Location: Soledad, California

Start Date: 12-29-2025

End Date: 06-07-2026

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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

• Assess nutritional needs and develop individualized nutrition care plans for patients
• Provide medical nutrition therapy and counseling to support patient health outcomes
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team to coordinate patient-centered care
• Review and monitor therapeutic diets and make adjustments as clinical needs change
• Document assessments, interventions, and progress clearly in the patient record
• Contribute to menu planning and oversight to ensure compliance with therapeutic orders
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to nutrition services and patient safety

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD or RDN) credential required
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field; completion of an accredited dietetic internship preferred
• Current state registration or licensure if required by California regulations
• Experience working in clinical settings preferred; experience in correctional healthcare is a plus
• Ability to pass facility background checks and meet site-specific health clearance requirements
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with clinical teams

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field required
• Completion of ACEND-accredited dietetic internship preferred
• Active RD/RDN credential required

Knowledge & Skills

• Medical nutrition therapy and therapeutic diet planning
• Nutrition assessment and documentation best practices
• Patient counseling and behavior change techniques
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary clinical teams
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and charting
• Attention to detail and adherence to regulatory and facility policies

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a guaranteed 40-hour work week — stability you can count on
• Supportive team environment that values your expertise and growth
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you keep credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Referral bonus program to reward your connections
• Comprehensive onboarding for working in a correctional healthcare setting
• Access to employee support resources and benefits guidance

Travel Perks: Explore Soledad, California

Explore nearby outdoor gems like Pinnacles National Park for hiking and rock formations, take a short drive to the Monterey Bay area for beaches, aquarium visits, and seafood dining, enjoy scenic drives to Carmel-by-the-Sea and Big Sur, and discover local Salinas Valley wineries and farm-to-table dining options on weekends.

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