Travel Contract

Travel Clinic RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Brownsville, TX
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,098/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

$2,098/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: Brownsville, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Unit Information

Number of Beds: 214
Number of Staff: 34
Day Shift Coverage: 3 (2 Registered Dietitians + 1 Clinical Nutrition Manager)
Night Shift Coverage: No Registered Dietitian coverage
Patient Ratios: Approximately 12-18 patients per Registered Dietitian daily
Patient Units: ICU, NICU, PCU, Med-Surg, Telemetry, Oncology, Maternal, Behavioral Health, Cardiac Rehabilitation
Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Meditech, Health Touch

Job Responsibilities

Nutrition assessment and reassessment
Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE)
Malnutrition identification and documentation
Nutrition support recommendations
Diet education and counseling
Calorie counts
Participation in multidisciplinary rounds

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) license in Texas
Minimum 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish
Previous acute care hospital experience
Nutrition support experience
NICU or critical care experience

Work Environment & Policies

Dress Code: Professional business casual or black scrubs
Follow ASPEN nutrition support guidelines
Complete assessments within required timeframes
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds
Adhere to hospital documentation standards
Follow infection prevention policies
Maintain compliance with Joint Commission and regulatory standards

Schedule

No weekend shifts
On-call support available from Clinical Nutrition Manager for urgent nutrition support questions and clinical needs

Ideal Candidate Traits

Team-oriented approach

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 Brownsville, TX

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

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of around 90°F and lows of around 75°F.
Winter average highs of around 70°F and lows of around 50°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with good road infrastructure.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of cultures due to its proximity to the Mexican border.
Wide age range with a significant elderly population.
Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
Brownsville has a large population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to the border.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican cuisine.
Cultural attractions include museums showcasing military aircraft, indigenous dress, and costumes.
Outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, surfing, and birdwatching are popular at Boca Chica State Park and Sabal Palm Sanctuary.

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