- Minimum 1 year acute care experience
- Preferred NICU experience
- Strong communication skills with multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge & Skills
- Nutrition assessment
- Nutrition focused physical exam
- Acute care experience
- NICU experience
- Multidisciplinary team communication
- Meditech EMR
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Paid Time Off to recharge
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
- A supportive team that values YOU
Travel Perks: Explore Webster, Texas
Explore the scenic Buffalo Bayou Park, visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science, enjoy the vibrant Houston nightlife, take a day trip to Galveston beaches, or discover the historic Space Center Houston
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Dietitian - NICU/Acute Care? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.