Travel Contract

Clinical Nutrition Dietitian
Corpus Christi, TX
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,056/week

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Overview

Start Date07/06/2026
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks
Setting
Clinic

Pay

1% higher than average Allied Health Professional / Registered Dietitian pay in Texas

Estimated total pay

$2,056/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Description

Dietician - Nutrition (Travel Position)

Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Unit Information

Unit has 152 beds
Staff: 2 dietitians and 1 clinical nutrition manager on day shift; no night coverage
Equipment: Laptop with desk setup
EMR system: Meditech
Floating areas include ICU, Telemetry, General floor, Women’s unit, and ER

Job Responsibilities

Perform ICU rounds
Provide nutrition support and assessments
Conduct patient and family education related to nutrition
Develop nutrition care plans based on clinical triggers and physician orders
Complete nutrition assessments within specified timeframes for various patient conditions (e.g., mechanical ventilation, NPO > 3 days, pressure ulcers, malnutrition risk, dysphagia, obstetrical nutrition triggers)
Document assessments, progress notes, and education notes in Meditech
Re-screen patients with extended hospital stays (>6 days) for nutrition risk

Required Qualifications

Valid RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) license in Texas
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
RD (Registered Dietitian) and LD (Licensed Dietitian) credentials
Nutrition support experience

Preferred Qualifications

NICU experience is a plus

Work Environment & Culture

Dress code: Black scrubs
No weekend shifts or on-call duties
Adaptable personality preferred

Additional Notes

Nutrition education consults may cover topics such as Coumadin, congestive heart failure, diabetes, and weight loss
Nursing staff provides initial education on Coumadin and consults dietitians as needed

Employer

PRIDE Health

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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About Corpus Christi, TX

As a Travel Registered Dietitian in Corpus Christi, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Corpus Christi is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 92°F, and winter lows are around 48°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Corpus Christi, especially in the beach areas and downtown.

Transportation

Corpus Christi is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and trolleys, but they may not be as extensive as in larger cities.

Demographics

Corpus Christi has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Corpus Christi offers a variety of activities including beach outings, seafood restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, water sports, and outdoor adventures like birdwatching and hiking.

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